Chef Emmanuel Galvan

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About Chef Emmanuel Galvan

Emmanuel Galvan is a Mexican American chef and the founder of Bolita Masa, based in Berkeley. His culinary work explores themes of immigration, identity, and the concept of 'home' through traditional Mexican ingredients, particularly masa.

Chef Timeline

Founded Bolita Masa

Bolita Masa

Established Bolita Masa in Berkeley, focusing on Mexican American cuisine.

2023-11-09

Featured at 'Ofrendas' Pop-Up

Bolita Masa

Participated in the 'Ofrendas' pop-up dinner in San Francisco, exploring Mexican immigration and identity through food.

2024-06-06

Interviewed by Nosh on Instagram

Bolita Masa

Shared insights on his relationship with corn and how his younger self grappled with the idea of it.

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Key Information

Emmanuel Galvan is a Mexican American chef and the founder of Bolita Masa, based in Berkeley. His culinary work explores themes of immigration, identity, and the concept of 'home' through traditional Mexican ingredients, particularly masa.

Cuisine Highlights

Mexican AmericanMasa-based dishesIdentity through food

News

A Mexican American Pop-Up in SF Explores Immigration, Identity (KQED, Nov 9, 2023)
W. Kamau Bell is happy his children are growing up in... (Nosh, Jun 6, 2024)

Restaurants by chef

Bolita Masa

Iconic dishes

Tamale

Additional Details

Galvan's work often involves pop-up events, such as 'Ofrendas,' which aim to create a multisensory experience inspired by Mexican immigration. He has also reflected on his personal connection to ingredients like corn, viewing it as a journey of understanding from a young age.

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