Food is not only a basic need, but it reaches all people at a variety of different levels. During Food from the Heart: Tastings and Stories, eight local residents will share foods that have special meaning in their lives and tell their story behind the food. The finale will be a “tasting table” featuring dishes chosen from old Cortez community-produced cookbook. All will gather to share food stories and enjoy one another’s company.
Social Hour 5:30–6 :00 PM — Music by Jay and Amanda Music — Cash Bar
Presenters:
- Diane Cherbak — CCC Board Member/UMMV Birding Festival Coordinator
- Sarah Benally and Cheryl Tsosie — Local residents
- Esmeralda Estrada — Esmeralda’s Ranchito
- Cassandra Freeman — Anatolian Farms
- Aaron Hammond — CCC Cultural Specialist
- Kyle Harris — Harris Bees
- Mike Hart — Chef and Member of Grace’s Kitchen Board
- Niwat Thempanee — Cortez Thai Restaurant
