BBQ Without Borders is a benefit event that will celebrate immigrants through food, drink, music, dance, art and more!
"Food is a common language, it is something we can use to bridge the gap and reach across the aisle to find common ground. With this event we will provide a safe space to celebrate immigrants; a place to eat something delicious, see a spectacular performance, learn something new and walk away feeling inspired and uplifted" said Dr. Vibha Gupta, founder of No Immigrants No Spice and organizer of BBQ Without Borders.
Food:
Featuring Indonesian, Northern Iranian and Mexican barbecue from bay area chefs:
- Siska Silatonga Marcus (Chilicali)
- Hanif Sadr (Komaaj)
- Ofelia Barajas and Reyna Maldonado (La Guerreras Kitchen)
- Priti Narayan (Koolfi)- Indian inspired Ice Cream
Musical performances:
- Diana Gameros
- Rahill Jamalifard (of new york based Habibi)
- DJ Cherry Moon (of B side Brujas)
- DJ Ras K'dee
- Neel Agarwal
- Timbeko 2
Dance Performances:
- Gamelan Sekar Jaya
- Cal Bhangra team
- Meli Cruz, flamenco
- Ethnic street dancers
Art:
- An interactive art installation by Kate Spacek
- Portrait exhibit from "Immigrants are US"
Film:
- Comedy Central short films
- Premier of a short documentary on entrepreneur Ben Gonzales
- Screenings of "spice of the week"
Education
- A panel discussion facilitated by Real Food Real Stories
- Map the impact game, provided by New American Economy
- Ethnobotany exhibit by Holly Hong
- "nonprofit alley" - meet local activists doing THE work!
+ limited edition swag, a gavel auction, and surprise celebrity appearances!
ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TO : THE NATIONAL IMMIGRANT JUSTICE CENTER & PANGEA LEGAL SERVICES PROVIDING DIRECT LEGAL AID AND ADVOCACY FOR IMMIGRANTS!
BBQ Without Borders is a benefit event that will celebrate immigrants through food, drink, music, dance, art and more!
"Food is a common language, it is something we can use to bridge the gap and reach across the aisle to find common ground. With this event we will provide a safe space to celebrate immigrants; a place to eat something delicious, see a spectacular performance, learn something new and walk away feeling inspired and uplifted" said Dr. Vibha Gupta, founder of No Immigrants No Spice and organizer of BBQ Without Borders.
Food:
Featuring Indonesian, Northern Iranian and Mexican barbecue from bay area chefs:
- Siska Silatonga Marcus (Chilicali)
- Hanif Sadr (Komaaj)
- Ofelia Barajas and Reyna Maldonado (La Guerreras Kitchen)
- Priti Narayan (Koolfi)- Indian inspired Ice Cream
Musical performances:
- Diana Gameros
- Rahill Jamalifard (of new york based Habibi)
- DJ Cherry Moon (of B side Brujas)
- DJ Ras K'dee
- Neel Agarwal
- Timbeko 2
Dance Performances:
- Gamelan Sekar Jaya
- Cal Bhangra team
- Meli Cruz, flamenco
- Ethnic street dancers
Art:
- An interactive art installation by Kate Spacek
- Portrait exhibit from "Immigrants are US"
Film:
- Comedy Central short films
- Premier of a short documentary on entrepreneur Ben Gonzales
- Screenings of "spice of the week"
Education
- A panel discussion facilitated by Real Food Real Stories
- Map the impact game, provided by New American Economy
- Ethnobotany exhibit by Holly Hong
- "nonprofit alley" - meet local activists doing THE work!
+ limited edition swag, a gavel auction, and surprise celebrity appearances!
ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TO : THE NATIONAL IMMIGRANT JUSTICE CENTER & PANGEA LEGAL SERVICES PROVIDING DIRECT LEGAL AID AND ADVOCACY FOR IMMIGRANTS!
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