Food changing the way we see the world - Henry McKean Reports
Summary
Newstalk’s Henry McKean explores how immigration has transformed Irish food culture, visiting a Polish-run cafe in Dublin and a Palestinian restaurant in Rathmines. He speaks with owners about blending traditions, such as Polish ferments and shared Palestinian meals, and the mutual respect between their cultures and the Irish. The segment also features a local worker at an Asian market in Ballymount and chef Eva Powell, who discusses the unique evolution of "Irish Chinese" cuisine, like chicken balls and chips with curry sauce.
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Intro: Migrants and the changing Irish food scene
Flower and Bean: Polish cafe in Dublin
House of Bethlehem: Romanian staff and Palestinian food
Asian Market: Local perspective on cultural integration
Eva Powell: Asian heritage and Irish-Chinese cuisine
Outro and credits
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