Around the world in 6 quarantine pantries (Atlas Obscura)

How chefs in Bolivia, Malaysia, Italy, Rwanda, Canada, and Thailand are preparing for lockdown.

With many cafes, restaurants, and bistros shuttered to halt the spread of COVID-19, a new era of at-home self-reliance is upon us. Worldwide, people are making last-minute forays into markets and grocery stores before retreating home, prepping their kitchens for a prolonged period of sheltering in place. It’s an unprecedented moment in which pantries from Milwaukee to Mogadishu, Sarajevo to Saigon, have become the focal point of our at-home lives.

For a global perspective on this rare moment, I spoke to chefs from six countries about how different cultures are quarantining and sheltering in place. What stands out is the importance of agricultural know-how, the ability to be your own safety net, and the importance of familial and social networks. Recalling lessons from our parents and crafting nostalgic comfort foods is a common panacea. And while many are keen to experiment, the economic crunch also demands frugality and resourcefulness.

These are the kitchens of the coronavirus age…

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