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Haitian Bites and Chef Demonstration
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- Long Island
- 1 hr 30 min
- Updated November 2, 2026
Taste Haitian favorites, watch a chef prepare Akra and plantain, and hear the stories behind the cuisine over a family-style meal.
About this tour
Explore Haitian cuisine through a 90-minute tasting and chef demonstration at Gingerbites Haitian Bistro. A welcome ginger citronade cocktail or mocktail sets the tone before a live demonstration of Akra and fried plantain, with a taste of griot. Then settle in for a three-course, family-style meal featuring fresh salad, seasoned chicken, and signature Diri Djon Djon, Haiti’s black mushroom rice.
Alongside the food, enjoy an intimate conversation about the stories and traditions behind Haitian cooking. The experience also brings together food and storytelling through a reading and discussion from PRESERV, followed by cultural conversation and Q&A. A small PRESERV Kremas tasting is offered to guests 21 and older, with a nonalcoholic alternative, and mango ice cream rounds out the meal.
This Haitian Bites and Chef Demonstration offers a personal way to connect with Haitian food, family, culture, and heritage. Come hungry and discover the flavors and stories behind each course.
Highlights
- Taste Haitian dishes served family-style
- Watch a chef demonstrate Akra and fried plantain
- Hear the stories and traditions behind Haitian cuisine
- Enjoy a welcome ginger citronade cocktail or mocktail
- Finish with mango ice cream
What's included
Included
- Small PRESERV Kremas tasting for guests 21 and older, with a nonalcoholic alternative
- Live Haitian appetizer demonstration featuring Akra and fried plantain, with a taste of griot
- Welcome ginger citronade cocktail or mocktail
- Cultural conversation about Haitian cuisine, stories, and traditions
- Mango ice cream dessert
- Three-course Haitian dining experience served family-style
- Fresh salad, seasoned chicken, and signature Diri Djon Djon (Haitian black mushroom rice)
Not included
- Transportation to and from the venue
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Additional food and beverages not specified
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Important information
- Wheelchair accessible; all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Kremas tasting is for guests 21 and older; a nonalcoholic alternative is available
- Meeting point: Gingerbites Haitian Bistro; parking lot entrance is on Jericho Turnpike, just before Emerald Lane
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