Indigenous Flavors Take Center Stage at Cultural Survival Bazaars

Cultural Survival will host summer bazaars in Tiverton and Providence, Rhode Island, featuring Indigenous food vendors from across the United States and Afghanistan. The bazaars aim to celebrate the vitality and diversity of Indigenous cultures through food, highlighting its connection to history, community, and sovereignty.

Vendors like Chef Sherry Pockett of Sly Fox Den and Leo Cordier of Buffalo Jump NYC will offer dishes representing Lakota, Mashpee Wampanoag, Mexican, and Afghan traditions. The bazaars emphasize food as more than nourishment, it’s a way to connect with ancestors, resist colonialism, and reclaim food sovereignty.

Vendors prioritize sourcing ingredients from Indigenous producers and sharing the stories behind their dishes. Organizers hope to raise awareness about responsible consumption, reducing food waste, and the importance of preserving cultural food traditions. The event seeks to model a system of healthy, fair trade, and zero-waste food access for all people, supporting Indigenous communities and future generations.