Francisca is a lady from El Llano, she’s 55 years old, and is extremely passionate about cooking and influenced by her Asian grandfather, from whom she learned different culinary techniques. In her house, there was a farm where chickens were raised, which were cooked by her over charcoal to be sold downtown. Her grandfather is her biggest inspiration, and she desires to create a flavorful, unique, and homely experience.

Francisca’s grandfather, Hiroshi, emigrated to South America in 1905; there he met María, who 2 years later would give birth to Rosa, who in turn would marry at age 15 with Francisco, and they would have Francisca in 1923. She is the protagonist of this story.

From her mother and grandmother, she learned to correct with love in order to achieve her goals, and that family is the most important thing. Also, from her father, she took the love for work. Her grandfather taught her to be proud of her roots and to love cooking.

Francisca is that sweet lady who laughs as hard as she works and learned from her predecessors and traveling friends the value of being useful, productive, and strong. Francisca arrived in Miami to remind us that it’s not a matter of luck to stand out in the country that welcomes us, but is not ours. And that a good Charcoal Chicken is eaten surrounded by good company and people who love each other.