September 18, 2024

‘Culinary Traditions of the African Diaspora’ with Chana Brissett Shinegba and Saviour Shinegba to be Online Presentation on Tuesday, Sept. 24

‘Culinary Traditions of the African Diaspora’ with Chana Brissett Shinegba and Saviour Shinegba to be Online Presentation on Tuesday, Sept. 24

Silver Spring Town Center, Inc. will present its annual free Culinary Traditions of the African Diaspora virtual event hosted by husband and wife dynamic duo Chana Brissett Shinegba and Saviour Shinegba at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 24. They will be joined by a panel of community members representing the diverse African diaspora in Montgomery County.

The presenters are still looking for a few more panelists. If you grew up with family food traditions from the African Diaspora and would like to share the culinary traditions of your heritage, contact SSTCi Executive Director Lisa Martin at lisa@silverspringtowncenter.com.

To join the event, go to Meeting Registration - Zoom.

Chana Brissett Shinegba has dedicated more than 20 years to the hospitality industry and currently serves as director of client relations for one of the premier catering companies in the Washington area. Her strong networking and business development background has allowed her to excel in building and cultivating relationships with clients, consistently exceeding their expectations.

Chana's love for culinary art is deeply ingrained in her memories from her Southern grandmother's incomparable fried chicken and collard greens to her Afro-Caribbean grandfather's braised tongue with mustard, rice, and peas. Her mother's homemade peach cobbler, served fresh and hot from the oven, holds a special place in her heart as a decadent example of loving tradition.

Saviour Shinegba is a dynamic blend of technical expertise and creative flair embodying the seamless fusion of the analytical and the artistic. Saviour brings a unique perspective to every project, always striving to innovate and enhance user experiences. His professional journey has seen him lead projects that integrate user-centric approaches with effective change management practices, making significant strides in service delivery and business objectives.

Saviour is an avid gardener, finding peace and inspiration in nature. Gaming provides him a sanctuary where he can unwind, and his love for cooking, especially traditional Edo dishes, reflects his deep connection to his roots.