Controversy Erupts as White Australian Woman Opens Sushi Restaurant in NYC
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A white Australian woman, Alex Marks, faced online bullying and accusations of cultural appropriation after opening an Australian-style sushi restaurant in New York City. Chef Eric Rivera launched a campaign against her, calling her a "colonizer" for selling sushi while white. Online trolls flooded the restaurant's Google reviews with one-star ratings, but supporters came to Marks' defense, boosting the ratings back up. The incident highlights the ongoing debate around cultural appropriation and the importance of appreciating diverse food cultures in a melting pot like America.
Topics:entertainment#cultural-appropriation#food-diversity#online-bullying#restaurant-industry#social-issues#social-justice
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