Teacher & Student Comments
Teachers-
- “I like the fact that you take something like restaurant décor/furnishings and humanize it–making my students think about where it comes from and more importantly, the people who make it. The food is excellent”
- Toby Frank, Spanish Teacher - Pinkerton Academy, Derry, NH
- “The program was wonderful because the students were able to see a real artist at work. They also enjoyed asking questions and hearing Spanish”
- Elizabeth Vanelli, Art Teacher - Stafford Middle School, Stafford, CT
- “It was great! The kids get to see, hear, touch and smell Mexico–right here in Augusta, Maine”
- Jana Diket, Spanish Teacher - Windsor Elementary School, Windsor, ME
- “I, along with the other chaperones and students, thought the program was wonderful. It was such a nice mix of information. The DVD presentation, tour, lessons from the chef and food were excellent.”
- Carla Savage, Spanish Teacher - Campton School, Campton, NH
- “Fabulous—up front and real—a valuable opportunity for our children to see, hear from native Spanish speakers and learn about how they live.”
- Barbara Rado Mosseau, Curriculum Administrator - MSAD53, Pittsfield, ME
- “Wonderful opportunity to see artists at work. Our students don’t often see this. Very positive Hispanic role models.”
- Eileen Emmons, Teacher - Windham Center Elementary School, Windham, CT
- “Outstanding!!! The whole experience was amazing. The DVD was educational and entertaining. The food was delicious and all of the art work was beautiful!”
- Jennifer Cedrone, Spanish Teacher - Norton Middle School, Norton, MA
Students-
- “I really loved the Mexican artwork and the tiles. The designs were great and everything was so colorful. I liked that everything was made in Mexico. It made me feel like I was there.”
- “I liked the kindness of the wait staff. They handled all of our requests while smiling. Everybody was so nice and patient.”
- “The enchiladas were incredible. I inhaled mine.”
- “The DVD movie clips were so interesting and our presenter knew a whole lot about Mexico.”
- “I like that they make everything fresh. The salsa was juicy and I liked the spicy one too.
- “I will definitely go back because the their food was healthy and delicious at the same time.”
