The latest installment of La Spiga’s Future of Diversity Guest Chef Program on September 29th will feature Chef Kausar Ahmed of Karachi Kitchen. Known for producing preservative-free Pakistani spices and Chutneys in small batches, this family-owned business utilizes generations-old techniques and beloved recipes. The 5-course dinner will feature okra chips, spiced orange salad, Masala fish, potato cutlets, Dum Kay Pasanday (Masala-rubbed beef), and bread pudding. Learn more at laspiga.com.

Future of Diversity Program Overview

This exciting program features guest chefs and artisans of color to showcase their culinary talents, delicious food and drink, and other interesting concepts at Osteria la Spiga.

About

The Future of Diversity Guest Chef Program was founded in 2021 by La Spiga head chef and co-owner Sabrina Tinsley to highlight BIPOC chefs in the community. The pop-up series offers emerging chefs the opportunity to cook at the restaurant and showcase their signature dishes in a three-course meal, available for in-restaurant dining. To date, the program has featured a variety of talented chefs who are able to utilize La Spiga’s kitchen space, sell their products, and connect to like-minded foodies who share a passion for traditional global cuisine.

“I’ve always had a passion for different cultures, and I love meeting new chefs — learning about what they are doing in the community and seeing how they are showcasing their delicious foods,” Tinsley told Eater Seattle in an interview earlier this year. “This program is one of the ways I am choosing to connect with our BIPOC community, bringing us closer together, and helping chefs in the beginning stages of their concepts gain additional exposure.”