The Landing Hosts Latines Fiesta Oct. 29

Posted: October 17, 2024

The Landing Market in collaboration with Latines Unides, a student group at Luther College, and the Center for Intercultural Engagement and Support (CIES) is hosting Latines Fiesta, Tues., Oct. 29, 5-7 pm at The Landing.

Latines Fiesta coincides with Hispanic Heritage Month at the college and is the first cultural community connection event planned for the 2024-25 academic year. The word “fiesta” means to bring togetherness. Hosting fiestas is common in Hispanic communities to build connections.

Latines Fiesta will features traditional Hispanic eats, education, and engagement. The meal of chicken flautas with mole and Spanish rice made by Luther’s Roberto Coral, CIES Office Manager, and Latines Unides will be available for $10. For students (with ID) attending any college or university and children 17 and younger, the cost is $5. Quemadita, a type of punch, will also be available for purchase. No reservations are needed.

“We’re excited to partner with folks at Luther for this fun event,” says Pete Espinosa, owner of The Landing. “Everyone is invited. We look forward to celebrating Hispanic culture with some great food and a good time.”

“We have such a diverse tapestry of cultures in our community and are excited to lift them through partnerships like this,”  says Dr. Robert Clay, Chief Equity & Inclusion Officer and Assistant to the President for Community Engagement at Luther. “This is a great opportunity for students and community members to get to know each other, enjoy good food together, and have fun.”

The Landing Market, located at 211 College Dr., in Decorah, opened in July 2020 as a food hall and community gathering spot.  Today The Landing is home to Justin’s (restaurant), The Buzz (coffee & cocktails), Root 43 (juices, smoothies, bowls), and Tandem which supports the disability community as well as Oneota Health Solutions chiropractic care and Nagle Signs.  For more information, email info@thelandingmarket.com or call (563) 277-1893.

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