<![CDATA[Spanglish Culture y Comida Sustentable]]>Hosted by Dennis Arvizu, this podcast explores sabor, bicultural life, familia tradiciones, food waste, money, y cocinando con propósito, through storytelling and practical conversations. It is for people living between languages and cultures, ni de aquí ni de allá, who want to eat well con sabor, waste less, and stay connected to their roots pero con sazón.

]]>https://www.spanglishculture.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:45:37 GMTWed, 11 Mar 2026 17:52:04 GMT60Dennis Arvizu<p>Hosted by Dennis Arvizu, this podcast explores sabor, bicultural life, familia tradiciones, food waste, money, y cocinando con propósito, through storytelling and practical conversations. It is for people living between languages and cultures, <b>ni de aquí ni de allá</b>, who want to eat well con sabor, waste less, and stay connected to their roots pero con sazón.</p>episodicDennis Arvizudsarvizu@gmail.comyes<![CDATA[Sabor vs. Sazón: The Search for Authenticity (with Chef Diego Alcántara)]]>In this engaging conversation, Dennis Arvizu and Chef Diego Alcántara explore the intricate relationship between culture and food, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, community, and flavor.

They share personal anecdotes about culinary experiences, the challenges of maintaining authenticity in a social media-driven world, and the significance of educating the next generation of food lovers.

The discussion highlights the essence of flavor as a cultural identity and the joy of cooking that transcends perfection.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/Sabor-vs--Sazn-The-Search-for-Authenticity-with-Chef-Diego-Alcntara-e374vsu9f2cc4da-3226-491f-ba7d-c2aeb01a7b38Tue, 12 Aug 2025 15:46:00 GMT<p>In this engaging conversation, Dennis Arvizu and Chef Diego Alcántara explore the intricate relationship between culture and food, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, community, and flavor. </p><p>They share personal anecdotes about culinary experiences, the challenges of maintaining authenticity in a social media-driven world, and the significance of educating the next generation of food lovers. </p><p>The discussion highlights the essence of flavor as a cultural identity and the joy of cooking that transcends perfection.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> yes00:23:0624Sabor vs. Sazón: The Search for Authenticity (with Chef Diego Alcántara)full<![CDATA[The Sazón of Mi Colleague: Chef Francisco Melchor Ibarra]]>From molcajete to masala: mismas técnicas, distintos nombres. Chef Francisco comparte cómo encontró su sazón entre México, India y USA—tostando especias, moliéndolas con intención, y cocinando con corazón (gracias, Abuela).

Spanglish en la cocina = identidad en voz alta.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/The-Sazn-of-Mi-Colleague-Chef-Francisco-Melchor-Ibarra-e376qds709f765b-7d5e-44f3-899b-227f7024d78eFri, 22 Aug 2025 22:01:44 GMT<p>From <strong>molcajete</strong> to <strong>masala</strong>: mismas técnicas, distintos nombres. Chef Francisco comparte cómo encontró su sazón entre México, India y USA—tostando especias, moliéndolas con intención, y cocinando con corazón (gracias, Abuela). </p><p>Spanglish en la cocina = identidad en voz alta.</p> yes00:44:4125The Sazón of Mi Colleague: Chef Francisco Melchor Ibarrafull<![CDATA[The Flavor of Heritage y Belonging]]>Dennis explores the themes of belonging, well-being, and cultural identity through the lens of food.

He emphasizes the importance of personal flavor and the stories behind our meals, encouraging listeners to embrace their culinary heritage. In this engaging conversation, Dennis Arvizu delves deep into the vital themes of belonging, well-being, and cultural identity through the captivating lens of food. He passionately underscores the significance of personal flavor and the rich stories woven into our meals, urging listeners to fully embrace their culinary heritage. The discussion seamlessly transitions to the idea that cooking is not just about sustenance; it is a powerful form of self-expression and an opportunity for active listening that connects us to our roots and to one another. As the conversation wraps up, it focuses on sustainable food practices that not only honor our cultural traditions but also cultivate a profound sense of belonging and community. Embrace the power of food to transform lives and strengthen connections! The discussion transitions into how cooking serves as a form of self-expression and active listening, ultimately connecting individuals to their roots and community. The conversation concludes with a focus on sustainable food practices that honor cultural traditions while fostering a sense of belonging.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/The-Flavor-of-Heritage-y-Belonging-e382up4908682a3-9b58-4eb3-8e77-79518d861b2bThu, 11 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>Dennis explores the themes of belonging, well-being, and cultural identity through the lens of food. </p><p>He emphasizes the importance of personal flavor and the stories behind our meals, encouraging listeners to embrace their culinary heritage. In this engaging conversation, Dennis Arvizu delves deep into the vital themes of belonging, well-being, and cultural identity through the captivating lens of food. He passionately underscores the significance of personal flavor and the rich stories woven into our meals, urging listeners to fully embrace their culinary heritage. The discussion seamlessly transitions to the idea that cooking is not just about sustenance; it is a powerful form of self-expression and an opportunity for active listening that connects us to our roots and to one another. As the conversation wraps up, it focuses on sustainable food practices that not only honor our cultural traditions but also cultivate a profound sense of belonging and community. Embrace the power of food to transform lives and strengthen connections! The discussion transitions into how cooking serves as a form of self-expression and active listening, ultimately connecting individuals to their roots and community. The conversation concludes with a focus on sustainable food practices that honor cultural traditions while fostering a sense of belonging.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> yes00:12:0527The Flavor of Heritage y Belongingfull<![CDATA[Ni de Aquí Ni de Allá: My Journey from Pocho to Cultural Storyteller]]>🌎 Welcome to a deeply personal episode of Spanglish Culture y Comida Sustentable — El Recalentado Edition.


In this solo episode, Dennis Arvizu takes the mic to answer a question many listeners have asked: “¿Quién es este huevón?” (Who is this guy?)


From growing up in San Diego, feeling ni de aquí ni de allá, to becoming a French-trained chef, a cultural sustainability strategist at Microsoft and Google, and a bilingual storyteller, Dennis shares a raw, reflective journey of what it means to live between cultures — and to find your sazón (flavor, essence, identity).


This isn’t your typical “abuela’s recipe” story. Dennis grew up sin abuelos, learning instead through kitchens, coworkers, and comida. He connects culinary medicine, immigrant resilience, corporate dining, and cocina a lo pobre to reveal how our roots are more powerful than we think.


💬 In this episode:


  • Spanglish as a real, lived language—not broken, but bridge-building.

  • Why comida casera (home-cooked food) is the original zero-waste movement.

  • How French kitchens, Peruvian fine dining, and Indian spice masalas shaped a cultural identity.

  • The hidden story behind simple food — from dal to caldo, frijoles to chana.

  • Navigating chronic illness, surgery, and healing through storytelling and plant-centric foods.



👨‍🍳 Whether you’re bicultural, a child of immigrants, or just craving connection through culture and food, this episode will make you laugh, reflect, and maybe even cry.


🎧 Listen now. Share later. And never forget—your sazón is sacred.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/Ni-de-Aqu-Ni-de-All-My-Journey-from-Pocho-to-Cultural-Storyteller-e36glhr9f91b854-0c78-48ef-b476-1716cc34f541Wed, 06 Aug 2025 03:22:04 GMT<p>🌎 <em>Welcome to a deeply personal episode of Spanglish Culture y Comida Sustentable — El Recalentado Edition.</em></p><p><br /></p><p>In this solo episode, Dennis Arvizu takes the mic to answer a question many listeners have asked: <strong>“¿Quién es este huevón?”</strong> (Who is this guy?)</p><p><br /></p><p>From growing up in San Diego, feeling <em>ni de aquí ni de allá</em>, to becoming a French-trained chef, a cultural sustainability strategist at Microsoft and Google, and a bilingual storyteller, Dennis shares a raw, reflective journey of what it means to live between cultures — and to find your <em>sazón</em> (flavor, essence, identity).</p><p><br /></p><p>This isn’t your typical “abuela’s recipe” story. Dennis grew up sin abuelos, learning instead through kitchens, coworkers, and comida. He connects culinary medicine, immigrant resilience, corporate dining, and <em>cocina a lo pobre</em> to reveal how our <strong>roots are more powerful than we think.</strong></p><p><br /></p><p>💬 <strong>In this episode:</strong></p><p><br /></p><ul><li><p>Spanglish as a real, lived language—not broken, but bridge-building.</p></li><li><p>Why <em>comida casera</em> (home-cooked food) is the original zero-waste movement.</p></li><li><p>How French kitchens, Peruvian fine dining, and Indian spice masalas shaped a cultural identity.</p></li><li><p>The hidden story behind simple food — from dal to caldo, frijoles to chana.</p></li><li><p>Navigating chronic illness, surgery, and healing through storytelling and plant-centric foods.</p></li></ul><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>👨‍🍳 Whether you’re bicultural, a child of immigrants, or just craving connection through culture and food, this episode will make you laugh, reflect, and maybe even cry.</p><p><br /></p><p>🎧 <strong>Listen now. Share later. And never forget—your sazón is sacred.</strong></p> yes00:17:4022Ni de Aquí Ni de Allá: My Journey from Pocho to Cultural Storytellerfull<![CDATA[Mi Raíces, Your Sustainability: What Abuelita Knew About Sustainability]]>This isn’t just another comida story—it’s a cultural blueprint. Join Dennis as he weaves recetas, recuerdos, y resistencia into one sustainability journey that starts with a pot of frijoles.


Key Takeaways:

(00:15) How Is Food a Universal Language?

(01:43) How Is Our Identity Rooted in Food Memories?

(02:59) What Is Food Sustainability?

(03:54) What Are Some Ancestral Sustainable Food Practices?

(06:36) How Can We Reconnect with Our Cultural Food Traditions?



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/Mi-Races--Your-Sustainability-What-Abuelita-Knew-About-Sustainability-e344j1rbeaa8cff-ea9d-47b5-b9c5-5c680fa91a21Thu, 12 Jun 2025 10:00:00 GMT<p>This isn’t just another comida story—it’s a cultural blueprint. Join Dennis as he weaves recetas, recuerdos, y resistencia into one sustainability journey that starts with a pot of frijoles.</p><p><br /></p><p>Key Takeaways: </p><p>(00:15) How Is Food a Universal Language?</p><p>(01:43) How Is Our Identity Rooted in Food Memories?</p><p>(02:59) What Is Food Sustainability?</p><p>(03:54) What Are Some Ancestral Sustainable Food Practices?</p><p>(06:36) How Can We Reconnect with Our Cultural Food Traditions?</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> yes00:11:1612Mi Raíces, Your Sustainability: What Abuelita Knew About Sustainabilityfull<![CDATA[Spanglish & Sustainable Food: Culture, Identity, and Belonging | Global Roots Ep. 1]]>¿Spanglish is broken? Nah. It’s how we survive, resist, y nos conectamos.
In this first ramble of Global Roots Rambles: Spanglish Culture y Comida Sustentable, Dennis Arvizu shares how food y lenguaje become tools of resilience, cultura, and justicia.
Perfect for biculturales, first-gen, and those “ni de aquí ni de allá.”

Key Takeaways:

(00:00) How Does Food Shape Our Culture and Identity?

(01:31) What Is the Significance of Spanglish in Culture?

(03:30) How Does Food Create a Sense of Belonging?

(04:00) What Is the Connection Between Sustainable Food and Culture?


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/Spanglish--Sustainable-Food-Culture--Identity--and-Belonging--Global-Roots-Ep--1-e341fhsd836a40f-a4fc-4404-9ca9-588f8392e660Tue, 10 Jun 2025 03:08:21 GMT<p>¿Spanglish is broken? Nah. It’s how we survive, resist, y nos conectamos.<br />In this first ramble of <em>Global Roots Rambles: Spanglish Culture y Comida Sustentable</em>, Dennis Arvizu shares how food y lenguaje become tools of resilience, cultura, and justicia.<br />Perfect for biculturales, first-gen, and those “ni de aquí ni de allá.”</p><p>Key Takeaways: </p><p>(00:00) How Does Food Shape Our Culture and Identity?</p><p>(01:31) What Is the Significance of Spanglish in Culture?</p><p>(03:30) How Does Food Create a Sense of Belonging?</p><p>(04:00) What Is the Connection Between Sustainable Food and Culture?</p><p><br /></p> yes00:05:3711Spanglish & Sustainable Food: Culture, Identity, and Belonging | Global Roots Ep. 1full<![CDATA[Is Your Taste Really Yours? | The Science Behind Cravings, Culture & Identity 🍲]]>Are your cravings just hunger—or ancestral memory? In this episode of Global Roots Rambles, Arvizu explores how culture, trauma, and embodied memory shape what we eat. From café de la olla to hot Cheetos, we unpack why taste is identity—and how reclaiming your sazón is an act of resistance. Watch now for a thought-provoking take on comida sustentable, ancestral cravings, and Spanglish identity.


Key Takeaways:

(00:46) What Do My Food Cravings Say About Me?

(03:21) How Are Taste and Culture Connected?

(04:34) How Do Our Bodies Remember Food?

(06:28) How Can Food Be a Form of Resistance?

(10:16) How Can We Decolonize Our Diets?



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]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/Is-Your-Taste-Really-Yours---The-Science-Behind-Cravings--Culture--Identity-e35a7ad8e799d7e-33a2-4331-815a-4737c08cad2fWed, 09 Jul 2025 19:35:24 GMT<p>Are your cravings just hunger—or ancestral memory? In this episode of <em>Global Roots Rambles</em>, Arvizu explores how culture, trauma, and embodied memory shape what we eat. From café de la olla to hot Cheetos, we unpack why taste is identity—and how reclaiming your <em>sazón</em> is an act of resistance. Watch now for a thought-provoking take on comida sustentable, ancestral cravings, and Spanglish identity.</p><p><br /></p><p>Key Takeaways: </p><p>(00:46) What Do My Food Cravings Say About Me?</p><p>(03:21) How Are Taste and Culture Connected?</p><p>(04:34) How Do Our Bodies Remember Food?</p><p>(06:28) How Can Food Be a Form of Resistance?</p><p>(10:16) How Can We Decolonize Our Diets?</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Watch<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DennisGlobalRootsRambles?sub_confirmation=1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">⁠ Video Feeds and Follow on YouTube: ⁠</a></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> yes00:17:2419Is Your Taste Really Yours? | The Science Behind Cravings, Culture & Identity 🍲full<![CDATA[Flavor vs. Seasoning: Como Tú Comida Tells the Story of You]]>In Episode 8 of Global Roots Rambles, Dennis uses the metaphor of sabor (flavor) and sazón (seasoning) to explore how ancestral foods express identity and sustainability. From salsa molcajete to bruschetta, discover how what you serve at the table is a cultural map—until it’s filtered out by trends. Are we preserving our roots or becoming a monocultural spectacle?

🎧 Reflect on flavor. Remix your sazon.

📣 Featuring ancestral bites from Spain, Mexico, and Italy.


Key Takeaways:

(00:58) What Is the Difference Between Flavor and Seasoning?

(01:13) How Does Food Express Your Identity?

(02:36) What Is an Edible Map?

(05:04) How Can You Preserve Your Cultural Roots Through Food?

(06:37) What Is the Significance of the Molcajete?




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]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/Flavor-vs--Seasoning-Como-T-Comida-Tells-the-Story-of-You-e35363cf98578dc-588b-47ac-9288-dd6eca10c222Thu, 03 Jul 2025 23:30:00 GMT<p>In Episode 8 of Global Roots Rambles, Dennis uses the metaphor of sabor (flavor) and sazón (seasoning) to explore how ancestral foods express identity and sustainability. From salsa molcajete to bruschetta, discover how what you serve at the table is a cultural map—until it’s filtered out by trends. Are we preserving our roots or becoming a monocultural spectacle?</p><p>🎧 Reflect on flavor. Remix your sazon.</p><p>📣 Featuring ancestral bites from Spain, Mexico, and Italy.</p><p><br /></p><p>Key Takeaways: </p><p>(00:58) What Is the Difference Between Flavor and Seasoning?</p><p>(01:13) How Does Food Express Your Identity?</p><p>(02:36) What Is an Edible Map?</p><p>(05:04) How Can You Preserve Your Cultural Roots Through Food?</p><p>(06:37) What Is the Significance of the Molcajete?</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Watch<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DennisGlobalRootsRambles?sub_confirmation=1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">⁠ Video Feeds and Follow on YouTube: ⁠</a></p> yes00:11:4018Flavor vs. Seasoning: Como Tú Comida Tells the Story of Youfull<![CDATA[The Truth About Carne Asada - More Than Just a BBQ]]>What comes to mind when you hear "carne asada"? Is it just grilled meat, or is it the smell of charcoal, the sound of family laughter, and the feeling of community? In this episode of Global Roots Rambles, Dennis Arvizu unpacks the deep cultural roots of this beloved ritual.


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/The-Truth-About-Carne-Asada---More-Than-Just-a-BBQ-e34mt1202cdf70e-c80f-4e0b-8f45-dadd9d4a4c3bWed, 25 Jun 2025 05:12:53 GMT<p>What comes to mind when you hear "<strong>carne asada"? </strong>Is it just grilled meat, or is it the smell of charcoal, the sound of family laughter, and the feeling of community? In this episode of Global Roots Rambles, Dennis Arvizu unpacks the deep cultural roots of this beloved ritual.</p><p><br /></p> yes00:12:2015The Truth About Carne Asada - More Than Just a BBQfull<![CDATA[The Heart of Latino Sustentabilidad: Tacos, Trust y Tortillas]]>What if a taco could say, “You belong”? This episode goes deep into what it really means to be invited over for a taco. Dennis shares the sacredness of leftovers, the power of a humble taco de sal, and how Latinx food culture teaches sustainability, vulnerability, and inclusion—all envuelto en una tortilla. This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a warm seat at the table. 🌽🔥


Key Takeaways:

(00:25) What Is the Cultural Significance of Tacos?

(00:37) What Does 'Recalentado' Symbolize in Latino Culture?

(03:26) What Is the Difference Between a Taco and a 'Carne Asada'?

(05:43) How Does Sharing Food Relate to Vulnerability and Trust?

(07:08) How Do Tacos Represent Social Sustainability?


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/The-Heart-of-Latino-Sustentabilidad-Tacos--Trust-y-Tortillas-e34psa52942e32e-3f50-4137-9cc7-81407c258f21Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:58:45 GMT<p>What if a taco could say, “You belong”? This episode goes deep into what it really means to be invited over for a taco. Dennis shares the sacredness of leftovers, the power of a humble taco de sal, and how Latinx food culture teaches sustainability, vulnerability, and inclusion—all <em>envuelto en una tortilla.</em> This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a warm seat at the table. 🌽🔥</p><p><br /></p><p>Key Takeaways: </p><p>(00:25) What Is the Cultural Significance of Tacos?</p><p>(00:37) What Does 'Recalentado' Symbolize in Latino Culture?</p><p>(03:26) What Is the Difference Between a Taco and a 'Carne Asada'?</p><p>(05:43) How Does Sharing Food Relate to Vulnerability and Trust?</p><p>(07:08) How Do Tacos Represent Social Sustainability?</p><p><br /></p> yes00:15:0616The Heart of Latino Sustentabilidad: Tacos, Trust y Tortillasfull<![CDATA[Sabor vs. Sazón: What Your Food Says About Your Identity]]>What is the difference between flavor and identity? In this episode of Global Roots Rambles, host Dennis Arvizu breaks down two powerful concepts: Sabor and Sazón.Learn why Arvizu defines sabor as our ancestral roots—the deep, foundational flavors of our culture. Then, discover how sazón is the unique "remix" we create—the seasoning of our individual journey, defiance, and personality. Arvizu argues that understanding this difference helps us reclaim the memory and symbolism in our food, defining our own Spanglish culture.


Key Takeaways:

(01:15) What Is the Cultural Significance of Corn?

(03:57) What Is the Difference Between Sabor and Sazón?

(04:05) How Does Food Reflect Our Identity and Personal Journey?

(05:40) How Can We Reclaim the Sacredness of Our Food?


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/Sabor-vs--Sazn-What-Your-Food-Says-About-Your-Identity-e35090m23aea0a2-e4f5-4f6a-816f-d1d5f84f021dWed, 02 Jul 2025 02:49:25 GMT<p>What is the difference between flavor and identity? In this episode of Global Roots Rambles, host Dennis Arvizu breaks down two powerful concepts: Sabor and Sazón.Learn why Arvizu defines sabor as our ancestral roots—the deep, foundational flavors of our culture. Then, discover how sazón is the unique "remix" we create—the seasoning of our individual journey, defiance, and personality. Arvizu argues that understanding this difference helps us reclaim the memory and symbolism in our food, defining our own Spanglish culture.</p><p><br /></p><p>Key Takeaways: </p><p>(01:15) What Is the Cultural Significance of Corn?</p><p>(03:57) What Is the Difference Between Sabor and Sazón?</p><p>(04:05) How Does Food Reflect Our Identity and Personal Journey?</p><p>(05:40) How Can We Reclaim the Sacredness of Our Food?</p><p><br /></p> yes00:10:1417Sabor vs. Sazón: What Your Food Says About Your Identityfull<![CDATA[What ‘El Recalentado’ Teaches Us ]]>Bienvenidos to Season 2 of Spanglish Culture y Comida Sustentable! Before zero waste was trending, mi abuela was already teaching sustainability through El Recalentado—that sacred Latino tradition where yesterday’s frijoles become today’s refritos. Join Dennis Arvizu as he unpacks how home cooking and cultural wisdom create the original zero waste lifestyle. From barbacoa to enchiladas, discover why food always tastes better the second day and how these moments build stronger communities. Grab your cafecito de la olla and pull up a chair for authentic Spanglish storytelling about sabor, cultura, y sustentabilidad.


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]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/What-El-Recalentado-Teaches-Us-e36aclk943e08ee-ebc5-4926-9a01-991d269f1f14Fri, 01 Aug 2025 03:58:09 GMT<p>Bienvenidos to Season 2 of Spanglish Culture y Comida Sustentable! Before zero waste was trending, mi abuela was already teaching sustainability through El Recalentado—that sacred Latino tradition where yesterday’s frijoles become today’s refritos. Join Dennis Arvizu as he unpacks how home cooking and cultural wisdom create the original zero waste lifestyle. From barbacoa to enchiladas, discover why food always tastes better the second day and how these moments build stronger communities. Grab your cafecito de la olla and pull up a chair for authentic Spanglish storytelling about sabor, cultura, y sustentabilidad.</p><p><br /></p><p>Follow on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@SpanglishCulture" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube for short content @SpanglishCulture</a></p><p><br /></p> yes00:06:2921What ‘El Recalentado’ Teaches Us full<![CDATA[🇵🇪 From Peruvian Roots to Conscious Cuisine 🌱]]>In this all-Spanish episode of Spanglish Culture y Comida Sustentable, we sit down with Chef Diego Alcántara, a Peruvian chef currently based in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, to explore how ancestral knowledge, indigenous ingredients, and culinary justice are redefining the global food narrative.

He reflects on his grandmother’s teachings, why he left fine dining, and how food is more than just nourishment—it’s identity, resistance, and love.

🎧 Part 1 of a 2-part interview. Part 2 drops Tuesday.


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Tiktok: @diegoalcantara.peru

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]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/From-Peruvian-Roots-to-Conscious-Cuisine-e36jcqpe5473bd6-f3b1-4321-9179-fc53da782605Fri, 08 Aug 2025 00:10:54 GMT<p>In this all-Spanish episode of <em>Spanglish Culture y Comida Sustentable</em>, we sit down with Chef Diego Alcántara, a Peruvian chef currently based in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, to explore how ancestral knowledge, indigenous ingredients, and culinary justice are redefining the global food narrative.</p><p>He reflects on his grandmother’s teachings, why he left fine dining, and how food is more than just nourishment—it’s identity, resistance, and love.</p><p>🎧 Part 1 of a 2-part interview. Part 2 drops Tuesday.</p><p><br /></p><p>Follow Diego Alcántara on: </p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@diegoalcantara.peru" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@diegoalcantara.peru</a></p><p><a href="https://www.lostajiboshotel.com/en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Los Tajibos Resort and Hotel: </a></p><p><br /></p><p>Follow on Tiktok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@spanglishculturepodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@spanglishculturepodcast</a></p><p>Follow on Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@SpanglishCulture" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@SpanglishCulture</a></p><p><br /></p> yes00:21:0923🇵🇪 From Peruvian Roots to Conscious Cuisine 🌱full<![CDATA[The Sweet Legacy of Southern Hospitality (with Pastry Chef Ashley Wong)]]>This week, we're exploring a culinary tradition where every dish is "made with so much love."


I am honored to welcome Pastry Chef Ashley Wong, the brilliant creator behind Ashley Wong Sweets, for a conversation about the heart and soul of Southern hospitality.

Join us as Chef Ashley shares her personal and professional journey, from the family recipes passed down through generations to her experience competing on the Food Network.

We discuss why nostalgia is such a powerful ingredient, how cooking techniques carry our history, and why open-mindedness is essential for any true food lover.

This is a story about community, craftsmanship, and the sweet legacy that is baked into every one of her creations.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/The-Sweet-Legacy-of-Southern-Hospitality-with-Pastry-Chef-Ashley-Wong-e37ehlaada63cfd-7c5f-44e0-a955-3d76b1fd4c3bThu, 28 Aug 2025 15:25:05 GMT<p>This week, we're exploring a culinary tradition where every dish is "<strong>made with so much love.</strong>" </p><p><br /></p><p>I am honored to welcome <a href="https://www.ashleywongsweets.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Pastry Chef Ashley Wong</strong>, the brilliant creator behind <strong>Ashley Wong Sweets</strong>, </a>for a conversation about the heart and soul of Southern hospitality.</p><p>Join us as Chef Ashley shares her personal and professional journey, from the <strong>family recipes</strong> passed down through generations to her experience competing on the <strong>Food Network. </strong></p><p>We discuss why nostalgia is such a powerful ingredient, how cooking techniques carry our history, and <em>why open-mindedness is essential for any true food lover. </em></p><p>This is a story about community, craftsmanship, and the sweet legacy that is baked into every one of her creations.</p> yes00:33:5626The Sweet Legacy of Southern Hospitality (with Pastry Chef Ashley Wong)full<![CDATA[Plato Sustentable | Ancestral Eating for Health, Culture & Sustainability]]>Feel like your fridge is full but nothing speaks to you? That might be a sign it's not just about quantity—it’s about timing. In this episode of Global Roots Rambles, we uncover:

🍅 The science behind seasonal produce’s superior nutrients & flavor
🌱 Low-carbon, locavore lifestyle made easy
👩‍🍳 Simple ways to embrace seasonal rituals—jam-making, pickling, market visits

Let curiosity lead the way: rediscover your food roots, heal your body, and support the planet—all through what’s fresh this week. Don’t miss the Spanglish flavor that brings it all together!


Key Takeaways:

(01:40) What Is Ancestral Eating and Why Is It Important?

(02:36) How Does Seasonality Affect Our Cultural Nutrition?

(06:05) What Are the Benefits of Eating Seasonally?

(07:25) What Is Considered 'Local' Food and Why Does It Matter?

(13:05) How Can We Make More Conscious and Sustainable Food Choices?



Watch⁠ Video Feeds and Follow on YouTube: ⁠

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/Plato-Sustentable--Ancestral-Eating-for-Health--Culture--Sustainability-e34g5cod6a512bb-dd67-4679-8362-e8b716789239Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:56:47 GMT<p>Feel like your fridge is full but nothing speaks to you? That might be a sign it's not just about quantity—it’s about timing. In this episode of <strong>Global Roots Rambles</strong>, we uncover:</p><p>🍅 The science behind seasonal produce’s superior nutrients &amp; flavor <br />🌱 Low-carbon, locavore lifestyle made easy<br />👩‍🍳 Simple ways to embrace seasonal rituals—jam-making, pickling, market visits</p><p>Let curiosity lead the way: rediscover your food roots, heal your body, and support the planet—all through what’s fresh this week. Don’t miss the Spanglish flavor that brings it all together!</p><p><br /></p><p>Key Takeaways: </p><p>(01:40) What Is Ancestral Eating and Why Is It Important?</p><p>(02:36) How Does Seasonality Affect Our Cultural Nutrition?</p><p>(06:05) What Are the Benefits of Eating Seasonally?</p><p>(07:25) What Is Considered 'Local' Food and Why Does It Matter?</p><p>(13:05) How Can We Make More Conscious and Sustainable Food Choices?</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Watch<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DennisGlobalRootsRambles?sub_confirmation=1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">⁠ Video Feeds and Follow on YouTube: ⁠</a></p> yes00:32:4114Plato Sustentable | Ancestral Eating for Health, Culture & Sustainabilityfull<![CDATA[Is #Food Erasing Your Culture's Recipes?]]>Does your food have "sazón," or has it been transformed into a monocultural phenomenon for likes? In the Season 1 finale of Global Roots Rambles, we explore how viral food trends are creating a "hyper-flattening" of culture, where visual shock and cheese pulls replace context. The #food category now gets more weekly views than Netflix has worldwide subscribers. But what is the cost to our heritage?


In this Spanglish episode, we ask: Do you remember the roots of a dish, or just the trailer with a filter? We uncover the hidden stories behind hard-shell tacos and mac-and-cheese, revealing the "surplus politics" and colonial history written in our daily flavors.

Key Takeaways:

(01:48) How Do Viral Food Trends Affect Cultural Recipes?

(04:28) What is the Connection Between Comfort Food and Colonialism?

(07:04) How is Social Media Shaping Our Food Culture?

(11:15) Why is Ancestral Wisdom Key to Food Sustainability?

(14:00) How Can We Build a Sustainable Food Future?




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]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/Is-Food-Erasing-Your-Cultures-Recipes-e35ejkp6d4fe4af-eb9f-400b-863b-5b72f0e0947eFri, 11 Jul 2025 06:59:00 GMT<p>Does your food have "sazón," or has it been transformed into a monocultural phenomenon for likes? In the Season 1 finale of Global Roots Rambles, we explore how viral food trends are creating a "hyper-flattening" of culture, where visual shock and cheese pulls replace context. The #food category now gets more weekly views than Netflix has worldwide subscribers. But what is the cost to our heritage?</p><p><br /></p><p>In this Spanglish episode, we ask: Do you remember the roots of a dish, or just the trailer with a filter? We uncover the hidden stories behind hard-shell tacos and mac-and-cheese, revealing the "surplus politics" and colonial history written in our daily flavors.</p><p>Key Takeaways: </p><p>(01:48) How Do Viral Food Trends Affect Cultural Recipes?</p><p>(04:28) What is the Connection Between Comfort Food and Colonialism?</p><p>(07:04) How is Social Media Shaping Our Food Culture?</p><p>(11:15) Why is Ancestral Wisdom Key to Food Sustainability?</p><p>(14:00) How Can We Build a Sustainable Food Future?</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Watch<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DennisGlobalRootsRambles?sub_confirmation=1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> Video Feeds and Follow on YouTube: </a></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> yes00:20:40110Is #Food Erasing Your Culture's Recipes?full<![CDATA[🌽 Cultural Nutrition Es Real Medicine ]]>What if your caldo was more than comfort food—it was science-backed medicine?
In this Spanglish-style episode, Dennis Arvizu explores how cultural food memories shape our wellness, the colonization of our palates, and why ancestral wisdom beats fast food every time.
From nixtamal to olive oil, from memory to microbiome—this is food that feeds us.

Key Takeaways:

(02:19) How Is Food a Form of Medicine?

(07:00) How Did Colonization Impact Our Food Systems?

(10:04) How Can We Reclaim Our Ancestral Foodways?

(17:30) What Does It Mean to Build a Living Archive Through Food?



P.S. Not sure what happened to my audio. Repair in progress.


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spanglishculture/episodes/Cultural-Nutrition-Es-Real-Medicine-e34d77n8282f85e-89c2-404b-90e8-7d92bcea0e48Wed, 18 Jun 2025 01:43:16 GMT<p>What if your caldo was more than comfort food—it was science-backed medicine?<br />In this Spanglish-style episode, Dennis Arvizu explores how cultural food memories shape our wellness, the colonization of our palates, and why ancestral wisdom beats fast food every time.<br />From nixtamal to olive oil, from memory to microbiome—this is food that <em>feeds</em> us.</p><p>Key Takeaways: </p><p>(02:19) How Is Food a Form of Medicine?</p><p>(07:00) How Did Colonization Impact Our Food Systems?</p><p>(10:04) How Can We Reclaim Our Ancestral Foodways?</p><p>(17:30) What Does It Mean to Build a Living Archive Through Food?</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>P.S. Not sure what happened to my audio. Repair in progress. </p><p><br /></p> yes00:19:1313🌽 Cultural Nutrition Es Real Medicine full