April 23: Gustavo Romero of Oro by Nixta in Minneapolis; his cooking focuses on heirloom Mexican ingredients, especially via corn tortillas

Nonprofit partner: Huellas Latinas, an organization providing outdoor recreation and family programs

May 28: Cristian de Leon of El Sazón in Minneapolis and Eagan and the new Xelas in Stillwater; his cooking blends Mayan influences from Mexico and Guatemala

Nonprofit partner: COPAL, which works to build power and social change in Latino communities

June 25: Nettie Colón of pop-up concept Red Hen Gastrolab; her cooking reflects her upbringing in Puerto Rico

Nonprofit partner: Neighborhood House, which provides a variety of basic needs — food, housing, literacy and family support — to build stability in St. Paul

July 27: Rolando Diaz of Marna’s Eatery and Lounge in Robbinsdale; his cooking highlights traditional Costa Rican ingredients and recipes

Nonprofit partner: Latino Lead, working to develop Latino leadership in civic, nonprofit, and business spaces

Aug. 24: Pedro Wolcott of Guacaya Bistreaux in Minneapolis; his cooking is a creative fusion of his native Caribbean flavors and Louisiana style

Nonprofit partner: Open Arms, which delivers meals to people with critical illnesses and their families

September, October and November: Exact dates are still being finalized, but featured chefs will include José Alarcón, formerly of Popol Vuh and Centro; longtime local hospitality professional Noe Lara; Jorge Guzmán of Chilango and formerly Petit León; and local Venezuelan pastry chef Hilda Vera-Terhark of pop-up Holy Sins Royal Bakehouse.

Crasqui: 84 Wabasha St.; 952-600-5578; crasquirestaurant.com