Gras Soiree.
In addition, CIS has participated in two non-profit events, the Signature Chef Auction for the March of Dimes of Waco last October, Healthy Choices for Waco Chapter of Jack and Jill, Inc. and Providence Healthcare, Kentucky Derby Fundraiser on May 6th! So as you can see, we have been busy!
I am so looking forward to summer! First stop, the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, DC. I will be showcasing African American culinary history and women chefs on our Le Pain De Vie website and our new Black Women Chefs Instagram. I can't wait to taste the delicious Ruby Scoops ice cream created by fellow Chef Rabia Kamar as well as the Sweet Home Cafe inside the NMAAHC.
Plus it's my birthday month so I can't wait to see what surprises my family has in store! (Hint, hint.)
I recently visited California for the first time, which was awesome by the way. I so enjoyed San Diego, I can't wait to go back. Upon arriving, I had an exciting road trip to visit my dear cousin Shirley and her family in Beaumont, CA. We visited the wonderful 123 Lavender Farm in Highland Springs, had a ladies day at the spa and celebrated Resurrection Sunday with church service and a great Easter meal in Riverside. I loved the majestic mountains, some of them still had a bit snow on top. The weather, the diverse culinary scene, the beautiful coastal sunsets. I put myself to sleep the other night just thinking about the view from my room. Au revoir Mon Ami, until next time!
Last but not least, I am back on track with the cookbook, special thanks to the Writing Barn in Austin, so more news to come about that in the June/July post!