Redefining culinary culture in East Boston
La Esquina Verde
La Esquina Verde is the brainchild of co-founders Mónica Leitner-Laserna and Chef Ricardo Monroy. Together, we're on a mission to revolutionize East Boston's culinary scene. Through cooking classes, workshops, community meal programs, and various other initiatives, we aim to create a space where the community can engage with the food process from farm to table and learn about sustainable practices.
Our Vision
At La Esquina Verde, we envision more than just a culinary hub. We see it as an incubator for ideas, a classroom for sustainable practices, and a gathering space for the community. Our mission is to make food not only a source of nourishment but also a catalyst for community well-being and environmental stewardship.
How we plan to serve East Boston
Community Meal Pick-Ups
Enjoy freshly crafted meals made with locally sourced produce and responsibly used surplus ingredients. Partnering with Boston-based farms and nonprofits focused on food security, we ensure accessibility for all, subsidized by grants and food donations.
Customized Meal Plans
Our ready-to-eat meal plans offer convenience and culinary excellence. Catering to East Boston's diverse palates, these bespoke plans ensure superior service and meet the lifestyle needs of those seeking custom meals and nutrition.
Greenhouse Mezzanine & Venue
Our biophilic sanctuary will intertwine state-of-the-art culinary facilities that create a vibrant nucleus of culinary innovation. Our multifaceted venue will be designed to nurture a community of chefs, artists, and food enthusiasts, all dedicated to advancing a sustainable food culture.
Culinary Instruction & Education
Leveraging our founders’ expertise as chef instructors and culinary program coordinators, La Esquina Verde will offer diverse cooking classes targeting different audiences, tailoring content for corporates, couples, individuals, as well as schools and nonprofits.