New World food refers to the various types of crops and produce that were cultivated and consumed by indigenous peoples in the Americas prior to European colonization.
Related terms
Old World food: Refers to the crops and produce that were traditionally grown and consumed in Europe, Asia, and Africa before the Columbian Exchange.
Indigenous peoples: Refers to the original inhabitants of a particular region or territory who have their own distinct cultures, languages, and traditions.
Cultivation: The process of growing crops or plants for human use or consumption.