Ideas By J.J. Johnson November 25, 2024 9:00 AM EST Johnson is a chef and author of The Simple Art of Rice: Recipes from Around the World for the Heart of Your Table R ice is not just a food—it's the heartbeat of cultures, a unifying thread that has woven together the histories, traditions, and daily lives of countless communities across the globe. For billions of people, rice is more than a staple; it’s a symbol of identity, heritage, and survival. To imagine a world without rice is to imagine