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I am a former chef at a high-end, farm-to-table restaurant (bloom in Roanoke, VA under the direction of award-winning chef, Nate Sloan). I specialize in writing about slow-food, food justice, wine, urban gardening, veganism and whole foods, and travel pieces centered around food exploration.

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The Real Dishes Behind Your Favorite Disney Films

As it turns out, there are plenty of very real dishes from around the world that the animators based these Disney foods on. From porridges served on Chinese breakfast tables to puffy pastries mastered by French chefs, the real foods behind your favorite Disney films offer unique representations of the cultures they're sourced from. These dishes can reveal a lot about the geography, food traditions, values, and history of the people who call the real versions of these animated settings home. So, let's dig into famous Disney movie foods and the inspirations at play.

These Are The Comfort Foods West Coasters Swear By

The West Coast, my homeland, is famous for its massive mountains, beaches, vibrant cities, and, of course, ridiculously good food. From highland berries to wild seafood to luxurious mushrooms, the ingredients in the wild are outstanding. Meanwhile, food traditions from Scandinavian, Latin American, Eastern Asian, Italian, and Pacific cultures have greatly contributed to the culinary heritage of the region — today, you can find the best spaghetti of your life in San Diego, teriyaki in Seattle, street tacos in Los Angeles, sushi in Portland, and curry in San Francisco. As a native to the West Coast, I'm proud of this colorful tapestry. I love that where I live in the greater Seattle area, I can find world-famous pie, sandwiches, dumplings, and mussels within 20 minutes of my house. The comfort food is the best part, and there are so many dishes to have on your radar. So, here are the comfort foods that West Coasters swear by.
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