I'm Douglas,
That big bearded guy you keep seeing in these photos. I'm a professional chef and lifelong lover of all things food! CULINARY APPROPRIATION is all about. loving food, seeking culinary experiences, & the never-ending search for knowledge and flavors!

I get it, I'm just a white guy, what do I know about dried chillies, red bean paste, tamarind, persimmons, jack fruit, tumeric, aswala, scotch bonnets, salt cod, yucca......

Quite honestly, a TON. I also stand with confidence that I make better collard greens than any black friend of yours, a Jerk chicken dish that will rival your mother's, an apple pie that your Southern scratch baker of a grandmother will brag about, and a duck jalfrezi that will leave you shaking your head.

I'm not just stealing these dishes; I've spent my lifetime studying the cultures, the ingredient sources, and the methods of preparation. When I appropriate, I'm giving as much respect as I can by keeping that dish alive and true to its roots. Join me