David Hernandez

  Prompt: Today, we started our discussion about culture and food. What is one dish from your culture that is a must-have as a representation of your culture? Identify the dish and explain what it is and why it is significant. Prompt Response:  The dish that is a Must-have for my culture would be Tacos, and Pozole.  Summary: These two dishes are iconic to the Mexican culture. Tacos are a everyday meal and are sold on every stand in Mexico. You can find mexican tacos anywhere and many people love it. Pozole is an iconic dish as well, It is served during Christmas and other get togethers with family. Everyone loves Pozole and you can go wrong with it. Reflection:  Overall these two dishes are a must-have and YOU should try it for yourself.  

  Prompt: Different cultures have different customs surrounding food and eating. Describe a food-related custom you grew up with or have experienced. How does this custom reflect your family's values or cultural background? Prompt Response:  A food I grew up eating around my family would be cooked black beans cooked golden eggs and tortillas.  Summary:I grew up eating this meal when my grandparents were here in the states. It was so good everytime I ate it. For me it's just the moments of when my grandma would cook her great meals and would make sure were full. Eating this meal was a big dish to my family. My grandparents didnt have much back then and would cook meals like that.  Reflection: Eating this meal is by far my favorite because when I get a plate infront of me I think of my grandma. I just miss when SHE would make it.