Book Our Chefs

Bring immigrant stories to life through food.

Host a private dinner,
book a diversity workshop,
or take a cooking class.

Chef preparing traditional dough, showcasing immigrant culinary techniques at Cocina Libre.
Cocina Libre chef presenting an authentic cultural dish, celebrating immigrant heritage through food.

Private Dinner

Host an unforgettable evening with Cocina Libre. Our chefs bring authentic immigrant stories to life through exquisite dishes that celebrate cultural heritage. Perfect for intimate gatherings, team celebrations, or unique client events.

Diversity workshop at Cocina Libre, connecting communities through storytelling and cultural experiences.

Diversity (DEIB) Workshop

Transform your approach to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging with a 2-hour hands-on culinary experience. Led by immigrant experts, our workshops blend storytelling, interactive discussions, and the shared joy of food to create impactful connections and deeper understanding. We tailor our workshops to your organization’s needs.

Cooking class at Cocina Libre, teaching traditional culinary skills with fresh ingredients

Cooking Class

Roll up your sleeves and explore the world through food! Join our immigrant chefs in crafting authentic recipes, while learning the cultural stories that make each dish unique. Ideal for food lovers, families, and team-building activities.

Why Work with Cocina Libre?

Food as Connection

Food is a powerful medium for learning and connection. Our events combine food experiences with interactive learning to explore diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.

Interactive & Hands-On

Say goodbye to boring PowerPoints. Our sessions bring community members into the room, offering immersive, engaging discussions paired with hands-on food experiences.

Led by Immigrant Experts

Our facilitators, Dr. Julia Roncoroni and Dr. Delio Figueroa, are Latinx immigrants. They bring authentic perspectives shaped by personal experiences and academic expertise.

Real Stories, Real Impact

Hear authentic first-person narratives from immigrant community members. These stories foster personal connections and provide real-world context for learning.

BIPOC and Women-Led

As a BIPOC- and woman-owned business, we celebrate diversity and bring unique perspectives to DEIJ training, ensuring a truly inclusive experience.

Immersive and Transformative

Our events go beyond traditional training, offering a deeply engaging and impactful approach that connects participants with immigrant experiences.

Profits fund culinary training and licensing for immigrant chefs
to start their own food businesses.

Let’s Work Together

  • "Knowing that you have built a safe space for immigrant chefs to share their recipes and experiences with all of us is amazing!"

    -Workshop Participant

  • "I work with immigrants, so this was a great resource and connection piece for me."

    Workshop Participant

  • "I love hearing the perspective of journeys and how they relate to food!"

    Book Launch Participant

  • "Cocina has a great way to approach the topic from a different angle. Loved the documentary too and the QA at the end."

    Book Launch Participant

  • "I am an immigrant. What most called my attention was the opportunity to explain our culture to US-born people."

    Community Dinner Participant