Food & Feeling Zine
The Food & Feeling Zine is a creative publication that celebrates the powerful connection between food and emotions and the fight against racial-based food shame. This annual zine brings together personal essays, poetry, visual art, and stories from diverse contributors, examining how food nourishes not only our bodies but also our memories, cultures, and relationships.
Each issue honours the often-overlooked emotional and cultural significance of food—from childhood, recipes passed down through generations to dishes that provide comfort in moments of loneliness. This publication strives to create a space where stories are shared with tenderness, authenticity, and respect. It highlights the voices of underrepresented communities and challenges narratives of food shame, celebrating the beauty and complexity of cultural cuisines.
Each zine is thoughtfully curated, blending heartfelt writing with stunning illustrations and photography. The stories invite readers to reflect on their own food memories, sparking connections across borders and experiences.
About the maker: Cordelia Shan is a writer, multidisciplinary artist, and the founding editor of Food & Feeling, a literary zine exploring the deep emotional landscapes tied to what and how we eat. Her creative work spans memoir, fiction, and visual storytelling, often rooted in themes of cultural memory, intimacy, and diasporic identity.
Instagram: @food_feeling_zine
By Cordelia Shan; Semiannual, 170x240mm Issue I, Zine Shine 2025