Join us this National American Indian Heritage Month for an unforgettable culinary event with Choctaw Chef David Skinner as he brings the vibrant flavors of Indigenous America to life! Watch as Chef Skinner prepares a signature dish that reflects the diversity of Indigenous American cuisine. This event is part of our series celebrating global cuisine and Houston’s diverse culinary scene.

Why you should attend:

• Learn from an expert: Gain insights into indigenous cooking techniques and traditions directly from a renowned local chef.
• Celebrate diversity: Explore how Houston’s unique cultural tapestry is reflected through food and shared experiences.
• Connect and taste: Enjoy a live cooking demonstration and sample authentic flavors of Indigenous America.

Don’t miss this opportunity to savor a dish steeped in history and culture while connecting with food lovers in your community!

ABOUT THE CHEF: By the time Choctaw Chef David Skinner was 16 years of age, he had completed every recipe in Julia Child’s two volume Mastering the Art of French Cooking cookbook and set off to open a restaurant to put himself through college. His grandmother, a pastry chef, had taught him well. He then opened his second restaurant while studying at Oklahoma State University and made a splash with French infused California cuisine amongst a sea of beer and burger joints. David later used his R&D background and consulting skills working with major corporations around the globe finding every chance possible to travel and gather inspiration from molecular gastronomic pioneers like Albert and Ferran Adria. He applied his knowledge and love for cooking to his mastery of chemistry. Almost a decade ago, chef David opened eculent, a multi-sensory eating experience on the Texas Gulf Coast city of Kemah. After eating with chef Benchawan at her Street to Kitchen Thai eatery in Houston, he was inspired by her unapologetically authentic Thai food approach and is dedicated to discovering/re-discovering what his Native Choctaw food was like before the Europeans colonized the New World.