We are a small Grand Rapids business with a passion for spreading the love for the Caribbean. Our mission is to deliver our customers a taste of tradition and culture through our authentic Caribbean food. As we continue to grow, we are excited to announce that we will soon be expanding our presence and showcasing our products in new markets. Stay tuned for more updates on our journey to bring the flavors of the Caribbean to everyone
Exploring our connection to food
Gilma De La Cruz
Chef, CEO
Chef Gilma is from the Dominican Republic. Has lived in Grand Rapids since 2009. Chef Gilma graduated from GRCC’s culinary program in 2017. Her goal has been to expose Grand Rapids to the cooking and culture she grew up with in the Dominican Republic, which she described as homestyle, warm and tasteful. Chef Gilma owns El Caribe food truck with her husband Edward DeLaCruz which has been open for 4yrs. Chef Gilma believes the world is full of opportunities and is up to you to go out and get them.
“We share a Caribbean experience with food and culture. We share our story in every bite.”
gilma De La Cruz
Chef, CEO