February 2026
Food for Thought presents: Finding Edna Lewis
Join us for a special evening of film, conversation, and community as we screen Finding Edna Lewis, followed by a conversation with filmmaker Deb Freeman. The evening will also include a networking reception featuring food inspired by Edna Lewis's cookbooks, honoring her enduring influence on American cooking, storytelling, and Black culinary history. Grateful for the support of UC Merced's Division of Equity, Justice, and Inclusive Excellence (EJIE) in helping make this program possible. Thursday, February 19 6:00–7:30 PM UC Merced | Crescent Arch Room Space is…
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March Board Meeting
Monthly meeting for Officers, Board Members & Committee Chairs. Please contact Estevan Jimenez, Chapter President, at chefej@ranchocieloyc.org if you would like to attend or to bring an item before the board. Click here for contact information.
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April Board Meeting
Monthly meeting for Officers, Board Members & Committee Chairs. Please contact Estevan Jimenez, Chapter President, at chefej@ranchocieloyc.org if you would like to attend or to bring an item before the board. Click here for contact information.
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Dine-Around at Patria on Main
The American Culinary Federation Monterey Bay Chapter invites members and guests to a special Dine-Around evening at Patria on Main on May 4th from 6:00–9:00 PM. Located in the heart of Oldtown Salinas, Patria on Main offers a vibrant and welcoming setting where seasonal ingredients and culinary creativity come together. Date & Time - Monday, May 4th from 6:00pm - 9:00pm Location - Patria on Main 228 Main Street, Salinas, Ca 93901 Menu - 5 Course Meal (See Menu Below)…
Find out more »UC Merced’s Food for Thought Speaker Series – Featuring acclaimed author & cultural historian Jeff Chang
SAVE THE DATE | MAY 7, 2026 6:00pm University of California, Merced As part of the Food for Thought Speaker Series and AAPI (Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander) Heritage Month, UC Merced is honored to welcome acclaimed author and cultural historian Jeff Chang @zentronix to UC Merced @ucmerced Jeff is the author of Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America, exploring the life, legacy, and cultural impact of Bruce Lee. A graduate of both University…
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