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CHamoru/Chamorro’s Love of Spam
SPAM® in Guam history and culture. SPAM®, the famous pink loaf in a blue square can found in kitchens around the world, has a particular
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Health Consequences of Modern Diets on Guam
Our food choices. As with most communities, the necessity for food is interwoven with cultural and social needs. For the people of the Mariana Island,
Ancient Guam Era
Ancient CHamoru/Chamorro Agricultural Practices
For most people in the Marianas today, getting something to eat is as easy as a trip to the grocery store or to a favorite
Ancient CHamoru Use of Rice
In the Mariana Islands, as well as other islands throughout the Pacific, rice is considered one of the most important food staples. Bags of rice
Ancient Guam Era
Ancient CHamoru/Chamorro Food and Diet
Cultural aspects of food. Humans require food in order to survive. People get their food from the natural environment through practices of food collection, farming,
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Barbecue
Meat, chicken and fish marinated and grilled. The popular ritual of modern-day CHamoru barbecuing (which is technically grilling) is relatively recent in Guam history.
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Kek Chokulåti’: Chocolate Cake
This popular dessert item is a dark-colored baked cake that contains chocolate as the main flavoring ingredient. Often coated with sugar frosting or icing, the
Art, Architecture, Body Adornment, Music and Food
Cucumber/Daigo Kimchee Salad
A spicy salad that is made with cucumbers, pickled radish (diago), kimchee base and vinegar.
Art, Architecture, Body Adornment, Music and Food
Art, Architecture, Body Adornment, Music and Food
Tamales Gisu: Red and White Tamales
A variation of the more well-known Mexican tamale, this CHamoru version is characterized by its distinctive half white-half orange coloration.