Reyna Maldonado, co-owner of Las Guerreras, visited her coastal hometown in Guerrero, Mexico, to reconnect with her grandmother and seek her blessing for a new seafood restaurant. This new venture, focusing on authentic seafood dishes, is an extension of her family-run business established in 2019. While expanding from a small operation to a larger team of largely female employees, Maldonado reflects on the significance of deep familial connections and cultural heritage as essential elements of her culinary craft, aiming to bring an authentic experience to her customers in Oakland.
Maldonado expressed, "I love the dish. I love the name. I love the flavors... it's the perfect dish." This facilitates her deep connection to her roots and culinary heritage.
She revealed, "I knew something was missing for the new venture to feel authentic," highlighting the importance of family and cultural authenticity in her culinary endeavors.
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