Advanced Spanish through Latin American Food Culture

Undergraduate / Graduate

In this advanced Spanish language course, students will delve into Spanish-language materials focusing on Latin American foodways and the associated social issues. While advancing their proficiency in Spanish, participants will explore Latin America's history, evolution, and culinary traditions within the U.S. context through theme-based projects. Students will gain insights by immersing themselves in a diverse cross-cultural landscape and into the impact of food on various aspects of society, including celebrations, family dynamics, social relationships, politics, and economics. Moreover, students will connect with their identity in the diverse environment, encouraging them to get involved with Chicago's lively Latin American communities. Students will understand that food is not merely a means of survival but a profound expression of culture and society. In this advanced Spanish course, language proficiency intertwines with a rich exploration of Latin American culinary heritage.