Selling Colombian Food Out Of A Bedroom Window In Brooklyn

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  • Опубліковано 5 жов 2020
  • Through her project La TropiKitchen, Stephanie Bonnin makes handcrafted Colombian food and sells it from her apartment in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Before COVID-19, Stephanie hosted pop-ups and dinner parties, but since the start of the pandemic, she's sold her arepas, enyucados, bollos, pasteles, and more directly from her bedroom window. Stephanie travels throughout Colombia to learn from local women about her country's varying culinary histories, from the Andes to the Amazon to major cities, then she takes this knowledge back to New York.
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  • @heru-deshet359
    @heru-deshet359 3 роки тому +954

    When I was a kid in Brooklyn there was a Puerto Rican lady who who sold homemade meals out of her apartment. No one said anything to the authorities about it. Everyone from the neighborhood (which was mostly Italian) loved her cooking. When I left New York she was still doing it. That was forty years ago.

    • @deneshiaash876
      @deneshiaash876 3 роки тому +38

      A lot of black families do this too

    • @nevaehsandoval6555
      @nevaehsandoval6555 3 роки тому +16

      @@deneshiaash876 My friend does it too and she’s only 18. She’s a hustler

    • @scout1710
      @scout1710 3 роки тому +11

      @Buferin El mejor why?

    • @rvasquez7112
      @rvasquez7112 3 роки тому +25

      @Buferin El mejor why the hate ?she is not selling drugs or hurting ppl .if you don’t like it then don’t buy very simple 👍

    • @rochellejones4865
      @rochellejones4865 3 роки тому +4

      @Buferin El mejor lmbooo you so silly you wanted to keep it all to yourself you funny as shit

  • @eunhyuekpark6159
    @eunhyuekpark6159 3 роки тому +2987

    This girl is a hustler and she's grinding to the top of her game. Good on her and wish her a most successful future in the industry.

    • @newera7641
      @newera7641 3 роки тому +11

      I have a lil crush on her

    • @Mariekr49
      @Mariekr49 3 роки тому +7

      Shes also an animal abuser with no good license

    • @ddl7821
      @ddl7821 3 роки тому +4

      @@Mariekr49 lol how?

    • @Mariekr49
      @Mariekr49 3 роки тому +2

      Reporting her to health bureau

    • @Mariekr49
      @Mariekr49 3 роки тому +4

      Shes seen holding a chicken by its neck aive

  • @MahoganyOracleMessages
    @MahoganyOracleMessages 3 роки тому +72

    RIP to Abuelita. Our grandmother’s prayers still cover us🙏🏾 we are a manifestation of our elders prayers, and Stephanie embodies this 100% Beautiful✨

    • @remingtonpenaranda7762
      @remingtonpenaranda7762 4 місяці тому

      Me too. My dad is from Barranquilla. After my abuelita passed my family hasn't been the same. ❤

  • @em0tropical
    @em0tropical 3 роки тому +629

    Just FYI, she's a rockstar here in Colombia.

    • @its_kalah_not_kayla
      @its_kalah_not_kayla 3 роки тому +12

      That's awesome!!! She's super fierce!!!

    • @Snarf_Le_Wombat
      @Snarf_Le_Wombat 3 роки тому +5

      Doubt

    • @Snarf_Le_Wombat
      @Snarf_Le_Wombat 3 роки тому +12

      Selling food illegally and VICE acts like it's special

    • @chepito15
      @chepito15 3 роки тому +20

      @@Snarf_Le_Wombat Is subsistence and she does it with love, You dont know that...

    • @waNErBOY
      @waNErBOY 3 роки тому +4

      donde? jamas habia oido de ella hasta ahora, y llevo trabajando de chef 15 años.

  • @kandiekattt
    @kandiekattt 3 роки тому +817

    Hearing abuelita has passed from COVID was so sad, I started crying... may she Rest In Peace knowing she brought tons of people joy from her cooking ❤️

  • @rockerhoney22
    @rockerhoney22 3 роки тому +2965

    For everyone thinking that this video is going to get her evicted or shut down, FALSE. Stephanie moved last month to Europe to attend another renowned culinary school to further hone her skills.
    What she's doing is typical in Colombia, many of our citizens make and sell food from home. I'm not saying that one way is right or wrong, I'm just pointing out that she's making Colombian food accessible in a culturally competent way. The people complaining are the same ones who would spend $5k on a trip to India but only eat at their hotel's buffet because the street food is "dirty". We all have different acceptable levels of risk and as a Colombian who has bought food from Stephanie before, I don't regret any of those tamales one bit!

    • @Lizabeth90
      @Lizabeth90 3 роки тому +137

      Further proof that she’s doing for the love of food and to build her skills. That’s probably why she did this video. Also she’s barely even cooking in her kitchen. Looks like she’s doing it mostly at the community kitchen and just reheating and prepping at her house. No different than picking up home made from from your parents house.

    • @marcogau2086
      @marcogau2086 3 роки тому +24

      Cierto. Y queremos segunda parte Vice.

    • @davidbrent2360
      @davidbrent2360 3 роки тому +23

      I don't think anyone's thinking that

    • @spicysrirachamilkshake8167
      @spicysrirachamilkshake8167 3 роки тому +31

      So she did get shut down lol

    • @rc6647
      @rc6647 3 роки тому +134

      They obviously never been behind the scenes of some restaurants.
      They wouldn't eat out again
      Her place might be way better in terms of hygiene

  • @jessicar.714
    @jessicar.714 3 роки тому +254

    She's my type of people!!! I love her fierceness, fearlessness, dexterity, authenticity, passion, drive!

    • @FunnyDougy
      @FunnyDougy 3 роки тому +1

      Columbian ladies are wild af.

    • @bradenrodriguez5183
      @bradenrodriguez5183 2 роки тому +3

      So many beautiful, talented, smart, creative women in this video that showed her the way too. She's something special for sure.

  • @PositiveContinentNews
    @PositiveContinentNews 3 роки тому +975

    Her food is healing, I can tell. This is legit making me want to start my business.

    • @Knightcommander69
      @Knightcommander69 3 роки тому +21

      Do it!

    • @naalijy4830
      @naalijy4830 3 роки тому +16

      Do it if you’re located in Seattle I’m definitely buying.

    • @TheUncommonBeauty
      @TheUncommonBeauty 3 роки тому +6

      Do it, sis!

    • @bigah268
      @bigah268 3 роки тому +4

      Do it

    • @the_shadow_healer
      @the_shadow_healer 3 роки тому +13

      Start it and buy your fresh farmed grown veggies from me, an upstart market garden farm. DMV area

  • @lenr7068
    @lenr7068 3 роки тому +1203

    She is the reason NYC will survive and thrive. She is part of the real New York City. Bless her. I wish I can eat her food, medicine for the heart and mind.

    • @Chris-eo1bp
      @Chris-eo1bp 3 роки тому +9

      not if all the rich people leave

    • @lenr7068
      @lenr7068 3 роки тому +4

      @@Chris-eo1bp Well, that guy Jerry better put his money where his mouth is....and his friends

    • @Sherry-nr8hm
      @Sherry-nr8hm 3 роки тому

      hell yea!!

    • @Thebrothaisback
      @Thebrothaisback 3 роки тому +3

      She is from another country doing ghetto things, and Brooklyn is not the real NYC either, only Manhattan is.

    • @lenr7068
      @lenr7068 3 роки тому +25

      @@Thebrothaisback Okay...

  • @jomurico89
    @jomurico89 3 роки тому +1705

    Beautiful! this could be a 40 min documentary with more about her research in Colombia. Descanse en paz abuela Aurelia.

    • @patsempervirens
      @patsempervirens 3 роки тому +21

      Munchies should give her a whole series!

    • @andrewweaver2517
      @andrewweaver2517 3 роки тому +11

      Totally, 13 mins was not enough. Yo, mama del Columbia! I love to dance, eat and I'm not trying to get hitched. Let's do this. Call me lmao

    • @djkluee
      @djkluee 3 роки тому

      True

    • @KissingChaos101
      @KissingChaos101 3 роки тому

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @veronicaarechiga964
      @veronicaarechiga964 3 роки тому

      Amén ❤️🙏🏻

  • @blitzbuffet8414
    @blitzbuffet8414 3 роки тому +372

    If Stephanie called me Papi Chulo, you know I’m coming back everyday for Lunch!

  • @soeifong
    @soeifong 3 роки тому +207

    She's a hardworking woman. I admire and respect her fearless character and wish her a bright and happy future. May her grandma rest in peace.

  • @micaylabirondo836
    @micaylabirondo836 3 роки тому +295

    I dunno why, but this woman Stephanie Bonnin is restoring my faith in the world today. There's lots of news about horrible people doing horrible things today. But there's this video of a woman doing a lot, working hard, cooking beautiful food, and for the right reasons. Thank you.

  • @thejuice3416
    @thejuice3416 3 роки тому +481

    This woman is amazing and I love her personality . She 100% deserves her own show

  • @freespiritdamsel
    @freespiritdamsel 3 роки тому +10

    For some reason, this woman who sells food from her bedroom, the food came out looking like it is from a high end restaurant. Not just looking delicious but plated beautifully. Wow!

  • @arlenetheresad8293
    @arlenetheresad8293 3 роки тому +197

    This was SO inspiring she’s a true boss! I’m Congolese and unfortunately a lot of slaves were taken from our coast to South America and the Caribbean islands. We still cook a LOT of different dishes in leaves so that really resonated with me. ❤️

    • @shierocshieroc3735
      @shierocshieroc3735 2 роки тому +1

      Agreed smart strong woman with business savvy.

    • @adanzavala4801
      @adanzavala4801 2 роки тому

      And guess what? Try the whole "You owe us reparations for slavery" and you'll see what kind of reparations you will get down there hahaha

    • @kfelix2934
      @kfelix2934 Рік тому

      Most of Africa "traditional cooking " is done in leaves. We cut off a banana stem and place the leaves over a hot fire ( too soften them ) and the leaves is now a vessel for cooking pastel in. The same thing in Mexicano culture with tamales .

    • @Angela-ot7es
      @Angela-ot7es 5 місяців тому

      Lots of food traditions around the world are rooted in Africa...

  • @expatbiker6598
    @expatbiker6598 3 роки тому +111

    This could be a Netflix special. Easily. Love it.

  • @williambutler1955
    @williambutler1955 3 роки тому +1417

    This is who we the people need feeding us not McDonald’s or bk.

    • @Moss_piglets
      @Moss_piglets 3 роки тому +11

      Meh people like their crappy food 🤷🏻‍♀️

    • @soeifong
      @soeifong 3 роки тому +5

      I totally agree with you

    • @funance9374
      @funance9374 3 роки тому +9

      Lol! We would all be tiny if we ate food this earthly and natural.

    • @SPIIIVA
      @SPIIIVA 3 роки тому +2

      Amen!

    • @Mike-sp9sk
      @Mike-sp9sk 3 роки тому +2

      Mm but matdonalds so good

  • @AkiyahJibade
    @AkiyahJibade 3 роки тому +65

    I’m not even Colombian and this almost brought me to tears by how passionate she is, you can tell. I also love to cook so you just know when someone just wants to make someone happy with food.

  • @keithbraham6438
    @keithbraham6438 3 роки тому +392

    Her presentation is 5 star. I got hungry watching her food

    • @krossvales7584
      @krossvales7584 3 роки тому

      I prefer mac Donald's

    • @Donlightyear
      @Donlightyear 3 роки тому

      Thats 100 but her food doesnt look that good but her prestation is everthing

    • @user-zf5ks7bw5k
      @user-zf5ks7bw5k 3 роки тому +4

      @@Donlightyearso basically her food looks good💀

    • @gasparma2316
      @gasparma2316 3 роки тому

      I agree that food sure don’t look like homemade it’s like a restaurant

    • @gasparma2316
      @gasparma2316 3 роки тому +1

      Where is she located? I hope to visit NYC ans visit her location she sure is an empowering female

  • @chrisdooley6468
    @chrisdooley6468 3 роки тому +156

    Seriously I learned so much about Colombia in these 13 minutes. She should have her own documentary to educate people.

  • @roxannesmith2308
    @roxannesmith2308 3 роки тому +808

    Rip to the beautiful lady who's food is still bringing joy to the world.

    • @xaviervanegas8
      @xaviervanegas8 3 роки тому +28

      Yeah that broke my heart hearing that. RIP señora.

    • @PITPOTSMEY
      @PITPOTSMEY 3 роки тому +2

      What? Who died?

    • @roxannesmith2308
      @roxannesmith2308 3 роки тому +67

      @@PITPOTSMEY the older lady who was teaching her the recipes and how to cook the food the authentic Columbian way. I think they say She passed of covid.

    • @roxannesmith2308
      @roxannesmith2308 3 роки тому +3

      @Stephanie Barresi I know she was so selfless.

    • @barakieldraco7513
      @barakieldraco7513 3 роки тому +3

      The way the cook laid on her was inspiring on how love and connection is the highest form of humility and respect for your friends and family.
      God bless her soul.

  • @ExceptionalLex
    @ExceptionalLex 3 роки тому +105

    She's living her best life and that is so admirable

  • @crystalbrame7886
    @crystalbrame7886 3 роки тому +120

    R I P To The Elder Lady 🙏🏽🕊🙏🏽🕊🕊

  • @linalafon1614
    @linalafon1614 3 роки тому +271

    I respect this woman. This is how I feel about real traditional Haitian food.

    • @linalafon1614
      @linalafon1614 3 роки тому +1

      @Welcome's House Ma'am I agree

    • @FaithandNova
      @FaithandNova 3 роки тому +5

      I'm Haitian American and now learning to cook authentic Haitian food.. Delicious but takes along time lol

    • @linalafon1614
      @linalafon1614 3 роки тому

      @@FaithandNova Are you both your parents Haitian?

    • @lindabenoit7903
      @lindabenoit7903 3 роки тому

      @@FaithandNova rightt?!? haitian food is soo delicious but the preparation is so long l

    • @tiacruise19
      @tiacruise19 3 роки тому +1

      Love haitian food

  • @edisoncummings2970
    @edisoncummings2970 3 роки тому +239

    Met her while interning a while back. So driven, so kind, and she let me borrow her cooking books :-)

    • @camillealves6400
      @camillealves6400 3 роки тому +9

      @Sarah Wilson she pays her taxes just like you. she contributes to her community. what exactly did she do?

    • @finn4435
      @finn4435 3 роки тому +6

      Look at her recent comment, she just hates Colombians, it seems. Qué triste jaja

    • @saywhat762
      @saywhat762 3 роки тому +13

      @Sarah Wilson What an unnecessary comment from a racist, small-minded individual. Check your privilege Karen.

    • @esmeortega2081
      @esmeortega2081 3 роки тому +10

      @Sarah Wilson youre the type of person to call the police on a child for selling water bottles just to go to Disney

    • @fernandasa2158
      @fernandasa2158 3 роки тому +7

      Karen Wilson is gone 😂😂😂😂

  • @Alokiarpiro
    @Alokiarpiro 3 роки тому +86

    Colombia is such a rich country in every single level , and I am so happy to see Colombian gastronomy being exposed beside bandeja paisa and ajiaco . Our indigenous roots are so wise and beautiful

  • @alexandreaknight9270
    @alexandreaknight9270 3 роки тому +108

    "You name it, we have it, and if I dont I'll figure it out!"

  • @nataliem.3879
    @nataliem.3879 3 роки тому +314

    Any woman who does old school cooking and takes it this serious down to the spices , the process, and ingredients u know the food gonna be delicious!! That tamale is huge and looks super tasty! Keep doing ur thing girl I wish her nothing but success!

    • @jane29jeng
      @jane29jeng 3 роки тому +1

      This reminds me of a book called Like Water For Chocolate by Laura Esquivel. Hispanic culture is so vibrant, colorful, passionate, even aromatic if i dare say so myself. This woman can perfectly fit in that book.

    • @aus-li
      @aus-li 3 роки тому +1

      jane29jeng I seen the movie, lol.

    • @camiloandres87
      @camiloandres87 3 роки тому

      Where in the hell that E in "tamale" came from? TAMAL TAMAL TAMAL TAMAL

    • @davidortiz3094
      @davidortiz3094 3 роки тому

      Dated a woman from Colombia. One of the best cooks I've ever met. To the point we compete with dishes lol A lot of women nowadays don't even know how to cook. All they know how to do is look cute for Instagram & spend money smh

  • @yurybellmckenna6240
    @yurybellmckenna6240 3 роки тому +156

    I have to say this chef is a very accomplished woman. She takes care of herself and her dreams. I believe the lesson to learn here is you can do anything you set your mind into.

    • @8thhousealchemist600
      @8thhousealchemist600 3 роки тому +5

      People can do anything they set their minds to is a true statement, however ppl set their minds to the wrong things and wonder why it's not fulfilling. I feel its more about aligning with your true self, being authentic and following your heart. I can set mind to doing my Taxes yet it doesn't make me get out the bed in the morning.

  • @anamariaescobar4470
    @anamariaescobar4470 3 роки тому +26

    Que orgullo ver la berraquera de la mujer Colombiana, más aún saliendo del elemento de lo que se considera "típico" en el exterior. LA AMÉ. Muchas bendiciones

  • @ricardoruiz4413
    @ricardoruiz4413 3 роки тому +10

    I’m from Texas I’m Mexican American and I believe that no one should forget or be embarrassed by there culture I’m glad that you love your culture I also love mines. Let’s pray that this pandemic ends so me and my wife can go to Brooklyn and try your Colombian foods.

  • @jonc7371
    @jonc7371 3 роки тому +627

    man that whole segment with her grandma and then learning she died of covid was sad as hell

    • @favelado3408
      @favelado3408 3 роки тому +10

      she didn't say that was her grandmother. it most likely wasn't

    • @GlassOfWater87
      @GlassOfWater87 3 роки тому +51

      @Serena Rios Are you thinking what I'm thinking? Because I don't wanna be that guy x) Seeing how grandma was living rather secluded and Stephanie being from NY ya know...

    • @boogbear17
      @boogbear17 3 роки тому +13

      @@favelado3408 literal dijo abuela en el video lol

    • @favelado3408
      @favelado3408 3 роки тому +6

      @@boogbear17 eso no quiere decir que fuera su abuela, alguna gente les dice abuelos a todos los viejos

    • @potatoknishes5860
      @potatoknishes5860 3 роки тому +5

      That's not her grandma, and yes she probably gave the grandma covid but who cares when she is giving knowledge$$ and then she moves to Europe 😂
      Also for the record 96% of that food is Native to the Americas...not sure wtf she's talking about

  • @RICKAFOUR
    @RICKAFOUR 3 роки тому +461

    I can't wait to see her on Chef's Table. QUE VIVAN LOS LATINOS!!!

    • @NatalineJ
      @NatalineJ 3 роки тому +4

      CHEF’S TABLE IS AMAZING!!!!! I’ve watched all the episodes twice.

    • @stephanie7475
      @stephanie7475 3 роки тому +1

      I love that show

    • @mayrar2321
      @mayrar2321 3 роки тому +1

      Omggggg is she going to be on chefs table 👀 ?

    • @RICKAFOUR
      @RICKAFOUR 3 роки тому +2

      @@mayrar2321 No, but I see a potential future season highlighting wonderful chefs who cook from home and cook as good as her. @netflix #chefstable

    • @Lemon-rk9hq
      @Lemon-rk9hq 3 роки тому

      We have the best food in my opinion

  • @helpinghandsolutions8665
    @helpinghandsolutions8665 3 роки тому +15

    Something about this is different! Passion, Love, and Joy meets Food in community.

  • @MLLKLKLKLK
    @MLLKLKLKLK 3 роки тому +8

    Que orgullo de mujer, representas todo lo bonito de la costa y Colombia, buena actitud, echada pa'lante, guerrera y pilosa. Un gran abrazo y muchas bendiciones.

  • @stellablue1271
    @stellablue1271 3 роки тому +623

    This was so fulfilling to watch. As a Brooklynite, I’m proud. As a Caribbean-American I am proud. As a woman I am proud.

    • @stellablue1271
      @stellablue1271 3 роки тому

      @cinema tv that too. There’s a ton about her and she’s doing to be proud of

    • @little_purplemelo
      @little_purplemelo 3 роки тому +3

      Yes this is something to be proud of the culture and the food looks amazing

    • @martharobles7964
      @martharobles7964 3 роки тому +1

      Cual es la direccion para ir?

    • @stellablue1271
      @stellablue1271 3 роки тому +1

      @Noor Hussain girl stop, I bet you super cute too! go off queen

    • @fajaman6204
      @fajaman6204 3 роки тому

      for me as a person eating potato chips while watching this I'm also proud

  • @VallanaTrue
    @VallanaTrue 3 роки тому +135

    Steaming rice in banana leaves on the grill is master level. Everything looks so vibrant and tasty. Wow!

    • @minima7947
      @minima7947 3 роки тому

      Pretty common in southeast Asia specifically Malaysia and Indonesia

  • @feelslikewater
    @feelslikewater 3 роки тому +25

    This makes me so proud to be Colombian!!

  • @mrssirens
    @mrssirens 3 роки тому +22

    Such an uplifting video, this woman knows her food, every bit of her heart goes into her business. I've never had columbian food before but it looks so GOOD!

  • @CynicallyObnoxious
    @CynicallyObnoxious 3 роки тому +385

    When she said her grandma passed from Covid that hithard

    • @lotsofrealmagictymegamin2751
      @lotsofrealmagictymegamin2751 3 роки тому +2

      Classic sob story

    • @suneelkumar5932
      @suneelkumar5932 3 роки тому +26

      COVID traveled from newyork to poor grandma house ...

    • @JP-il2gj
      @JP-il2gj 3 роки тому +9

      @@suneelkumar5932 So you think there is no Covid already in Colombia?

    • @MARCERA
      @MARCERA 3 роки тому

      too hard

    • @blazingblasian4257
      @blazingblasian4257 3 роки тому +3

      Covid ain't real man, my uncle died of a heart problem and they wrote it off as covid. It's just a hugs bad flu going around and the government is using fear to control. The government tells us 'not to worry and thats it's under control'

  • @mundanethings208
    @mundanethings208 3 роки тому +76

    I aspire to be a women like her. Genuine, smart, strong-willed, talented, educated, the list goes on!

    • @Rabbittomaru
      @Rabbittomaru 3 роки тому +2

      *GO REACH YOUR DREAMS!* 😊

  • @cheryldemarco889
    @cheryldemarco889 3 роки тому +18

    My son started his cooking out of my kitchen. He now owns a 15 million dollar Company. This is wonderful for you. Keep chasing your dream. Your an Inspiration. ♥️

    • @cheryldemarco889
      @cheryldemarco889 3 роки тому +1

      @Veer Mistry My son is the owner of Eat Clean Bro.

    • @FlexHH23
      @FlexHH23 3 роки тому

      LOL

    • @FlexHH23
      @FlexHH23 3 роки тому

      just another way exploitation.. all those food deliverys pay people a low income and get rich themself.. 15 mio dollar company haha

    • @Azuramoon66
      @Azuramoon66 3 роки тому +1

      @@cheryldemarco889 Then why did I read an article saying that the owner of eat clean bro started in "a friend's kitchen" 🤔

    • @foodstampz
      @foodstampz 3 роки тому

      @@Azuramoon66 he lived with his mom the early years..so he did technically start cooking there.

  • @sennayonika7399
    @sennayonika7399 3 роки тому +2

    The passion and emotion that i saw today, she has found her purpose.. and nothing can beat it

  • @chuckmarsh5765
    @chuckmarsh5765 3 роки тому +82

    I can honestly say, without any doubt, that was the best video Munchies has put out in years.

  • @queenslimclermont
    @queenslimclermont 3 роки тому +92

    She is the true definition of You can make a living and survive anywhere. We all Gotta start from somewhere! She’s amazing 🥰🌈✊🏿❤️😘💯😭✨

  • @galliano100
    @galliano100 3 роки тому +40

    I love this! She deserves her own restaurant. I’m saving this for the next time I’m in NY!

    • @Dragonfly_888
      @Dragonfly_888 3 роки тому +1

      She’s in Europe now. Save the restaurant name and see if she’s back before your trip

  • @myswagobsession
    @myswagobsession 3 роки тому +4

    Wow hats off to her! It so hard being a creative person whether that be with food or some other art and being passionate about it then pursuing that creative thing full time. Yes you can be fulfilled abs make lots of money as a doctor or lawyer but not everyone wants that. It takes a lot of guts, hard work and talent to go after a career that’s not certain. She’s an inspiration! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @metalmuumuu4181
    @metalmuumuu4181 3 роки тому +126

    She is a badass - amazing. This shows how immigrants add to the fabric of American society.

    • @john2605
      @john2605 3 роки тому +6

      By undercutting legitimate businesses and devaluing labor? This happens alot in the construction and landscaping industries as well. Companies without licences or insurance driving down the cost of services meanwhile legitimate businesses and employees who follow the rules are the ones who suffer.

    • @aleemck8818
      @aleemck8818 3 роки тому +6

      @@john2605 she has a legitimate business

    • @metalmuumuu4181
      @metalmuumuu4181 3 роки тому +3

      @Absolute Justice There is no reason to make a comment like this.

  • @aseyediaba4479
    @aseyediaba4479 3 роки тому +49

    I was there last September and the food is very very similar to what we have in Ghana 🇬🇭. The way the elderly lady processes the cassava is the same way it’s done in Ghana 🇬🇭. It truly felt like home as everything felt so so familiar

    • @benjaminroman916
      @benjaminroman916 3 роки тому +7

      Glad to know from an African how their food flavors and techniques can still be found in the Latin American cuisine. I'm from Puerto Rico and many of what she cooked look similar to some of our plates as well.

    • @saulbravo3485
      @saulbravo3485 3 роки тому +9

      Colombian cuisine is a mixture of many different cultures including west african. You're not that far off Aseye.

    • @rachela.5981
      @rachela.5981 3 роки тому +5

      Ahhh that’s why I love it so much! I’m Ghanaian as well and I had Colombian food, I feel in love and even told my friend that their food reminds me of Ghanaian cuisine a little

    • @brandoncespedes9421
      @brandoncespedes9421 3 роки тому

      It reminds me of Home! 🇵🇷

    • @rosealcidobeauty2133
      @rosealcidobeauty2133 3 роки тому +2

      From the Philippines, our old folks cook the same way and processes the root crops the same way. People all over the world, we are one.

  • @laylameanea6251
    @laylameanea6251 3 роки тому +34

    I can’t help but cry watching this...people who know and are connected with there culture are truly blessed. Being a young black women in America who know nothing of my culture or where I even came from makes me feel like a huge part of me is missing or gone 😞

  • @santimo3461
    @santimo3461 3 роки тому +13

    Me siento orgulloso de ser colombiano, con la certeza de que siempre habrán personas con la voluntad de poner en alto nuestro país. Stephanie es un ejemplo de la calidez humana y riqueza tanto cultural como gastronómica que nos caracteriza. Desearle siempre éxitos y bendiciones. Un saludo y un abrazo para todos los colombianos.

  • @ianburgess9141
    @ianburgess9141 3 роки тому +39

    RIP ABUELITA😭💔keep spreading Latino love around the world respects from Panamá

  • @sofiaa.319
    @sofiaa.319 3 роки тому +141

    Such a passionate and hardworking woman. Colombian culture is so diverse and beautiful, Colombians are of many races but they unite as one, and they're so proud of their culture. Loved this episode.

    • @aus-li
      @aus-li 3 роки тому +2

      Yep, a ton of countries are the same :)

    • @gabrielapardo2360
      @gabrielapardo2360 3 роки тому +4

      @@aus-li Bruh you sound like victoria justice, "I think we ALL sing". 🤣🤣

    • @franz3810
      @franz3810 3 роки тому

      @@gabrielapardo2360 HAHAHAH YOU KILLED ME

  • @codebrker24
    @codebrker24 3 роки тому +8

    All over this country, people make food to sell right out of their homes and serve their respective neighborhoods. The people complaining, they have never been poor. Good food will satisfy the soul. I would love to try everything on the menu. Love her, even though we have never met.

  • @Jaidzeka36
    @Jaidzeka36 3 роки тому

    She seems so kind and kind hearted as well as someone fun to hang out with. Shes seriously an inspiration.

  • @zoeydominguez4017
    @zoeydominguez4017 3 роки тому +59

    When she said her grandma passed away my heart broke 💔 🙁

  • @autumnlove497
    @autumnlove497 3 роки тому +59

    Damm. We need more passionate chef like her. She have such a beautiful soul. She is amazing. I really want to try some of her dishes. Keep it up girl.

  • @foodstampz
    @foodstampz 3 роки тому +26

    Wasn't aware you could get a home cooking license. Going to look into this for my own foods. Her food looks superb. !

  • @isawthesign4421
    @isawthesign4421 3 роки тому

    Just crying here I've her grandma. I'm so sorry. Such a beautiful family. Sending all the love!

  • @TravisBrown.
    @TravisBrown. 3 роки тому +39

    I love this story & the fact that someone found it important enough to film & bring this story to us...Thank You. What a role model for women of any culture. She using what she knows & still she's learning & she said if she doesn't know how to make something she'll figure it out & she's made business & at the same time passing on her Colombian traditions. I Love it😆

  • @endtwoducing
    @endtwoducing 3 роки тому +32

    Stories like that is what New York is to me, as someone watching it from abroad. People trying to survive and just doing what they need to. In the best possible way. And when she said Soy Sauce on steroids, it sounded like Soy Sauce on asteroids, and that is the most adorable thing.

  • @perilla54
    @perilla54 3 роки тому +3

    From law school to cook. Much respect for the passion and hustle. Hope she comes out with a cookbook one day.

  • @CoffeeandCreamBookclub
    @CoffeeandCreamBookclub 3 роки тому +5

    I absolutely love this story! You can see the love and truth in her eyes. ❤️

  • @DrewCrawford_com
    @DrewCrawford_com 3 роки тому +36

    Colombians are some of the hardest working, friendly, and innovative people I know. The only risk in visiting Colombia is that you may never want to leave

    • @dsanti06
      @dsanti06 3 роки тому +4

      I disagree. Very few are Lol my boyfriend is colombian but I’m not still we own a Colombian restaurant on Long Island in a large colombian community. The Colombians are so racist and will refuse service if you are NOT colombian. No joke. They say such nasty things to my non colombian workers and me. I can’t wait to leave honestly.

    • @mariafernandaalvarezherrer9381
      @mariafernandaalvarezherrer9381 3 роки тому +2

      @@dsanti06 Colombians in Colombia are nice.

    • @mariafernandaalvarezherrer9381
      @mariafernandaalvarezherrer9381 3 роки тому +4

      @@dsanti06 Also, I think you mean xenophobic, since Colombian is not a race but a nationality. Sad to hear that my fellow Colombians are leaving a bad impression. To be fair here we have kind of a bad image of gringos as well. Colombians born and raised in Colombia tend to be very nice.

    • @AM-vu7fl
      @AM-vu7fl 3 роки тому +8

      @@dsanti06 I’m glad you think your anecdotal evidence speaks for all people. Great way of thinking.

    • @DippinDoowahh7
      @DippinDoowahh7 3 роки тому +7

      @@dsanti06 Long Island is the problem in that sentence.

  • @fyali1632
    @fyali1632 3 роки тому +85

    Yeaah pounded yam and ground cassava used so much in west africa and even uganda.and banana leave to make moi moi a kind of bean patty made with tomatoe paste and crawfish,spices

    • @Sw3etNe3ks
      @Sw3etNe3ks 3 роки тому +17

      We're all so connected some way or another, but yet, there's so much racism and hatred among mankind smh

    • @chidinmaebere3560
      @chidinmaebere3560 3 роки тому +1

      Yesss🇳🇬

    • @ia76018
      @ia76018 3 роки тому +1

      Well every indigenious people cook whats product to their environment millions of years ago. West africans always cooked with leaves. Not like they had cell phones back then to call someone to say "Hey! What should i boil my ground cassava with? Ahh banana leaves! Great idea Maria! I'll call the neighbors!".

    • @ia76018
      @ia76018 3 роки тому +11

      Just know that in the beginning God started with Africa before any other nations. Thats why we call her mama Africa. Every natural thing started in Africa. Every amazing wonder started in Africa love.

    • @MrAlen6e
      @MrAlen6e 3 роки тому +1

      @Bella T.T who said they don't want to acknowledge, the black diaspora in Colombia is huge, without black people Colombia wouldn't be what it is.

  • @nataliainoa503
    @nataliainoa503 3 роки тому +256

    This made me cry 10 times. This is passion. "People get mad and say I'm stealing the recipes of the old women of colombia" You mean what white people do all the time and get rich from? etc. chipotle.

    • @FaithandNova
      @FaithandNova 3 роки тому +4

      Exactly lol

    • @mrssirens
      @mrssirens 3 роки тому +27

      Exactly, shes not stealing anything, she's promoting her culture in the best way possible. All those recipes will be carried on to a new generation as they should.

    • @29lpk
      @29lpk 3 роки тому +6

      Stealing shit get off the land your people stole from the native Americans if u wanna get all technical if not sit tf down.

    • @Snarf_Le_Wombat
      @Snarf_Le_Wombat 3 роки тому +2

      Blame whitey, again

    • @Snarf_Le_Wombat
      @Snarf_Le_Wombat 3 роки тому +2

      @@29lpk Nobody stole shit...stop crying.

  • @Jermese96
    @Jermese96 3 роки тому +4

    this is the most soulful and most passionate video I have ever seen on youtube...wow ! Bless her soul. I will visit next time I go to new york

  • @luisrojas3173
    @luisrojas3173 3 роки тому +115

    Dag I wanna go right away, but she's not here. She'll be back in Spring. I'll be ready. BTW RIP to her abuela.

    • @DCamp1271
      @DCamp1271 3 роки тому

      Same. I was like I know what lunch is going to be tomorrow! Oh well, something to look forward to!
      RIP, abuela 🙏🏿

  • @twerk4jesuschrist
    @twerk4jesuschrist 3 роки тому +67

    instead of saving Aurelia’s batch of tucupi for herself she shared it with the people 😭♥️

    • @gia9551
      @gia9551 3 роки тому +2

      Two birds with one stone. Share what’s the most most most authentic/limited quantity and you won’t spoil yourself for lesser quality product in the future plus sharing cultural food with new people you want them to experience the best

    • @akilahbarbosa261
      @akilahbarbosa261 3 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/Eol4Rmceetk/v-deo.html

    • @akilahbarbosa261
      @akilahbarbosa261 3 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/Eol4Rmceetk/v-deo.html

  • @JohnPinky178
    @JohnPinky178 3 роки тому +1

    Just hearing her speak and watching put so much love and culture into her food made me tear up so much cuz it reminds me of 🇨🇴. I may not be born there but I am so proud to have blood from there que amor tu eres y que dios te bebdiga siempre muñeca.

  • @Alokiarpiro
    @Alokiarpiro 3 роки тому

    So much love in this video . This is how the world gotta be . Kind and happy

  • @wolfingitdown2047
    @wolfingitdown2047 3 роки тому +102

    I always love a Chef's commitment to educating people on the true diversity of their culture's food.
    Spread the word, Stephanie! Hopefully I get to taste you food someday!

  • @TheZombo66
    @TheZombo66 3 роки тому +14

    I dead ass wanna cry at how beautiful and homesick this made me feel I miss Colombia so much

  • @PriestessAusetRaAmen
    @PriestessAusetRaAmen 3 роки тому

    Niceness!!! RIP to Grandma that passed, energy never dies, it's transformed from one form to another. I love our various indigenous cultures. Gwaan tru Empress!!!

  • @elisvlog5200
    @elisvlog5200 3 роки тому

    Exactly !!! This is what we are ; beautiful people, full of love to share with others, hard workers and more much more

  • @CristianRodriguez15
    @CristianRodriguez15 3 роки тому +45

    I love watching my Latinos winning out there.... I wish nothing but the best for you parecera... Greetings from DR ❤️🇩🇴

  • @latinalopez2385
    @latinalopez2385 3 роки тому +70

    When Abuela said she hasn't bañado en dos semanas, every Abuelitas🥰🥰 and Stephanie, Yes girl! Take pride in your cultura! Those TropiKichen dishes are amazing💪🏽💪🏽y tambien tan humilde, Bella y Organica 👍🏼👍🏼

    • @ojitosrodriguez114
      @ojitosrodriguez114 3 роки тому +4

      Lol the longest I've gone without washing my hair is 2 weeks, that counts for something 😂😂😂

    • @no3miiiz
      @no3miiiz 3 роки тому +3

      In Mexican culture it’s the abuelitos lol

    • @redsoxvette
      @redsoxvette 3 роки тому

      Tan game-y lol

    • @theloftbird9659
      @theloftbird9659 3 роки тому

      @@ojitosrodriguez114 stinky butt

    • @latoyascott1147
      @latoyascott1147 3 роки тому

      Two weeks🤮 lol food looks yummy tho

  • @corinacoley458
    @corinacoley458 3 роки тому +1

    Such an inspirational story for women . Taking ingenuity and forging your own path. The biggest message is follow your heart and it will open doors for you!

  • @UnstoppableChicago
    @UnstoppableChicago 3 роки тому +2

    Quizás no leas este comentario parcera...pero al igual que tú en algún momento de tu vida también estoy en Chicago, trabajando en una cocina la mayor parte de mi tiempo literal los 6 días de la semana, si ya estaba encantada y llena de orgullo mirando tus platos, cuando escuche ese pedacito con el que sentí tan identificada empecé a llorar por que se la pasión y el amor que debes tener por la cocina y por de una u otra manera se lo difícil que es trabajar de sol a sol por los sueños, que el universo ilumine tu negocio que idea tan BACANA! Que platos tan hermosos y bien preparados 👏🏼 eres una colombiana echada pa’ adelante🌸

  • @fatcoconut
    @fatcoconut 3 роки тому +69

    As long as her neighbors are ok, then she really is not doing anybody any harm. Love to see this side of Colombian Culture getting attention.

    • @camb6347
      @camb6347 3 роки тому +4

      True but the government is the problem they will take her down smh I hope she finds a way out of it cause she can't sell it out her bedroom in America if that was the case then we all would do it

    • @mascara1777
      @mascara1777 3 роки тому +4

      I want this lady to be successful but the fact is rules have to be in place to be sure that her kitchen is hygienic, food is stored at correct temperatures, etc. It's all fine until a person dies from food poisoning.

    • @SADtv_
      @SADtv_ 3 роки тому +6

      Cam B It’s people like you and your reasonings is the reason your presence isn’t welcome in those neighborhoods

    • @SADtv_
      @SADtv_ 3 роки тому +8

      mascara1888 Don’t buy. Just mind your business. This probably her livelihood. Worry about your own home

    • @lysergic_visions3203
      @lysergic_visions3203 3 роки тому +1

      The Tarot Thot : 🗣The Only Thing’s Welcomed In Them Neighborhoods🏘Are Stolen Guns🔫/Gang-members🔱/Laced Drugs🧑🏾‍🔬/& A Whole Bunch Of Domestic Violence🤕Why Don’t You👆Keep It 💯 With The People❔.. Anyone Is Welcome To Go Eat 🍽 Anywhere They Damn Well Feel Like & If Risking A Virus🦠Or Getting Food Poisoning🤮Is Worth To Them So Be It... & If Not Then What Are You Going To Do About It❔Ask Them Nicely To Stop🛑Or Stall Everyone Else On Their Way In By Checking Their Papers🛂/Order’s🧾Ensure That They Are Welcomed Customers🫂/& Tax Payers🚮Of NY🗽City.. 😂 My Mistake, You Must Be Queen👸🏿Of The Trap Houses🏚/Ruler Of New Yorkers🤌/The Entire NY🏙Food Scene🫔/& A World Class Doorman/Bouncer👤For This Very Extravagant 5️⃣Star⭐️Luxury Dining Establishment🏠..👀 Time To Wake Up🥱Hood Karen, Because You Don’t Run Anything You’re Own👄...

  • @Foodenthusiast23
    @Foodenthusiast23 3 роки тому +27

    No one hustles like New Yorkers 💯😩and the good looks amazing! I have to stop by if I visit NYC❤️

  • @katheniaikahihifo2195
    @katheniaikahihifo2195 3 роки тому +1

    The love for her culture and people is why she is successful today. Her ancestors are blessing her with the love of cooking and sharing her culture with others. She's fasho dope!!!

  • @kayleighdrummond9765
    @kayleighdrummond9765 3 роки тому +11

    In love with her passion!! Incredible woman 💓

  • @lakerfaker
    @lakerfaker 3 роки тому +36

    She has a passionate soul and love for her craft. You can’t not love seeing and hearing about it.

  • @chicodebulge
    @chicodebulge 3 роки тому +56

    I love this woman's energy and passion.

  • @TheOrin123
    @TheOrin123 3 роки тому +5

    I’m so proud of her. She’s so strong and hustling with all that she could. I hope she can open her own restaurant in the city because she’s such a hard worker serving amazing food! ❤️💕

  • @lavenderflowers1075
    @lavenderflowers1075 3 роки тому

    It's really amazing how many different cultures there are in the world. It makes me happy. God bless y'all.

  • @DonJulio510
    @DonJulio510 3 роки тому +272

    Indigenous food from meso america is always underrated.

    • @joaquinmeza981
      @joaquinmeza981 3 роки тому +1

      Huge facts

    • @xaviervanegas8
      @xaviervanegas8 3 роки тому +8

      I'm Colombian/Dominican and would love to try her food because it's not the typical food you can get at a local Colombian restaurant. I'm honestly not that familiar with meso american cuisine.

    • @DonJulio510
      @DonJulio510 3 роки тому +1

      @califood3618 and I can see why. Chinese food is pretty darn good just like many foods around the world but my point is that we as Americans praise everyone elses food from a far, overlooking the healthy delicious food thats being made in our own yard for hundreds of years.

    • @efigueroa2526
      @efigueroa2526 3 роки тому +1

      En México no. Es la mejor

    • @DonJulio510
      @DonJulio510 3 роки тому +4

      @@efigueroa2526 si, eso es algo que me encanta de Mexico y Guatemala, eso dos paises son orgullos de su antes pasados. Aun que todo latino America tenemos indigenas.

  • @LindsayDaly
    @LindsayDaly 3 роки тому +47

    I'm loving the coverage of these restaurants mid-pandemic. Glad to see some thriving, especially small businesses!

  • @acvo7
    @acvo7 3 роки тому +4

    What a badass, inspirational, fierce Latina Woman preserving her culture and traditions. Love it♥️💓🔥🙏🏽

  • @sonicmayhym
    @sonicmayhym 3 роки тому

    every single one made with so much pride and confidence...you can taste pride..this is what makes america so great...inspirational.!!!

  • @heidigutierrez5687
    @heidigutierrez5687 3 роки тому +39

    Llore con este video siendo Barranquillera neta, y viviendo en nyc añoraba un restaurante que vendiera comida típica costeña. Eres un orgullo para nosotros los costeños. Me hiciste acordar cuando estaba en la universidad en nyc la gente que por ignorancia o malicia solo relacionaba colombia con drogas me daba mucha rabia. Y escuchándote hablar de nuestra cultura y que la defiendes. Llenaste mi corazón de alegria.

  • @PRCHOCO
    @PRCHOCO 3 роки тому +941

    I hate watching these food series and not being able to taste anything.

    • @AmorrSummerstorm
      @AmorrSummerstorm 3 роки тому +3

      Must be horrible to live without being able to taste

    • @PRCHOCO
      @PRCHOCO 3 роки тому +1

      Amorr Winterstorm It is but I still can smell see and feel. 🤷🏽‍♂️

    • @Rabbittomaru
      @Rabbittomaru 3 роки тому +6

      You should try like I do.
      I watched these kind of vids while I'm eating my meals. So, I won't disappointed with empty stomach. 😊

    • @azaleafox82
      @azaleafox82 3 роки тому

      😁💯

    • @gabziiee
      @gabziiee 3 роки тому

      Story of my life

  • @andretti-lovezsazsa8066
    @andretti-lovezsazsa8066 3 роки тому +2

    My great grandma helped my grandma a lot in her catering business, I wish I was taught how to cook but I was told that wasn’t for me and I enjoyed learning and I wish I knew how to cook like this young old soul.. 💛

  • @geoffwalters3662
    @geoffwalters3662 3 роки тому

    Best of luck to this lady. I am from the US and have lived/worked in Colombia for about 8 years now. Love it and the people are among the friendliest I have met in over 20 years abroad; anywhere. I intend to get my residency here.

  • @the_unorganisedtasker
    @the_unorganisedtasker 3 роки тому +25

    Love her story and that she's passing down the legacy of the women that brought these dishes to life. Its a beautiful mix of culture, history and flavours of the land all in one bite... that's just wonderful!!

  • @aimeebee3093
    @aimeebee3093 3 роки тому +12

    I could watch her all day. How inspiring she is! The food looks amazing and Stephanie is giving me serious hope for the human race. We need more women like this

  • @rodaangeleyes
    @rodaangeleyes 3 роки тому

    Sorry for the passing of your family. I'm so proud of you and your accomplishments, you are a strong woman. Guidance and covering in all you do.

  • @angelinanarvaez1977
    @angelinanarvaez1977 3 роки тому

    Love her! Everything she does! Blessings to all the abuelas that guided us all to help separate the wisdom of good medicine. May the abuela who loss her life from Covid, be in peace.