Food is an integral part of what defines a community’s culture. People around the world rely on certain foods for daily sustenance, while other dishes are reserved for celebrations or religious observances. Food and Culture delves into a variety of these food traditions around the world. Features include a glossary, websites, source notes, infographics, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.