Chapter 16 — United States & Canada

Classics, Comfort Food & Regional Traditions

North American food is shaped by Indigenous traditions, migration, agriculture and regional identity. Barbecue, seafood, diner classics, Cajun and Creole cooking, and immigrant foodways all belong to the story.

Recipes

• Southern Fried Chicken
• Barbecue Ribs
• Macaroni and Cheese
• New England Clam Chowder
• Louisiana Jambalaya
• Cajun Gumbo
• American Pancakes
• Canadian Poutine
• Maple Dessert
• New York Cheesecake
• Italian-American Chicken Parmigiana