Fusing Cultures and Flavors: Two Entrepreneurs Bring Diversity to Bainbridge with Asian and Haitian Cuisine

Two entrepreneurs in Bainbridge are introducing a new wave of cuisine to the small town, offering residents a taste of international flavors. Christine Vancamp, the owner of Ono Kine Local Grindz, is bringing her Asian fusion dishes to Bainbridge, inspired by her Korean grandparents and upbringing in Hawaii. She offers mouth-watering options like shoyu chicken, kalbi, and lumpia to customers at her restaurant located at the Bainbridge Marina.

Ritho Jean Louis, the manager and owner of Ritho Caribbean Spot, has a different story. Growing up cooking for his sisters in Haiti, Louis brings a unique blend of flavors to the area. He shares how his journey to Bainbridge was influenced by the harvest seasons and a lack of traditional Haitian cuisine in the area. His desire to provide comfort food that reminded him of home led him to open his restaurant in Bainbridge.

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