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My name is Chef Riany Mena. I was raised in the Dominican Republic and moved to the United States at 19 years old and after more than a decade in professional kitchens I realize I knew more about the cuisines of other countries than I did about my own.
This channel documents my journey back to the Dominican Republic to discover the true story of Dominican gastronomy. Together we'll travel across the island, meet farmers, fishermen, home cooks, artisans, historians, and chefs, and explore the ingredients, traditions, and cultures that have shaped Dominican food for generations.
This isn't a search for the fanciest restaurants or the latest food trends. It's a search for identity, heritage, and the stories hidden behind every meal.
If you love food, culture, travel, and authentic human stories, subscribe and join me as I rediscover my roots—one dish, one town, and one conversation at a time.