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The kitchen, where hearts open as recipes are shared, is the core of every home. In the diverse tapestry of New York City, family recipes are not just instructions for dishes; they are stories of heritage, memories from afar, and cultural identity. This is what Reimagining Us brings to life in our kitchen sessions.

Our intimate gatherings are more than cooking and talking; they are celebrations of the rich, diverse narratives that our guests, established New Yorkers from various backgrounds, bring to the table. Together, we discover the emotional depth behind each ingredient, the stories behind unique culinary adaptations, and the melting pot of cultures in every dish. These sessions are journeys into the heart of our heritage, unearthing emotions and memories tied to both the past and the present.

Do you have a recipe that tells a story, or know someone whose culinary heritage is a tale worth sharing? We invite you to join us in weaving this rich, inclusive tapestry of culinary stories. Your narrative is a vital ingredient in our mission to connect through the universal language of food.

 

“Tajarille e fagioli”

By Fabio Parasecoli (Fort Lee- NewJersey)

“Kasha varnishkes”

By Eleanor Heartney and Larry Lit (Jackson Heights, Queens - New York)

“Estofado de pollo”

By Erik Ramirez (Williamsburg, Brooklyn - New York)

“Papa a la huancaina”

By Esther and Benny Chueca (Lower East Side, Manhattan - New York)

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