Aurora Nights: Exploring Tribal Food Systems

Join us at Prairie Sky Breads for an unforgettable Aurora Nights event celebrating Indigenous food traditions and community!

🌱 Featuring Dr. Ruth De La Cruz – A leader in food sovereignty and a key figure in the MHA Community Garden, Dr. Ruth will share insights on revitalizing tribal food systems and showcase traditional heirloom seeds.

👨‍🍳 Dinner by Chef Juan De La Cruz – Enjoy a thoughtfully curated, family-style meal featuring Indigenous ingredients:

• Wild rice fritters with ginger dipping sauce
• Mandan white bean & hominy soup
• Braised bison with berry reduction, squash, and potato gratin
• Maple syrup pie & Hidatsa cornball
• Oneida strawberry drink

🌾 Hands-On Experience – Create a corn husk rose and try traditional corn milling with wooden mortars and pestles.

🎟 Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn, taste, and connect!