There is no plagiarism in the act of cooking because every dish is unique, recipes are guidelines not rules. And I’ve never heard someone use the word appropriation when I ate from their culture.
Food is about sharing.
When you feed someone you give them pleasure and at the same time you sustain their life.

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Why the distinction? Because I believe we should name foods, not people. Focusing on the food shifts the focus from identity to impact. And for me, adopting a mostly plant-forward way of eating isn’t about joining a club; it’s about acknowledging a powerful truth.

Eating more vegetarian food is a fundamental win-win-win situation.