Cultural Connections in Aruba
Aruba is a country with several origins, they have Caquetio Indian, African, and European roots. Much of their immigrant population is from South America, primarily Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru. Despite the varying cultural backgrounds, locals share a strong national identity maintained by the success of a healthy economy, a strong educational system, and one of the highest standards of living in the Caribbean. Aruba's religious roots are mainly Roman Catholicism, being practiced by about 75% of the population, however, there are various Protestant denominations present on the island. Overall the blend of culture in Aruba has become a culture on it's own. Each culture provides something unique to the island which makes a very distinct culture to the island.
The food in Aruba comes from many cultures, including Amerindians, Dutch, Spanish, African, and Asian. The Asian-influenced dishes offer a variety of bami, nasi goreng rice, and satay with peanut sauce. The Dutch traditional dishes include pea soup and thin pancakes served with sweet and savory toppings. Johnny cakes and pan bati replace traditional bread in Aruba. Many local Aruban restaurants serve fresh fish such as wahoo, red snapper, mahi-mahi, and barracuda all served with a variety of sauces. The African cultures in Aruba provide the delicacy of beef stew served with funchi. A national snack of Aruba is the pastechi, this pastry is shaped like a crescent, deep fried, and stuffed with a variety of fillings. The local pepper, the fiery Madame Jeanette pepper, spices up meat, soup, and seafood dishes with a Scottish twist. All the cultures of Aruba blend beautifully together to make some of the tastiest authentic Aruban cuisine.
Resources
Aruba, Things to Do, 2021
Islands And Islets, The Ultimate Travel Guide to Aruba, What can you eat in Aruba? 2021
https://islandsandislets.com/the-ultimate-travel-guide-to-aruba/
Wikipedia, Madame Jeanette, 2020
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