It is a BIG weekend for all foodies
and fans of Haitian culture. In the spirit of Haitian Heritage Month, both
Miami-Dade and Broward Counties will be hosting pre-Haitian Flag Day
celebrations. The first of the two being held in Miami is called the Taste of
Haiti (TOH).
This is the fourth annual Taste of
Haiti. It is an event organized by the Haitian Culinary Alliance (HCA). It
will not only display the foods native to Haiti but modernized versions of
everyone's favorites crafted by many talented local chefs. Many of these local
chefs will also be there with their own exhibits to share their talents. Click here for a full list of exhibitors.
The TOH
will not only give you a sample of Haitian Cuisine, but its culture as a whole.
The event spans May 9-11 with different events tailored for those who work in
the culinary world, the general public and a special Mother's Day brunch. My
focus will be on May 10, the main event of the weekend. It will be a day
full of food and activities for everyone. There will be a kids’ corner so the ti moun are
welcome as well. Admission to the event is free but there will be food, drinks
and crafts for sale. The event will be held at the MOCA Plaza from 4pm-10pm.
The address is 770 NE 125th Street, Miami, FL 33161.
The folks in Broward County
need not fret about the trek nor feel left out. There will be a similar event
called Festival D'Haiti held on the same day, Saturday May 10, starting at
12pm. It will be held at the Miramar Branch Library and Educational Center,
located at 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar, FL 33025. Just as the Taste of Haiti,
Festival D'Haiti will have musical performances, arts and crafts, kid friendly
activities and of course FOOD. The featured chef at the event is the creator
and owner of Fusion Melange, Chef Ariette J. Desrivieres.
So this weekend, whether
you find yourself in Miami or in Miramar (or in both cities like yours truly)
there will be a way for you to enjoy yourself and experience a little bit of
what Haiti has to offer. Just remember to wear your Red and Blue and go with
an empty stomach, you'll need a healthy appetite!!!
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For more information visit:
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| Chef Ariette visiting The Morning Drive crew in the studio |
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| Chef Neima Belancourt and Chef Alain Lemaire from the HCA in the studio to promote The Taste of Haiti |
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