Experience Global Comfort Food.
Michelin Bib Gourmand —
Flavors from Afar is an event and catering service sharing vibrant international flavors and unique opportunities for cultural exchange. Our recipes are created by former refugees and asylum seekers Call us anytime for inquiry on catering, private events, and venue rental. Join our newsletter or follow us on instagram to learn about our ticketed private experiences.
Catering —
Our curated global cuisine is now available year-round to elevate your next corporate event or special occasion.
beet salad
ukraine, chef daria
umm’ ali
sudan x egypt, chef eglal
Refugee Chefs
Our award-winning social enterprise celebrates the rich traditions of our chefs, inviting you to share in a heartfelt cultural exchange. Each dish, crafted by immigrants and refugees, carries family recipes passed down with love through generations. We have been recognized by Bon Appetit, Eater LA, Food52, LA Times, and more.
Our Promise
Flavors From Afar provides LA food lovers a unique opportunity to discover hard-to-find meals from around the world. Our chefs, from refugee and immigrant backgrounds, create authentic dishes that reflect the care and quality of homemade cooking, fostering both cultural connections and positive community impact.
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Join us —
At Flavors from Afar, our private events go beyond dining, offering immersive cultural experiences led by refugee and immigrant chefs. Each dish shares a story, connecting guests to global traditions. We offer hands-on culinary workshops, themed dinners, traditional art and music performances, and regional coffee or tea ceremonies. Whether celebrating a special occasion or hosting your corporate team building, our bespoke experiences foster connection and cultural appreciation through food, art, and tradition.
We value the authenticity of every dish and the stories behind them, honoring the rich heritage our chefs carry.
Inside the Kitchen —
Check out our journal for recipes and press, and learn more about what goes on in our kitchen.
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