The Power Within
Recipe
10 Countries
USA
Rosa Parks
A simple yet nutritious dish made from peanuts and flour, peanut pancakes provide a rich source of protein and energy, symbolizing the humble sustenance that fueled Rosa Parks in her fight for civil rights.
UK
Sylvia Pankhurst
A traditional British working-class meal consisting of a savory pie served with mashed potatoes, representing the resilience and strength of Sylvia Pankhurst in leading the women’s suffrage movement.
China
Soong Ching-ling
These crispy-bottomed, soft-topped buns, often filled with juicy pork or vegetables, were popular comfort foods in China, reflecting the warmth and determination of Soong Ching-ling in her efforts to improve social welfare.
Brazil
Bertha Lutz
A hearty black bean stew with pork, feijoada is a staple Brazilian dish, symbolizing the strength and unity that Bertha Lutz promoted in her campaign for women’s suffrage and equality.
Mexico
Elvia Carrillo Puerto
A traditional Yucatan dish made of beans and pork, it represents the deep-rooted connection between food and culture, mirroring Elvia Carrillo Puerto’s dedication to rural reform and women’s rights.
French
Marie Curie
A simple yet beloved treat, jam represents the sweetness of life’s small moments, reflecting Marie Curie’s balance of groundbreaking scientific achievements and personal life.
German
Clara Zetkin
Often passed down through generations, cooking instructions symbolize the preservation of tradition and knowledge, just as Clara Zetkin preserved and fought for women's rights through her activism and writings.
Spain
María Lejárraga
A traditional Spanish stew made with potatoes and chorizo, it represents the warmth and sustenance that fueled María Lejárraga in her advocacy for social reform and gender equality.
Japan
Ichikawa Fusae
A savory Japanese pancake made with various ingredients, okonomiyaki reflects creativity and adaptability, qualities embodied by Ichikawa Fusae in her fight for women’s suffrage in Japan.
Russia
Alexandra Kollontai
A creamy beef dish popular in Russian cuisine, beef stroganoff represents nourishment and strength, much like Alexandra Kollontai’s tireless efforts in advocating for women’s rights and social welfare.
