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Eating Like Our Ancestors Toolkit

The purpose of this study is to collect Cheyenne River elders' traditional recipes and stories to create a toolkit that increases knowledge and consumption of these recipes across all ages. This toolkit is based on recipes and stories shared by interviewed elders, with help from the youth in media creation, illustrations, and promotion. 

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This book is dedicated to those who were raised with the knowledge of traditional foods, as well as those who weren’t fortunate enough to inherit these teachings. It’s for both the traditional and non-traditional extended tiošpaye (family), and for anyone eager to delve into the rich world of traditional Lakota foods.

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We hope you enjoy this toolkit as much as we did in creating it and look forward to hearing your feedback!

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Close your eyes and bring your mind to Unci’s kitchen table….
Remember the utensils…
The sounds…
The smells…
The people gathered there…

Unči’s Kitchen is a journey back to our roots. A collection of stories, recipes, and sketches from elders and youth of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe.

This book is a companion for those who cherish traditional foods and for those eager to rediscover them. It bridges generations, connecting families and communities.

From wasná to wójapi, each recipe is a step back to our ancestor’s kitchen – bringing flavors and wisdom to life.

Embrace the rich, and healing world of Lakota foods. Learn the stories and the teachings of Unci’s Kitchen.

CRST Elder, Winona Kasto, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program
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CRST Elder, Winona Kasto, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Elder, Winona Kasto, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program. This programs purpose is to collect traditional recipes and stories to increase traditional Lakota food knowledge and consumption. Funded by a grant received by the Strong Heart Study.
CRST Elder, Inez Iron Hawk, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.
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CRST Elder, Inez Iron Hawk, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Elder, Inez Iron Hawk, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program. This programs purpose is to collect traditional recipes and stories to increase traditional Lakota food knowledge and consumption. Funded by a grant received by the Strong Heart Study.
CRST Elder, Freida Condon, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.
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CRST Elder, Freida Condon, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Elder, Freida Condon, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program. This programs purpose is to collect traditional recipes and stories to increase traditional Lakota food knowledge and consumption. Funded by a grant received by the Strong Heart Study.
CRST Elder, Emmanuel Red Bear, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.
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CRST Elder, Emmanuel Red Bear, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Elder, Emmanuel Red Bear, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program. This programs purpose is to collect traditional recipes and stories to increase traditional Lakota food knowledge and consumption. Funded by a grant received by the Strong Heart Study.
CRST Elder, Albert Cadotte, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.
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CRST Elder, Albert Cadotte, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Elder, Albert Cadotte, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program. This programs purpose is to collect traditional recipes and stories to increase traditional Lakota food knowledge and consumption. Funded by a grant received by the Strong Heart Study.
CRST Elder, Terry Fast Horse, interviews for The Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.
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CRST Elder, Terry Fast Horse, interviews for The Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Elder, Terry Fast Horse, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program. This programs purpose is to collect traditional recipes and stories to increase traditional Lakota food knowledge and consumption. Funded by a grant received by the Strong Heart Study.
CRST Elder, Belinda Aungie, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.
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CRST Elder, Belinda Aungie, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program.

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Elder, Belinda Aungie, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program. This programs purpose is to collect traditional recipes and stories to increase traditional Lakota food knowledge and consumption. Funded by a grant received by the Strong Heart Study.
CRST Elder, Theresa Ducheneaux, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program
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CRST Elder, Theresa Ducheneaux, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Elder, Theresa Ducheneaux, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program. This programs purpose is to collect traditional recipes and stories to increase traditional Lakota food knowledge and consumption. Funded by a grant received by the Strong Heart Study.
CRST Elder, Deborah Provincial, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program
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CRST Elder, Deborah Provincial, interviews for The Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe (CRST) Elder, Deborah Provincial, interviews for the Keya Foundation Eating Like Our Ancestors Program. This programs purpose is to collect traditional recipes and stories to increase traditional Lakota food knowledge and consumption. Funded by a grant received by The Strong Heart Study.
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