Learn to cook Haiti's national dish!
6:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Demonstration Kitchen (54 W Chicago Ave)
In English
$65 AF-Chicago & HAMOC Members · $80 Non-Members
Join Chef Ali for an intimate and engaging cooking workshop at the Alliance Française, in collaboration with the Haitian American Museum of Chicago.
Diri Kole Ak Pwa is a beloved Haitian dish of rice and peas, celebrated for its rich flavors and vibrant ingredients. This vegetarian delight features aromatic epis—Haitian seasoning blend—infusing the rice with a depth of flavor that embodies the essence of Haitian cuisine. Guests will learn to prepare this comforting dish while exploring the cultural significance and culinary techniques behind it.
Doors at 6:00 p.m. Please enter via 54 W Chicago St. A staff member will direct you to our Demonstration Kitchen for a complimentary welcome drink. A non-alcholic option will be available.
About Chef Ali
Owner and founder of Mafunzo International Fitness and Kitchen, Chef Ali hails from Morocco, where he cultivated a deep passion for wellness and healthy cooking. With years of culinary expertise, he inspires others to embrace nutritious lifestyles through delicious, wholesome meals. Committed to giving back to the community, Chef Ali actively leads workshops and programs that promote health and fitness. His aspiration is to empower individuals to achieve their wellness goals, creating a ripple effect of positive change in their lives and beyond.
About HAMOC
Founded in 2012, the Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) is the realization of its founder Elsie Hernandez’ dream of creating an institution that would hold programs and exhibits that contribute to Chicago’s rich multicultural tapestry. HAMOC’s mission is to promote and preserve Haitian art, culture, history, and community in Chicago and beyond.
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