Each year, Bon Appétit Management Company takes advantage of the opportunity to honor and celebrate the cultural heritage of our team members and guests who identify with the Hispanic and Latinx community. Hispanic Heritage Month takes place from September 15th to October 15th, aligning with significant anniversaries of independence across Latin America. We are thrilled for the chance to recognize and uplift the voices of our culinarians through their recipes and food traditions.
This year, we are shining a light on corn as an integral staple across Central and South America. While there are countless distinct culinary histories throughout Latin America and the diaspora, both fresh corn and ground corn masa serves as the backbone of many food traditions, from the Mexican highlands to the Peruvian lowlands and beyond. We are excited to dive into the history of the domestication of corn and its significance to Indigenous communities in the Americas , and share examples of corn as a dynamic agricultural and culinary staple.
Join us as we recognize the range and importance of amazing maize, and celebrate the contributions and experiences of our Hispanic community members this month, and all year long.