For Taínos like Mukaro Agueybana, Guaktuke Ini Inaru, and Tekina-eirú, Indigenous roots are more than just heritage. It is the path that they walk, one that has real-world implications.

My search began in the nooks and crannies of limestone caves underlying the Dominican Republic, ... “Indians have appeared in the record ever since,” said Hartmann.

Influenced by Europe, Africa, Taino Indians and other cultures, Dominican food is infused by delicious tastes and aromas. Dominican cuisine is a delightful fusion of flavors and influences. The ...