At a summit for African countries, the Russian president insisted that Western hypocrisy rather than his invasion of Ukraine was to blame for disruptions in the global food supply.
Tag: Food
A Dusty Fast-Food Costume Sets Off a Very Canadian Bidding War
The government of Alberta is auctioning off an adult-size suit shaped like a donair, a uniquely Canadian take on the gyro and doner kebab that is a beloved late-night staple in Nova Scotia.
India Reels From Shortage of Tomatoes, a Culinary Staple
“We have stopped eating tomatoes in salad,” one shopper said, “and we are not making any tomato-based vegetable dishes.”
Russia Hits Grain Ports in Odesa and Threatens Ships Headed to Ukraine
Ukraine accused Moscow of specifically targeting the infrastructure for exporting food, after Russia pulled out of an agreement allowing ships carrying grain to sail past its Black Sea blockade.
China’s Extreme Floods and Heat Ravage Farms and Kill Animals
China’s leader has made it a national priority to ensure the country can feed its large population. But weather shocks have disrupted wheat harvests and threatened pig and fish farming.
Readers in Asia: Tell Us About Your Hometown’s Foods
We may include your response in the Asia Pacific Morning Briefing.
Colombia’s Mustard Lovers Grow Desperate Amid Dijon Shortage
Colombians are scrambling to find the beloved French condiment as a new health law removes it from shelves, leaving a tangy void in their hearts and sandwiches.
Ukraine and Russia Renew a Deal to Allow Ukraine to Ship Grain
Russia last year blocked exports of Ukrainian grain across the Black Sea, a vital part of the global food supply, but they resumed last summer under a fragile pact.
How Ana Ros, One of the World’s Best Chefs, Put Slovenia on the Culinary Map
Ana Ros broke through the boys’ club of fine dining, earning Hisa Franko in Slovenia two Michelin stars and a spot on the list of the world’s best restaurants.
A More Climate-Resistant Coffee Rises in Africa
As global warming threatens the two main varieties, coffee growers in Uganda are betting on a type that can stand up to heat, drought and pests.