Chef Amalia Moreno-Damgaard
Explore the exciting fusion of Scandinavian and Latin American artisan cuisines in this dynamic lecture-style class led by renowned chef Amalia Moreno-Damgaard. Through engaging storytelling and live cooking demonstrations, discover the creative blending of Nordic simplicity with Latin zest, resulting in innovative and exciting dishes. Join us for a unique culinary experience that will expand your palate and inspire your taste buds!
This session will feature a delicious small plate tasting experience expertly paired with the evening's intriguing menu, including mocktails and libations, ensuring a flavorful and immersive culinary journey for all participants. Signed copies of Amalia's books will be available for purchase, allowing guests to bring home a piece of culinary inspiration.
THE MENU
WELCOME DRINKS
Zacapa Centenario
(Award-Winning Guatemalan Rum)
Fresco de Piña
(Fresh pineapple-cantaloupe mocktail)
SMALL PLATES
(Pairings: Aquavit, Tequila Reposado, Mezcal, & Spanish Sherry — 1 oz. pourings)
Sardinas Picantes
(Spicy mackerel, onion, tomato, lime, spiced lard, rye bread)
Gravlaks Latino
(Cured fresh salmon, mezcal, avocado sauce, manzanilla olives, corn tostada)
Albóndigas
(Pork and veal Spanish frikadeller/Danish meatballs, Guatemalan pickled cucumbers and beets, pimentón-cumin butter, bolillo bread)
Ensalada de Verduras
(Salad, peas, carrots, hearts of palm, fire-roasted red bell peppers, radish, light aioli, quail eggs, fresh herbs, Cuban crackers — Mezcal)
Arroz con Leche
(Risengrøt/Norwegian rice pudding, cinnamon, Mexican crema/cream, roasted almonds, licor macerated strawberries, mint)
Tickets
$95| General Registration
$90 | Norway House Members
Refunds are not available; please ensure you are able to attend before you register.
About Amalia Moreno-Damgaard
Amalia, born and raised in Guatemala, is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu and the Culinary Institute of America. She is a Danish-by-marriage, culinary enthusiast, and an avid world traveler. Amalia is also an award-winning author and leader with a corporate background, known for her passionate advocacy of cultural understanding and empowerment through traditional cuisine.
Leveraging her expertise, she bridges awareness gaps and fosters deeper connections, offering impactful speaking engagements, insightful consulting, and immersive gourmet experiences. With a strategic approach, Amalia helps businesses cultivate relevance, foster inclusion, and wield influence while authentically celebrating the richness of Latin culture.
She appears regularly on local TV networks and MPR's "All Things Considered" and was recently featured on National Geographic’s "World Eats Bread" in the episode “The Guatemalan Tortilla.”