Join us in the Downtown Market Banquet Room on Tuesday, May 14 at 5:00 pm for an evening of networking and knowledge sharing at Culinary Conversations: Demos with a Side of Dialogue Part II!
We'll be teaming up with the American Culinary Federation to feature three local chefs. Each chef will demo their signature dishes while sharing the stories behind their food and culinary journeys.
Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey in the food industry, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with industry professionals, expand your network, and gain valuable insights to help your business thrive. Don't miss out on this chance to learn, share, and mingle with fellow food and beverage entrepreneurs while building valuable connections in the West Michigan culinary scene.
Joining us for the evening will be:
Arica Muthmann, Chef/Owner of Yin & Yum
Yin & Yum is a pop up eatery specializing in Southeast Asian cuisine. Arica, the founder, established this venture to highlight her mother’s genuine homemade recipes.
Brian Bower, Chef/Owner of Zkede
Chef Brian Bower is an Anishinabee Chef, a descendent of the Ottawa and Pottawotmi of Michigan. Chef Brian graduated from Great Lakes Culinary Institute in Traverse City, MI. He has nearly a decade of experience in the culinary industry, many of those years working for high-end establishments before starting his own business.
Maria Santana, Creative Dining Services
Chef Maria Santana-Polanco immigrated to the United States from the Dominican Republic in 2004. She was raised in a family that loved cooking traditional food. Having graduated with a degree in Culinary Management from Grand Rapids Community College, this has allowed her to build on her Caribbean/ Latino style of cooking.
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The Culinary Conversations MeetUp group is a partnership between the Grand Rapids Downtown Market Education Foundation, GROW, MSU Extension, and Start Garden.