08/07/2026
Us and SUN RICE gooooo way back to our pop-up dinner series at Kolectivo. Where they took a chance on us, gave us guidance and allowed us to grow. The food community in Portland is special and like our indigenous community, we are always here for each other.
we are also excited to work with Jawaher and FOMO Rice where we can continue to work with other cultures and communities to celebrate 30 years of Growing Gardens Growing Gardens
But before the first course is served, the story begins here. Food Sovereignty.
To us at Javelina - Indigenous food sovereignty is the right of Native nations to direct their own food systems, centering self-determination, cultural continuity, and sacred land relationships. It relies on core principles like seed rematriation, traditional knowledge sharing, and ecological health.
We are so thankful and Growing Gardens is working to embody these values in their own way!
What makes that even more special? Mr. Farms is owned by Maxi, a Growing Gardens Home Gardens alumna. Who is growing some beautiful produce!
Maxi came to Growing Gardens to learn how to grow food at home. Today, she’s a thriving local farmer raising chickens, caring for honeybees, growing culturally nourishing produce, and supplying the ingredients for our 30th anniversary celebration. That’s what it’s all about! We are proud to serve her offerings to you!
To us, Food is viewed as a living relative and a sacred gift, not just a commodity. This project is special and deserves recognition for the amazing work they have done. Brining us all together, across cultures, sharing stories and eating together. Food is medicine and we love the relationships that can be created around sharing food.
On **August 29**, celebrate that journey with an unforgettable evening featuring indigenous Chef Alexa Numkena-Anderson of , welcome bites from Chef TJ and SUN RICE , a vibrant mezze course from Jawaher , and sweet treats from FOMO Rice , all highlighting the incredible ingredients grown by Maxi at Mr. Farms.
📸Amazing snaps by Celeste Noche