Victoria, BC is a predominantly white city. There is nothing wrong with that (duh), but I really appreciate diversity of all kinds, not just racial or cultural. With increased cultural diversity comes the need for cultural awareness. I can't count the number of times I have been asked "Do you speak Nigerian?" I then usually have to explain how Nigeria has over 150 languages, and there is no such language as Nigerian. I do not mine doing this (usually), but when you know better you do better.
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| Our 2nd edition at The Well on Fort Street |
That's what we hope to achieve with La Calabasse du Nomade. The calabash of the nomad uses food as a tool to promote intercultural understanding. We chose this name because it represents a food journey through Africa & the Caribbean, just like nomads explored Africa using a calabash as a dish, cup and musical instrument. New food experiences results in more conversations about whatever you're eating of course, and about culture. Questions like "why is thiakry so popular in Senegal", or "why do West Africans eat fufu with their hands?" There are a million and one questions that you can ask to find out more about a culture just by eating something new.
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| We also have musical performances to keep guests entertained! |
We`ve got bigger events in the pipelines. I`ll keep you posted, but here are some photos of past events. We have a ton in our database but I`ll be discreet and not post some due to privacy issues, etc.
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| L-R: Bernice, Pulcherie, Michelle |
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| Pulcherie & I at our new venue |
