As COVID-19 swept across the globe, health-conscious individuals sought out ways of protecting themselves from the virus. For some, a lack of treatment options from mainstream medicine meant the adoption of preventative measures. So, how have Americans been eating themselves to good health?

With international travel still largely out of the question, many people are feeding their desire for adventure through food. Bokksu’s curated boxes bring a taste of Japan to Americans, combining local snacks with a ‘cultural experience’ and satisfying people's cravings for ‘authentic’ food.

During the pandemic, people are turning to food for comfort and stress relief. We’re seeing a return to nostalgic favorites and also food as a medium for experience and discovery. So what does that mean for flavor?

With the pandemic seeing people experiment with new flavors, bakeries in the US are capitalizing on desires for novelty. Infusing sweet treats with traditional Asian flavors, Californian bakery Sunday Bakeshop is embracing offbeat pairings and educating people about Asian-American culture.