In these excerpts which cultural theme do both authors explore


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Wangero, though, went on through the chitlins and corn bread, the greens and everything else. She talked a blue streak over the sweet potatoes. Everything delighted her.
(Alice Walker, "Everyday Use")

My mother, in a cheerful mood that evening, decided to cook a big pot of khichuri . . ., and for a change your mother insisted on helping, standing in the kitchen deep-frying pieces of potato and cauliflower.
(Jhumpa Lahiri, "Once in a Lifetime")

Family is an essential part of many cultures.
Helpfulness is a universal value across the world.
Many cultures celebrate a unique type of food.
Certain national cultures are characterized by particular religions.
Many cultures take offense if food that is offered is refused.

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Many cultures celebrate a unique type of food.


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