Monday, January 30, 2012

Bicultural Holidays

How does East meet West when living in a bicultural society? It appears that those who have learned to take parts of both cultures have a better chance at integrating aspects into a fusion culture. Consider how some of the finest cuisines in the world manage to unique aspects of two cultures to create an original taste, such as the Southern California Kogi Truck (http://kogibbq.com/) sensation.

One can also see how this can be the case for celebrating holidays. Consider the modern twist on a traditional lion dance: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=053S4B5J0is. What are some other examples of products when East meets West?