Ethnic Interaction,Exchange,and Integration in the Multilayered Narratives of Xinjiang Culinary Culture
The integrative characteristics of Xinjiang's culinary culture vividly reflect the economic interconnected-ness,cultural mutual learning,emotional convergence,and spiritual interdependence of the various ethnic groups in this region.These characteristics also encompass multiple narratives that reference and confirm the ethnic inter-action,exchange,and integration in Xinjiang.These narratives emerge in different contexts:In functional narra-tives,they arise from the explicit need to adapt to interaction;in geographical narratives,they are shaped by the implicit connections that align with exchange;in communal narratives,they serve as practical examples of the col-lective wisdom and experiences of multiple ethnic groups;and in cultural narratives,they stand as symbolic mark-ers of the unifying force of communal beliefs.Thus,Xinjiang's culinary culture carries the responsibility and mis-sion to actively promote ethnic unity and progress.In the new era,it is necessary to further explore the practical applications of Xinjiang's culinary culture by enhancing awareness through publicity,expanding spaces for interac-tion,and initiating activities that reinforce experiences,thereby effectively playing a role and advancing the process of ethnic interaction,exchange,and integration through Xinjiang's culinary culture.
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