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Between September 15 and October 15, Americans observe Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month to celebrate the culture, heritage, history, and contributions of those whose ancestry originated in Mexico, Spain, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. (source: CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion)
Latinx Meaning:
[ luh-tee-neks, la‐, lat-n-eks ]
A gender-neutral term to describe a person of Latin American cultural or ethnic identity, to be used in place of Latina or Latino. Many words in Spanish and other languages incorporate gender, which requires knowing someone else’s gender to affirmatively speak to or about them. Latinx avoids this gendered aspect of the language and can be used as a singular or plural adjective. (source: The Trevor Project)
Wegmans is proud to partner with Hispanic/Latinx owned and founded businesses.
As a Mexican-American food brand rooted in family, Siete Family Foods is passionate about bringing healthier lifestyles to Latino families with their delicious line of grain-free products that everyone can enjoy.
Enjoy the authentic taste of Latin America’s favorite snack! Created by Argentinians, Ceci and Fede, these scratch-made empanadas are filled with fresh veggies and antibiotic-free meats for a gluten-free, gourmet alternative you’ll love. Try all three flavors in your microwave, air fryer or oven.
To celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we asked our employees to share their stories around food, family, and traditions.
Gerente del Departamento de Hogar y Entretenimiento, 10 años de increíble servicio
Carmen se unió al equipo de Wegmans en 2012, lo que convirtió a Wegmans en su primer empleador en los Estados Unidos. Originaria de Colombia, Carmen comparte cómo la comida juega un papel importante en su cultura y las comidas y recetas que son más significativas para ella.
“La comida es una expresión de amor en mi cultura. Cuanta más comida cocines, más afecto muestras por tus seres queridos. Cuando mi familia se reúne, todas las mujeres cocinan nuestra comida juntas. Un plato que está cerca de mi corazón es la ‘Changua’. Mi abuela lo preparaba los domingos por la mañana para desayunar. Es un tipo de sopa que mezcla agua, leche, cilantro, ajo, cebolleta, huevos y pan seco para acompañar. Siempre la preparo en mi casa, ¡y a mi esposo, Peter, le encanta!”
Home & Entertaining Department Manager, 10 years of incredible service
Carmen joined the Wegmans team in 2012, making Wegmans her very first employer in the United States. Originally from Columbia, Carmen shared how food plays a major role in her culture and the meals and recipes that are most meaningful to her.
“Food is an expression of love in my culture. The more food you cook, the more affection you show for your loved ones. When my family gets together, all the ladies cook our meal together. A dish that is close to my heart is ‘Changua.’ My grandma used to make it on Sunday mornings for breakfast. It is a type of soup mixing water, milk, cilantro, garlic, green onions, eggs, and dry bread for garnish. I always make this in my house, and my husband, Peter, loves it!”
Gerente de Operaciones de Restaurantes Especializados, 9 años de increíble servicio
La pasión de Mauricio por la comida y la buena gastronomía es innegable. Ha pasado toda su carrera trabajando en hostelería y compartiendo su amor por la comida, que comenzó a temprana edad mientras crecía en Bolivia. Hoy en día, Mauricio supervisa los restaurantes especializados que a menudo se denominan “centros de excelencia culinaria”. Cuando se le pregunta, qué papel desempeña la comida en su cultura y cuáles son algunos platos o recetas que son especiales para usted y su familia, esto es lo que responde.
“En Bolivia, la comida desempeña un papel crucial con la familia y los amigos, ya que une a las personas. Algunos de mis recuerdos familiares favoritos tuvieron lugar alrededor de una mesa con comida. El almuerzo es la comida más importante del día, especialmente los domingos. La sopa es un alimento básico para el almuerzo y siempre se acompaña de pan y llajua, una salsa picante tradicional boliviana hecha con el chile locoto, el cilantro boliviano, las cebollas y los tomates, preparada en una piedra para moler llamada batán. La sopa de maní (cacahuete) es otra que se suele servir para el almuerzo los domingos. Se adorna con patatas cerilla fritas.”
Specialty Restaurants Operations Manager, 9 years of incredible service
Mauricio’s passion for food and fine dining is undeniable. He has spent his entire career working in hospitality and sharing his love of food, which began at an early age while growing up in Bolivia. Today, Mauricio oversees specialty restaurants that are often referred to as a “center of culinary excellence.” When asked, “What role does food play in your culture and what are some dishes or recipes that are special to you and your family?” he said:
“In Bolivia, food plays a crucial role with family and friends as it brings people together. Some of my favorite family memories took place around a table with food. Lunch is the most important meal of the day, especially on Sundays. Soup is a staple for lunch and is always accompanied by bread and llajua, a traditional Bolivian spicy salsa made with the locoto pepper, Bolivian coriander, onions, and tomatoes, prepared in a grinding stone called a batán. Sopa de maní, peanut soup, is another that is typically served for lunch on Sundays. It is garnished with fried matchstick potatoes.”
Especialista en marketing, 11 años de increíble servicio
Deanna se unió al equipo de Wegmans mientras estaba en la escuela secundaria. Al graduarse, comenzó a trabajar para obtener su licenciatura en marketing. Aunque estaba ocupada con sus estudios, se centró en las iniciativas comunitarias dirigidas por su hermandad. Deanna comparte la importancia que tiene la comida en su cultura y las comidas y recetas que son especiales en su familia.
“La comida es lo que une a la familia y los amigos durante los momentos felices y tristes. Conecta a personas de diferentes países y orígenes y nos ayuda a conocer las similitudes y diferencias entre nuestras culturas. Para mí, la comida es un recordatorio de dónde vengo y me ayuda a conectarme con la isla de Puerto Rico. Son los recuerdos de Mami en la cocina cocinando arroz con pollo y bailando al ritmo de Celia Cruz y Frankie Ruiz. Son los recuerdos de visitar a Papi y verlo correr al patio trasero para prepararme un coco. La comida es una forma de abrazar nuestra cultura y fortalecer las relaciones, y también nos da la oportunidad de aprender sobre nuestra historia. ¡Mami era la mejor cocinando arroz con pollo, pernil (paletilla de cerdo asada a fuego lento), bacalaítos (buñuelos de bacalao fritos) y papas rellenas fritas! Cada plato es especial porque mantiene vivo el amor y el conocimiento de la comida puertorriqueña en nuestro hogar y es una forma de recordar a nuestros seres queridos y la forma en que preparaban las comidas.”
Marketing Specialist, 11 years of incredible service
Deanna joined the Wegmans team while in high school. Upon graduation, she began working towards her bachelor’s degree in marketing. Although busy with her studies, she focused on community initiatives led by her sorority. Deanna shared the significance food has in her culture and the meals and recipes that are special in her family.
“Food is what brings family and friends together during both happy and sad times. It connects people from different countries and backgrounds and helps us learn about the similarities and differences between our cultures. For me, food is a reminder of where I come from, and it helps me connect back to the island of Puerto Rico. It’s the memories of Mami in the kitchen cooking arroz con pollo (rice with chicken) and dancing to the beats of Celia Cruz and Frankie Ruiz. It’s the memories of visiting Papi and watching him run to the backyard to get a coconut ready for me. Food is a way for us to embrace our culture and strengthen relationships, and it also gives us an opportunity to learn about our history. Mami was the best at cooking arroz con pollo, pernil (slow-roasted pork shoulder), bacalaitos (deep-fried codfish fritters), and papas rellenas (fried stuffed potatoes)! Each dish is special because it keeps the love and knowledge of Puerto Rican food alive in our home, and it’s a way for us to remember our loved ones and the way they prepared meals.”
