Santa Monica History Museum welcomes culinary historian Maite Gomez-Rejón, the founder of ArtBites as we take a look at “El Cocinero Español” the first Mexican-American cookbook published in the U.S. (1898). Pinedo’s story and a tasting of her rice pudding recipe will be followed by a Q&A with local author Terri de la Peña, who will share stories about the rancho-era Marquez family in Santa Monica, including family pit BBQs and culinary traditions that were passed down through the generations. 

This event is FREE, and includes time for visitors to explore museum exhibitions.

image: @Academy Museum Foundation. Photo by: Greg Gorman