What is Dominican Cuisine with Chef Nelson German

Founded in 2020 as a media nonprofit, the mission of The Global Food and Drink Initiative (GFDI) to share, connect and preserve the history and culture of the African diaspora through food, drink and travel.GFDI currently publishes the world's first culinary magazine that showcases the African diaspora, Cuisine Noir Magazine initially launched in 2007 and rebranded and launched again in 2009.  It also began publishing its consumer blog, The Culinary Scoop focused on providing foodies with the latest in food, drink and travel news with its business blog, Behind the Business, following soon after.Upcoming events will engage a global audience looking for the food and drink best experiences, business growth opportunities and more.

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A special event featuring Dominican chef Nelson German of Oakland's alaMar Kitchen & Bar and Bravo's Top Chef season 18 contestant.

With 900 miles of coastline that boast the Caribbean Sea in the south and the Atlantic Ocean to the north, the Dominican Republic is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after destinations in the Caribbean. But besides the white sand beaches, tropical adventures and vibrant nightlife, one may ask, “How well do you know the cuisine?”<a href="https://globalforgood.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Global Food and Drink Initiative</a>, publisher of <a href="https://www.cuisinenoirmag.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Cuisine Noir Magazine</a>, invites you to a special event featuring one of the country’s top Dominican chefs. What Is Dominican Cuisine with Chef Nelson German, co-owner and executive chef of Oakland’s celebrated restaurant <a href="https://www.alamaroakland.com/the-chef" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">alaMar Kitchen &amp; Bar</a> and newest cocktail lounge Sobre Mesa, will put the conversation about Dominican cuisine on a national stage.Our special co-host for the evening is <a href="https://www.bizjournals.com/washington/news/2021/03/18/paola-velez.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Paola Velez</a>, co-founder of Bakers Against Racism and executive pastry chef at Maydan, La Bodega Bakery &amp; Compass Rose.A contestant on the upcoming season of <a href="https://video.search.yahoo.com/search/video?fr=mcafee&amp;ei=UTF-8&amp;p=top+chef+portland+video&amp;type=C211US105D20160424#id=1&amp;vid=3fa2c0c3ab962c783c8a62623a4e46cb&amp;action=click" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bravo’s “Top Chef Portland,</a>” Chef Nelson is a native of New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood, where he learned and embraced the rich culture and history of his Dominican roots from his mother.Cook along with Chef Nelson as he shares stories of his upbringing, his early culinary days that set the tone for his impressive career, his journey to becoming a restaurateur, and most importantly the Spanish, Taino, Middle-Eastern and African influences that make Dominican cuisine one to be experienced and enjoyed. In addition, be a part of the big reveal as Dr. Gina Paige, co-founder of <a href="https://africanancestry.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">African Ancestry</a>, will join us later in the event to disclose the results of Chef Nelson’s DNA for the first time live. Lastly, grab a glass of your favorite beverage, cocktail or Champagne because this lively discussion will be followed by a toast as we congratulate and cheer on Chef Nelson with hope and excitement as we watch to see if he is Bravo’s next Top Chef.Each $10 ticket includes access to the event. $5 from all ticket registrations will be donated to <a href="https://www.blackjoyparade.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Black Joy Parade.</a>COOK ALONG WITH CHEF NELSON! Bay Area residents can order a meal kit that includes all the ingredients you need to join Nelson’s live cooking demo. Bonus: the kit also includes a special cocktail inspired by Chef Nelson’s upbringing. The event’s featured dish and cocktail is available for delivery anywhere in the Bay Area for $85 (plus 20% which includes tax and delivery) for 2 people. Event registration is included. Orders must be placed by 3/31. TO ORDER, go to <a href="https://feastin.com/r/cuisinenoir" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://feastwithin.com/r/cuisinenoir</a>Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants and those purchasing meal kits on Tuesday, April 6 by 1 pm PST.

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