With literally millions of miles of the most diverse rainforest on earth, it makes sense that the Amazon jungle would hold a few culinary wonders in its depths. From superfoods to miracle medicinal herbs, the native people of the Amazon have spent countless generations learning the jungle’s secrets. Today, pressures of deforestation, illegal mining, and overfishing have put the traditional Amazonian way of life and diet at serious risk. Let us not underestimate the knowledge and wisdom that may be lost.

 

 
an introduction to amazon cuisine

an introduction to amazon cuisine

Amazon Cassava Flatbread

Amazon Cassava Flatbread

Amazon Grilled Fish

Amazon Grilled Fish

the  destruction  of  the  amazon: from the forest to the table

the  destruction  of  the  amazon: from the forest to the table

Amazon Aguaje Popsicles

Amazon Aguaje Popsicles

Amazon Heart of Palm Salad

Amazon Heart of Palm Salad

trading superfoods for junk foods in thE amazon jungle

trading superfoods for junk foods in thE amazon jungle

Amazon guayusa tea

Amazon guayusa tea

Amazon Brazil Nut Milk

Amazon Brazil Nut Milk

Amazon Açaí Bowl

Amazon Açaí Bowl

amazon turtle soup

amazon turtle soup