In November, the Monterey Bay ACF and UC Merced’s Division of Equity, Justice and Inclusive Excellence hosted a Native American History Month event, “Indigenous Insights: Café Ohlone’s Culinary Journey.” The team from Café Ohlone, which is on the UC Berkeley campus, shared their poignant story and recipes which were prepared by Monterey Bay ACF members, inviting attendees to experience the deep cultural significance of Ohlone cuisine. The event was a beautiful tapestry of storytelling, tradition, and community as we honored the resilience and contributions of the Ohlone people, the original inhabitants of the San Franscisco Bay Area, while reflecting on the importance of preserving and revitalizing Indigenous cultures. It was an unforgettable evening that not only celebrated history but also served as a reminder of the ongoing journey to support and uplift Indigenous communities.
In the community
- IFPA Award Winners
- Silver Award in Outreach & Education
- Chef Mitch received the Staff Excellence Award in the area of Equity, Justice and Inclusive Excellence
- Executive Sous Chef, Jonathan Gutierrez Santiago named this year’s Colleges and Universities Winner for the 2024 Produce Excellence in Food Service Awards
- 2024 Chef Cook Off Winner for CASA Fresno-Madera Fundraiser
- UC Merced’s Chef Mitch Earns Top Honor from Peers
- Native American Event in Merced
- Strawberry Picker Screening
- UC Merced Visit
- Local Celebrity Chef Tene Shake at Whalefest
- Chef Bruce Staebler teach Bella Care staff some culinary skills
- Chef & Child Event with students from Palenke Arts
- Fundraising for Capitola
- Chef David Tu Documentary
- February’s ACF Community Outreach Grant Winner
- Olive Oil Tasting Class
- Meet the Farmer Event at UC Merced