Chef Danny Peñalo, Executive Chef at Yarumba Dominican Restaurant in Miami, hosted a heartfelt celebration honoring over 160 Dominican mothers this past Sunday. The event combined tradition, community, and joy in an afternoon filled with music, delicious Dominican food, and cultural pride.
Organized in collaboration with INDEX-RD and the Dominican Consulate in Miami, the gathering featured special guest Geanilda Vásquez, the Honorable Consul, who addressed the attendees with an inspiring message about the strength of Dominican women.
The event included live music, raffles, traditional dishes, and special recognitions. Mothers in attendance enjoyed a warm and festive environment created by Chef Danny Peñalo and the Yarumba team, showcasing the restaurant’s commitment to Dominican values beyond cuisine.
“Celebrating our Dominican mothers means celebrating our roots, our strength, and our future,” said Chef Danny. “Yarumba is proud to be a home for our culture here in Miami.”
Event Highlights
- Over 160 Dominican mothers honored
- Hosted at Yarumba Dominican Restaurant
- Special appearance by Consul Geanilda Vásquez
- Coordinated with INDEX-RD and RDE Miami
- Live music, gifts, and Dominican cuisine
Partners and Collaborators
- INDEX-RD – Instituto de Dominicanos y Dominicanas en el Exterior
- Consulado Dominicano en Miami – Represented by Geanilda Vásquez
- Chef Danny Peñalo and the Yarumba team
This event reaffirms Yarumba’s role not only as a restaurant, but as a cultural and community hub for Dominicans living abroad.
Yarumba Dominican Restaurant
4740 NW 167th St, Miami Gardens, FL
Learn more at DannyPeñaloChef.com or follow the event coverage on Instagram via @ChefDannyDR.