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presented in partnership with the loisaida center

Join us for La Cocina de Loisaida, a series of monthly hands-on cooking classes where we celebrate the rich cultural traditions of Puerto Rican cuisine. Longtime Lower East Side resident and local caterer Maria Bido shares the recipes and techniques passed down by her abuela, all based in authentic Puerto Rican flavors and ingredients from Essex Market. 

Each month we’ll explore a new batch of family favorites, including Maria’s flawless arroz con pollo, street food from a classic cuchifritos, and -- as the holidays near -- festive favorites like pasteles and tres leches.

Class dates details can be found below, plus links to register!

 
 

Attendees aged 5 and older who attend programs and events at Essex Market will be required to show proof that they have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, and people 12 and older must show proof of two doses (except for Johnson & Johnson recipients). Everyone is strongly encouraged to wear face coverings. More information about vaccination proof for indoor activities (Key to NYC) can be found here.

 

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ABOUT LOISAIDA, INC.


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The Loisaida Center aims to become an incubator for self-sustainable artisanal technology, and culinary arts entrepreneurial initiatives.

This series is presented in partnership with The Loisaida Center with the collective mission to preserve and pass down culinary heritage from the Lower East Side community. We invite all ages and abilities to join us for these unique, fun and celebratory cooking classes at Essex Market.