Tale of Two Tastes IV

Tale of Two Tastes: Down Home Style and Plant Based Vegan

Immerse yourself in flavor and culture with a vibrant foodways experience showcasing the culinary talents of Chef Paulett Strand and Chef Michelle Wilson. Both accomplished alumni of The Academy of Culinary Arts at Atlantic Cape Community College, these chefs bring decades of expertise and passion to our fourth Tale of Two Taste event.

Chef Strand, celebrated for her mastery of international vegan cuisine, will prepare a creative plant-based menu, offering her unique take on classic dishes. Meanwhile, Chef Wilson, an award-winning storyteller and expert in traditional Soul Food, will share recipes crafted with Halal meats, combining authenticity with meaningful cultural narratives.

This one-of-a-kind tasting will feature dishes that mirror each other in form, like the opening sliders, and others that embrace the full-bodied flavors of cherished classics. In our traditional format, chefs will engage in a lively Food Talk to share insights into the history, artistry, and connections behind their creations.

Join us for a celebration of food, community, and culture!  LIMITED TICKETS!!!!!  Children under 10 are Free, but Registration required.

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Plant Based Vegan and Traditional Down-Home Style Halal

Kick Off Your Slides Sliders

African Jackfruit Slider

Chicken George Slider ( Halal Chicken)

Sister Sally’s Vegan Cole Slaw

Served on Rolls with a Grilled Pineapple Wedding Ring Garnish

Entrees

Spring String Beans with White Potatoes

Snappy Snazzy Herbed String Beans

Hickory Smoked Black Eyed Peas (will make you Snap your fingers) Vegan

“Hop n John” Black Eyed Peas n Rice

Meat or Meatless?

Gotcha Vegan Steak (with onions and peppers)

Hamburger Pie (Halal Beef)

Gotta Get That Rice!

Revolutionary Red Beans, Black Beans, and Green Peas With Rice

Paulis Perloo

Desserts

Geechee Gal Sweet Potato Drops Vegan Cookies

Sweet Potato Pie

Made possible in part by Burlington County Board of Commissioners and a Folk & Traditional Arts Project both grants from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.