- The Queer Shepherds Preserving Navajo Tradition (June 2026) Best Food Blog
- “The Navajo Nation might feel like an unusual place to rendezvous with an Instagram Influencer. But during the pandemic, queer Native shepherd Nikyle Begay became a cultural educator via social media for people both inside and outside the Native Community. Their love for the Navajo-Churro sheep — Dibé dits’ozí — a rare heirloom breed, drew many people to Nikyle’s account. As a weaver with a knowledge of butchering sheep nose to tail, Nikyle navigates all aspects of the traditional relationship with this animal. But Nikyle isn’t alone; carrying on traditional lifeways has become a part of life for many members of the queer Navajo community.”
- “The Navajo Nation might feel like an unusual place to rendezvous with an Instagram Influencer. But during the pandemic, queer Native shepherd Nikyle Begay became a cultural educator via social media for people both inside and outside the Native Community. Their love for the Navajo-Churro sheep — Dibé dits’ozí — a rare heirloom breed, drew many people to Nikyle’s account. As a weaver with a knowledge of butchering sheep nose to tail, Nikyle navigates all aspects of the traditional relationship with this animal. But Nikyle isn’t alone; carrying on traditional lifeways has become a part of life for many members of the queer Navajo community.”
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- My food history blog that looked to the past to explain and inspire contemporary cooking.