Pull up to our rotating buffet from our families’ favorites! In celebration of Hispanic heritage month, Vanessa is taking us to Puerto Rico by way of her comida.
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Pernil: Puerto Rican roasted pork shoulder
Arroz con Guandules (V,Gf): Rice with pigeon peas
Fish Sancocho (Gf) / Vegan Sancocho (V,Gf): root crop soup
Yuca en escabeche (V,Gf): pickled cassava
Ensalada Verde (V,Gf): mixed green salad with passionfruit vinaigrette
Arroz con dulce (V,Gf): Rice pudding
Tamarindo: tamarind juice
Lemon balm tea ...and more...
MEET THE CHEF
Vanessa Rivera, a proud Puerto Rican and cancer survivor, holds a bachelor's degree in environmental science, providing her with a strong foundation in understanding the physical world and its natural healing properties. As a Reiki practitioner, she channels the healing energies of nature and believes in the spiritual power of food preparation, focusing on how food can support physical and emotional healing. Drawing on the rich traditions of Borikua culture, Vanessa is dedicated to fostering a spirit of community in Detroit. Her work centers on farm-to-table practices and food sovereignty, ensuring access to fresh, nourishing ingredients while building lasting connections within the community. She is the founder of Borikua Kitchen, a farm-to-table food business highlighting authentic Puerto Rican cuisine and culture.
Pull up to our rotating buffet from our families’ favorites! In celebration of Hispanic heritage month, Vanessa is taking us to Puerto Rico by way of her comida.
MENU
Pernil: Puerto Rican roasted pork shoulder
Arroz con Guandules (V,Gf): Rice with pigeon peas
Fish Sancocho (Gf) / Vegan Sancocho (V,Gf): root crop soup
Yuca en escabeche (V,Gf): pickled cassava
Ensalada Verde (V,Gf): mixed green salad with passionfruit vinaigrette
Arroz con dulce (V,Gf): Rice pudding
Tamarindo: tamarind juice
Lemon balm tea ...and more...
MEET THE CHEF
Vanessa Rivera, a proud Puerto Rican and cancer survivor, holds a bachelor's degree in environmental science, providing her with a strong foundation in understanding the physical world and its natural healing properties. As a Reiki practitioner, she channels the healing energies of nature and believes in the spiritual power of food preparation, focusing on how food can support physical and emotional healing. Drawing on the rich traditions of Borikua culture, Vanessa is dedicated to fostering a spirit of community in Detroit. Her work centers on farm-to-table practices and food sovereignty, ensuring access to fresh, nourishing ingredients while building lasting connections within the community. She is the founder of Borikua Kitchen, a farm-to-table food business highlighting authentic Puerto Rican cuisine and culture.