La Cocina is a San Francisco-based nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities by fostering independent businesses that help both their owners and patrons thrive, and they’re coming to Menton for a night of heartwarming stories and hearty food on Sunday, June 23rd. Chef Barbara Lynch has invited La Cocina’s executive director Caleb Zigas and two entrepreneurs, Guisell Osorio from Sabores del Sur and Dilsa Lugo of Los Cilantros to her restaurant for the release of their new book, La Cocina: Recipes in Pursuit of the American Dream. The book features more than 40 stories from the women who have attained economic freedom and helped fortify their communities through food, and you’ll hear some of them while you enjoy a four-course meal that will showcase recipes from the book. Tickets for this special occasion are $230 including food, drink, tax, gratuity, and a copy of La Cocina to take home with you. A portion of the proceeds will also be donated to the nonprofit; click here to reserve your seat.
LA COCINA x MENTON MENU
Reception
Albondigas
Isabel Caudillo, El Buen Comer
Sopes
Dilsa Lugo, Los Cilantros
Beef Patties
Shani Jones, Peaches Patties
Pepitas Callejeras
Maria Castillo, Botanas Felicitas
Spanish Chorizo
Menton
Garrotxa Cheese
Menton
First Course
Ensalada Doña Luz
Veronica Salazar, El Huarache Loco
Pupusas
Maria del Carmen Flores, Estrellita’s Snacks
Asparagus Salad
Menton
Branzino Crudo
Orange, Rhubarb, Mizuna
Menton
Second Course
Samak Mashwe Biforn
Lamees Dahbour, Mama Lames
Bi-Rite Market’s Steamed Manila Clams with Miso
Mariko Grady, Aedan Fermented Foods
Seared Scallops
Vidalia Onions, Spring Peas
Menton
Sheep’s Milk Ricotta Ravioli
Summer Truffle, Brown Butter, Hazelnuts
Menton
Entrée
Mole Verde con Puerco
Isabel Caudillo, El Buen Comer
Jerk Chicken
Shani Jones, Peaches Patties
Lamb Loin
Gnocchi alla Romana, Chickpeas, Baby Artichokes
Menton
Batata Nu Shaak
Heena Patel, Besharam
Cheese Grits
Stephanie Fields, Sugarfoot
Dessert
Coconut Cake
Menton
Pão de Mel
Cristina Arantes, Kika’s Treats
Alfajores
Guisell Harith Osorio, Sabores del Sur
