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On The Hunt For 'Authentic Ethnic Food'? Be Careful Who You Ask

So, you're in the mood for some good Indian food. Should you just text the first South Asian person on your contact list?
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We've all been hungry in a new place, scrolling indecisively through the results of a 'Google: food near me' search. You know you're not quite in the mood for a burger and fries, but unsure about which Pho restaurant is the best for a first timer.

So this week on Ask Code Switch, we're gonna whip up some wisdom for a reader who's in search of the best food from different cultures.

Here's Laura Epstein, from Magnolia, Del.:

Is it OK to ask someone where to get the best food of their culture? For example, can you ask an

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