Short Wave How foraging reconnected Alexis Nikole Nelson with food and her culture
Oct 5, 2021
Alexis Nikole Nelson, a passionate forager and TikTok influencer, shares her transformative journey of reconnecting with food and culture through foraging. She highlights the joy of rediscovering heritage and the importance of knowing where our food comes from. Urban foraging brings excitement as she shares tips on finding edible plants, all while advocating for marginalized communities to reclaim outdoor spaces. With humor and insight, Alexis emphasizes the role of foraging in nurturing a deeper bond with nature and our cultural roots.
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Onion Grass Discovery
- As a child, Alexis Nelson's mother introduced her to onion grass in their yard.
- This sparked her curiosity and led her to explore and eat other plants.
Outdoorsy Upbringing
- Alexis Nelson acknowledges her privilege as a Black child raised with outdoorsy parents.
- She recognizes that this upbringing is not common for many Black children.
Historical Foraging and Cultural Disconnect
- Historically, Black people, particularly in the South, used foraging to supplement their diets.
- Laws post-emancipation restricted access to land, leading to a cultural disconnect from foraging.