Heirloom & Heritage
Cook Book Club

What is Heirloom & Heritage?

The Heirloom & Heritage Cook Book Club aims to foster a sense of community through shared meals, cultural exchange, culinary exploration, and the preservation of traditional techniques rooted in Black and Latin food traditions.

Core Values

  • HERITAGE

    Honoring cultural roots and traditions.

  • JOY

    Celebrating togetherness and the diversity of flavor.

  • CONNECTION

    Creating space for storytelling, music, and shared experiences.

  • EXPLORATION

    Learning new techniques, ingredients, and histories.

The Vibes

Cookbook Selection

Rotate between authors or cuisine types (Black Southern, Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Latinx, Mexican, Cuban, Brazilian, etc.)

Dish Creation

Each member selects a dish from the book to prepare and bring to the meeting.

Storytelling Circle

At each gathering, members share:

  • What dish was selected and page reference

  • Why is was selected

  • Any challenges, substitutions, or cultural memories it sparked

Book Chat

Discuss the cookbook's layout, recipes, narrative, author's voice, and regional focus

Swap & Suggestions

Exchange leftovers, share alternate recipe ideas, or vote on the next cookbook

Participation Requirements

This club is open to home cooks, food lovers, and community members of all skill levels—whether you’re just starting out or already confident in the kitchen.

All participants must bring a prepared dish from the selected cookbook to each gathering.

We especially welcome folks who are excited to share, engage, and connect with others—if you’re naturally outgoing or love group spaces, we’d love to have you!

Share dietary restrictions and allergies.

Members are asked to submit the dish they plan to bring ahead of each meeting, including any substitutions made for dietary or allergy-related reasons.

When preparing food for the group, we ask that you uphold a high standard of sanitation, quality, and care.

Whenever possible, participants are encouraged to support Black, Latin, women-owned, and local/small businesses when purchasing their cookbooks.

Want to join us?

Please fill out the interest form below!