GEW - Nuestra Cultura: Empredimiento y Comida

Appetizing plate of hispanic food

During our celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week - Sacramento, powered by Western Health Advantage, join us to learn about these local, Hispanic entrepreneurs in the food industry. This event is in partnership with the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. The discussion will be in English.

The panel will include:

About Our Panelists:

Tony Gutierrez is the CEO/Founder of Arctic Fox Shaved Snow and Desserts in Rancho Cordova, CA. Tony GutierrezCo-founded with his wife, they wanted to offer an healthy alternative for desserts. Their intention was to create a family-friendly dessert shop that offered high quality products and service. Artic Fox offers shaved ice with freshly pureed fruit. They also offer freshly brewed teas, using a specially engineered tea-spresso machine that brews with high pressure at the perfect temperature. This results in a naturally sweet, rich tasting tea. They also feature other specialty desserts and fruit puree beverages. Tony graduated from Sac State with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering.

Fernando Ponce, owner and chef of Chido's Restaurant & Bar, started out as a late-night street vendor in the Midtown Farmers Market, which celebrates Sacramento's diverse street food culture. He was one of three 'Street Food Sacramento' grant recipients selected by the Midtown Association this year. His brick and mortar restaurant features Mexico City-style seafood. His cuisine is driving customers to his restaurant.

Silvia Rodriguez, owner and chef of Gondo Fusion which offers the best, healthy version of Cuban-inspired food, with a Bay Area touch: "Fresh from our culture to your table."

If you are interested in learning about additional events, workshops, and panel discussions check the full list of activities HERE.