Food is our art. Culture is our story.
Culture Generation 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization uses culinary arts, cultural markets, and storytelling to uplift underserved minority immigrant communities.
Welcome to Culture Generation
Culture Generation is a 501(c)(3) arts & culture nonprofit organization that collaborates with immigrant small food businesses to share culinary heritage through creative, community-centered experiences. Our programs transform immigrant food spaces into places of cultural learning, artistic expression, and storytelling — into bridges of belonging. The kitchen is our theater, the market is our gallery, and food is our culture.
A World of Flavors in Kent
A guide to immigrant restaurants and markets that celebrate culture, heritage, and community.
Press coverage
From our community to the nation, Culture Generation’s nonprofit work in preserving and sharing minority immigrant food traditions has earned national media recognition, inspiring stories that connect kitchens, cultures and communities to the nation.
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Guest Reviews
Wonderful! Christina’s knowledge and way of explaining was great! The meal! Plus the experience in the store.
- Brenda Fincher
The aromas were amazing and so wonderful. The people who spoke were so impressive. The history of the culture was very enlightening. The food at the restaurant was so exceptional!
- Shirley Martin
It was so wonderful to learn about the spices and culture. Everything! I cannot choose.
- Michelle McCormick
Loved the experience – both the information about the culture of the food; and then! – to experience it! The food with the cultural stories. I enjoyed the enthusiasm of the leader/facilitator/teacher Christina!
- David Rodes
The flavors for the food was incredible and the spice education was wonderful! I enjoyed hearing the different voices from the Nepali community, especially those who live in my own neighborhood.
- Heather Meier
A wonderful introduction to the food and culture of Nepal. We especially enjoyed the demonstrations – and the food of course! We enjoyed the learning experience and sharing with other people. We also like supporting small, independent businesses and the immigrant community.
- Michael and Susan Peskura
Very enjoyable. I learned a lot about the various spices and the benefit for health. As a life longer learner, I learned a great deal today.
- Valerie Anderson
Sharing of how culture and geography influence how we see and eat. Appreciate the friendship and fellowship. People, food, and knowledge.
- Grantley Martelly
I really enjoyed learning the health benefits of the spices. The stories about the Sherpa diet.
- Tara Farquhar
Truly enjoyed the cultural exposure of Nepal, learning about spices, then the epicurean experience. Everything! The people.
- Maureen Noonan