Chef Hector Ruiz

09/03/2026

We are hiring!!

08/29/2026

the page is live.
Follow Salsa y Scrapple.
This is where Latin sazón meets Pennsylvania scrapple.
Where sofrito sits next to scrapple.
Where our kitchens, our stories, and our community all share the same table.
Expect:
• Easy recipes and fusion twists
• Real talk from chefs, historians, and neighbors
• Berks pride with no filter
• That mix of heat, heart, and hometown flavor
If you love food, Reading, and the cultures that built this county — come sit with us.
follow the page and tap that 🔔 so you don’t miss an episode.
Drop a 🔥 or a 🥓 if you’re in.

Host Chef Hector Ruiz – Local Flavor, Big Heart
From washing dishes at 16 to owning the beloved Sofrito Gastropub and Carbon Y Leña chef Hector Ruiz is a self-taught culinary force rooted in tradition and hustle he brings bold Latin flavors to life..

08/27/2026

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Pernil asado, sofrito onions, yellow and white cooper cheese, garlic spinach and roasted peppers! Coming soon!!

08/26/2026

Berks County Cheesesteak 🔥
Bonus episode of Salsa And Scrapple is live.
What’s your go-to red sauce spot? Drop them below!!
Opinions on Salsa and Scrapple are ours alone.

Salsa And Scrapple · Episode

08/25/2026

Turn Your Passion into a Career!

Enrollment is open for our 12-Week Pastry Arts Program!

Starts September 8, 2026
Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–2:30 PM

Limited spots available!
Call 484-513-3348 to enroll today!

08/19/2026

08/14/2026

Real recognition comes from the people who keep coming back — not from a Facebook badge or Best of contest. As a former restaurant owner I know how these contest work.
Just my two cents.
— Chef Hector

From bonus episode of Salsa And Scrapple coming soon Cheesesteak Wars.. we are giving you the whole history of cheesesteaks from Philly to Berks...

08/12/2026

🎙️ Quick update from the Salsa and Scrapple crew…
Hey family — we know it’s been quiet on the episode front, and we appreciate y’all sticking with us.
Summer vacations, family time, and just plain life be lifing got in the way. We could’ve forced something out, but that’s not how we move. We’d rather take a little longer and get it right than drop something half-baked.
New episodes are already being recorded, and they’re coming soon to Spotify (and more platforms shortly after). In the meantime our pilot episode is currently available on Spotify please like and follow the page🔥🔥🔥
Appreciate the patience. We’re cooking something good. Stay tuned. 🔥

Salsa And Scrapple · Episode

08/04/2026

PART-TIME KITCHEN MANAGER!

Looking for a great opportunity? A local employer is hiring a Part-Time Kitchen Manager for a day shift!

Position Requirements:
-Part-time position
-Day shift
-Must be fluent in English

How to Apply:
Interested applicants must visit our location in person to complete an employment application.

Tec Centro Berks
450 South 6th Street
Reading, PA 19602

Stop by during our business hours to apply. We look forward to helping you take the next step in your career!