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Resource of Indigenous Cookbooks
A list of Indigenous cookbooks relevant to BC.
More About This Resource Resource of Indigenous CookbooksIndian Food: a Cookbook of Native Foods from British Columbia
This collection contains the full content of Indian Food: A Cookbook of Native Foods from British Columbia, a collection of recipes provided by individuals from several First Nations communities across coastal and interior British Columbia, published by Health and Welfare Canada in 1971.
More About This Resource Indian Food: a Cookbook of Native Foods from British ColumbiaMétis Nation British Columbia: Tourtière
This savory meat pie is a beloved Métis tradition that will warm your heart and home.
More About This Resource Métis Nation British Columbia: TourtièreMétis Nation British Columbia: Roasted Rhubarb Strawberry and Sumac, and Bannock
Learn how to make Bannock, a versatile bread that’s a staple in Métis kitchens! Whether baked or fried, it’s perfect for any occasion.
More About This Resource Métis Nation British Columbia: Roasted Rhubarb Strawberry and Sumac, and BannockMétis Nation British Columbia: Pudding in a Bag
Indulge your sweet tooth with our Pudding in a Bag recipe! A fun and easy dessert that will delight your family and friends.
More About This Resource Métis Nation British Columbia: Pudding in a BagMétis Nation British Columbia: Smoked Salmon Salad
Discover the rich flavors of our Smoked Salmon Salad! This dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients.
More About This Resource Métis Nation British Columbia: Smoked Salmon SaladMétis Nation British Columbia: Métis Boulettes
Get ready to savor our Boulettes! These delicious meatballs are a comfort food staple.
More About This Resource Métis Nation British Columbia: Métis BoulettesMétis Nation British Columbia: Deer Dish
Experience the taste of tradition with our Deer Dish! A hearty meal that celebrates Métis hunting heritage and brings everyone together.
More About This Resource Métis Nation British Columbia: Deer DishCanning Foods: Your guide to successful canning
Canning is a way to preserve food by heating it and sealing it in an airtight container. This guide focuses on how to can food by heating it in glass jars, which forms a vacuum to create an airtight seal. This process allows you to store the jars at room temperature and to enjoy the food for months to come. This guide is an introduction to the joys of canning. It describes best practices in canning and can be used as a reference for safe canning techniques and tested recipes.
More About This Resource Canning Foods: Your guide to successful canningFood is Medicine: Recipe Book
This recipe book is based on foods featured in Seasons 1 and 2 of the Food is Medicine Cooking Show.
More About This Resource Food is Medicine: Recipe BookDeeply Rooted: Decolonizing Your Plate
Colonization and assimilation took away customs and traditional foods from both Native and immigrant communities. Now, local farmers and chefs are bringing back traditional cuisines.
More About This Resource Deeply Rooted: Decolonizing Your PlateKaa T'eix's Cook Book
This is a comprehensive cookbook by Mary Howard Pelayo, focusing on traditional Tlingit and Alaskan Native recipes. It is a cultural preservation effort dedicated to mothers, grandmothers, and ancestors who passed down these recipes.
More About This Resource Kaa T'eix's Cook Book