Spudnik Press continues to gear up for our annual Hashbrown Chili Cook-Off. Today we introduce The Chicago ACT Collective, a newcomer to the club. On Saturday, March 19, The Chicago ACT Collective will be defending their organization with a chili recipe developed by Member and Co-founder, William Estrada. Will they be able to take home the Golden Laddle of 2016? Get your tickets to the 2016 Hashbrown Chili Cook-Off to help determine their fate!
Organization: The Chicago ACT Collective
Guest Chef: William Estrada, Co-Founder
Spudnik Press Cooperative (SPC): The Chicago ACT Collective is brand new! What let to you starting this group?
William: Chicago has a long history, and current practice, of creative resistance — artists and activists working together to envision social change. With the launch of The Chicago Artists Creating Transformation (ACT) Collective, we will build the capacity to produce socially and politically engaged art and deepen the impact of creative resistance in local communities. Rooted in printmaking practices, ACT will contribute to the long tradition of political printmakers giving greater voice to activism, sparking dialogue and new ideas, and bringing about transformative social change. The collective will be a structure and a process that is collaborative and community-based, creating a larger network of support to local artists, activists, and grassroots organizations. We hope to impact both the arts and political spheres, bridging together artistic activism in new ways that broadens the reach of both the arts and the organizing work of Chicago communities.
SPC: Why do more people need to know and support ACT Collective?
William: As artists and community members, its always a good thing to support those who are doing transformative work. We aim at supporting the grassroots organizations and individuals who are affecting change in our communities. You should support us so we can support individuals transforming our communities.
SPC: What is a tagline that could represent BOTH your organization and your chili?
William: Collectively Created + Community Based + Rich in Flavor.
SPC: Can we leak any details about what our guests can expect to find in your crockpot on March 19?
William: It will be spicy!
William’s Favorites:
Favorite Chef: My Mom.
Favorite Restaurant: Zacatacos.
Best Cookbook: The Taco Cleanse
Favorite Bean: Pinto Bean – you can never go wrong with Pinto beans!
Favorite recipe: Its all improvised and based on taste.