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Navajo Corn: A Cultural Tradition Evolving Through Time

With Cookbook Author Alana Yazzie

Embark on a culinary journey through time as we explore the rich history and cultural significance of Navajo corn

Discover how blue corn, a staple crop for generations, has been an essential part of Navajo life. See how this ancient grain is transformed into a nourishing and flavorful meal, called blue corn mush- tasty samples included! Uncover the secrets of juniper ash, a unique ingredient that adds depth and complexity to the dish. Explore how corn has evolved in modern Navajo recipes, incorporating new flavors and techniques while preserving its cultural heritage.

About Alana:

Alana Yazzie is the creator of The Fancy Navajo, a lifestyle and food blog created in 2014, that follows Alana's life as a contemporary Diné/Navajo woman living in the city of Phoenix, Arizona. Originally from Northwest New Mexico, Alana inspires others to embrace their culture, wherever they live, by sharing a variety of lifestyle content such as recipes, fashion, and gardening infused with her Navajo heritage. Alana’s greatest passion is developing innovative and approachable recipes that use Indigenous and Southwestern ingredients. Through, The Fancy Navajo, she enjoys capturing her Navajo lifestyle in modern and bright settings to showcase the continued presence and thriving of Indigenous peoples. Yazzie’s first book, The Modern Navajo Kitchen, was published by Wellfleet Press in 2024. Alana can be found on Instagram @TheFancyNavajo, Facebook @TheFancyNavajoBlog, and TheFancyNavajo.com

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