Milpa Cooking Class: Harvest Celebration | Free with RSVP

To conclude our series, we will come together to prepare and construct an edible altar, a beautiful space where we can express our gratitude for the harvest, embracing the customs that resonate within the maize-based cultures of Turtle Island. We will delve into culturally relevant harvesting practices, ensuring that we respect the traditions that accompany this important task. Emphasizing the seasonal shifts as we move into autumn, we will explore the techniques that allow us to honor the cycles of nature. This gathering will not only reinforce our connection to the land but also to each other, fostering a sense of community and appreciation. Special guest, Marlene Aguilar of Irekuarhikua.

Marlene Aguilar
A Xicana and of P’urhepecha descent, born and raised in Tongva territory (in what is now known as East Los Angeles, CA) with roots in the inter-mountain valley region of Michoacán, Mexico. As a community-based cocinera, she draws inspiration from her campesin@ family but has also been shaped by her work in different food equity programs, specifically CSAs (community supported agriculture). She is founder of the food project, IREKUARHIKUA, which aims to offer seasonally inspired affordable plant-based meals while highlighting the resilience of indigenous foods. Her project is currently offering a meal prep service like comida corrida from fondas or cocinas económicas found throughout Mexico.

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