Taste the World: How Two New Businesses are Bringing International Cuisine to Bainbridge

Two new businesses in Bainbridge are bringing international cuisine to the small town, providing residents with a taste of flavors from around the world. Christine Vancamp, the owner of Ono Kine Local Grindz, is bringing her Asian Fusion cuisine to Bainbridge, inspired by her Korean grandparents and upbringing in Hawaii. She offers dishes like shoyu chicken, kalbi, and lumpia to customers.

Ritho Jean Louis, the manager and owner of Ritho Caribbean Spot, grew up cooking for his sisters in Haiti and brings a unique blend of flavors to the area. He explains how his journey to Bainbridge was influenced by the harvest seasons and a lack of traditional Haitian cuisine in the area. Louis plans on hosting a corn festival to showcase his heritage alongside other members of the Haitian and Latino community.

Both Louis and Vancamp are passionate about sharing their cultural heritage through food and providing a unique dining experience for the community. By offering Asian and Haitian cuisine in Bainbridge, they hope to introduce residents to new flavors and comfort food that they may not have experienced before. Their stories and dedication to their craft have brought diversity and international flair to the small town.