Peach Vs South Culture

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My culture can easily be described by comparing it to a peach. Southerners all love peaches for starters, the idea of a peach makes anyone from the south happy. Peaches have tough skin but once the skin is broken the taste is sweet and fulfilling, bringing joy and contentment. Three of the most important values in the Southern culture is food, hospitality, and hobbies.
The South’s food does not compare to any other places. The food consists of many spices and flavors to satisfy everyone's needs. People in the South cook seafoods, fried foods, and Cajun style foods. The South is known for many dishes including gumbo, fried chicken, and cornbread. Most Southern food is colorful which is one of the main reasons it is so appealing. Southern dishes

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