Jamaica Kalika is a filmmaker, farmer, and chef of Ndebele, Jewish, and Cape Verdean heritage, based in Washington, DC. Her work is exalted at the intersection of filmmaking, farming, and food preparation. It showcases the belief and narrative that food and film are fundamental elements of culture, essential for passing down stories and values across generations.
Through her artistry, she aspires to build a future where nourishment and storytelling go hand in hand, cultivating spaces of connection, empowerment, and cultural preservation. Her work has been supported by Visionary Justice StoryLab and the Southern Foodways Alliance.
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Jamaica Kalika
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