Food has a profound way of evoking nostalgia and reminding us of home. Latine cuisine is one of the most celebrated cuisines in the world. Food has always been central to Justice for Migrant Women’s mission given that it was founded with a focus on women working in agriculture and across the food supply chain. It was a natural fit to make food a central focus of Raizado Festival.
This Festival honors how chefs and mixologists are keepers of cultural traditions through food and beverage.
A powerhouse team of diverse chefs are returning to the festival, headed by humanitarian, TV personality, and award-winning Chef Grace Ramirez. Leading her team is Justice for Migrant Women Senior Culinary Advisor Chef Melissa Tung, alongside Chef Kristen Little Espinal, and Chef Osvin Velasquez. The culinary team will prepare authentic recipes representing the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Community Day programming available to the public at Aspen Meadow are the following:
- Cafecito con Cafeteras by Claudia Suarez, Co-founder of Café con Cariño, Program Director at Oakland Bloom, and Angelique Sina of Cafe Ama; moderated by Pam Campos, Manager of Adventures and Experiences, Hotel Jerome
- The Art of Chocolate by Rufi & Connie of Rufi’s Cacao and moderated by Maria Hinojosa, Journalist, Anchor & Co- Executive Producer of Latino USA , Founder of Futuro Media, Pulitzer Prize Winner
- Bravo TV’s Top Chef, Chef Byron Gomez and Chef Manny Barella will be discussing their experience on the show and the importance representing Latinx culture on screen and beyond; moderated by Diana Maria Riva
- Building a Successful Brand featuring Bricia Lopez of I Love Micheladas/Guelaguetza, Natasha Sofia of Mijente Tequila/Sin Prisa Brand, Lynnette Marrero of Speek Rack/Delola
- Drinks curated byMaster Mixologist, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Lynnette Marrero for attendees to enjoy through the festivities.
