Åhu (Sweet Coconut Porridge) Workshop - invites participants to experience one of the Mariånas’ most beloved desserts through a culturally grounded cooking experience. In this one‑hour session, instructor(s) will demonstrate traditional preparation methods, guiding participants through the process of creating this silky, coconut‑based treat from start to finish.

Attendees will have the opportunity to taste freshly made Åhu, learn practical tips for recreating it at home, and hear the cultural stories that make this dish a staple of island gatherings. Designed to welcome all ages and backgrounds, the workshop encourages curiosity, conversation, and connection.

Buñelos Månglo’ (Typhoon Donuts) Workshop - a hands‑on introduction to one of the Mariånas’ most iconic comfort foods. In this one‑hour session, cultural instructor(s) will guide attendees through the traditional mixing, shaping, and frying techniques that give these airy, golden fritters their signature flavor and texture.

Participants will taste freshly made Buñelos Månglo’, learn practical tips for achieving the perfect crisp‑outside, soft‑inside balance at home, and hear the cultural stories that connect this beloved treat to island gatherings and celebrations. Open to all ages and backgrounds, the workshop encourages curiosity, conversation, and shared learning.

The Apigigi (Sweet Tamåles) Workshop offers a hands‑on introduction to one of the Mariånas’ most comforting traditional treats. In this one‑hour session, cultural instructor(s) will guide participants through preparing the sweet coconut‑based mixture, softening and shaping the banana leaves, filling and folding each treat, and grilling them to perfection.

Attendees will taste freshly grilled Apigigi, learn practical tips for ingredient selection, leaf preparation, and home‑grilling techniques, and hear the cultural stories that connect this dish to island gatherings and everyday comfort. Open to all ages and backgrounds, the workshop encourages curiosity, conversation, and shared cultural learning.

The Chamorro Chicken Empanada (Fried Turnover) Workshop gives participants a fully hands‑on experience with one of the Mariånas’ most iconic savory dishes. In this one‑hour session, cultural instructor(s) will guide attendees through rolling out the dough, filling each empanada with seasoned chicken, shaping the signature half‑moon form, and sealing the edges to achieve the perfect fry‑ready finish.

Participants will taste freshly made empanadas, learn practical tips for preparing the dough and filling at home, and hear the cultural stories that connect this dish to family gatherings, celebrations, and island heritage. Open to all ages and backgrounds, the workshop encourages curiosity, conversation, and shared learning.