Food: A Third Culture Kid’s Sense of Identity. | Eric Pak | TEDxYouth@ISBangkok

Food: A Third Culture Kid’s Sense of Identity. | Eric Pak | TEDxYouth@ISBangkok

Jan 14, 2026

Cultural identity is a key element in what makes us who we are. But as more people adopt the expat life, their children become exposed to the plethora of cultures that exist in the world, thus muddling their own. However, food is an aspect of cultural identity that follows us wherever we go, which can subsequently establish one’s cultural identity. Eric Pak is a 17 year old, Korean American studying at International school Bangkok. Having been surrounded by many diverse communities, Eric aims to share his vivid experiences through poetry, which he writes in his free time