The changing foodways of Vietnamese Americans in Orange County, California
by Vu, Vienne, M.A., CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON, 2008, 82 pages; 1463545

Abstract:

Vietnamese refugees and immigrants have been entering the United States in considerable numbers since the fall of Saigon in 1975. Since that time, this group has experienced many changes as they adjust to life in the United States. This research investigates at the changing foodways of Vietnamese immigrants living in Orange County, California as they assimilate to American culture. The food consumption habits between different generations, waves of immigrants, and distance of residence from Little Saigon, the cultural hub of Vietnamese Americans, are examined. Qualitative and quantitative data were collected by way of questionnaires, participant observation, and formal and informal interviews. Results of the study reveal a positive correlation between changing food habits and cultural assimilation in some categories but not in others.

 
AdviserRobert A. Voeks
SchoolCALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON
SourceMAI/ 47-05, p. , May 2009
Source TypeThesis
SubjectsGeography; Ethnic studies
Publication Number1463545
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