At Dancing Chef Foundation, we believe in the power of creativity and nourishment to unite communities. Through vibrant events, we celebrate artistry, inspire connection, and provide sustenance for both the body and soul. Our mission is to create meaningful experiences that uplift artists, foster cultural exchange, and leave a lasting impact on every life we touch.


Building bridges one event at a time

Cultural Arts & Culinary Traditions

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Elevating Artists & Feeding Souls

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Join us in celebrating creativity and connection.

Explore our events or partner with us to make a difference.

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Our Services

WildRoot Fitness Bootcamp $444

1st day assessment no cost

5 weeks 1 hour class

Outdoor

I come to you or you come to Eastlake Seattle.

Dance Class Series — Sliding Scale

Suggested $444 however you may be eligible for a Donation Based Framework

Dance Fitness

Bachata, Salsa, Partner Work,

Explore the Music Behind the Dance

Your Community Event

$2250 - $7500

Event is Architected by Jaguar

Price includes Food Cost, We have a network of talent for participation.

Decorating the space

Meal includes 2 proteins

1 Starch

1 Fiber

Multi-Course Meals Available

Spatial Design Based on Bagua Feng Shui

Dance Performances or Dance Class

*We do not DJ in House However we do collaborate with other DJ’s

Astrology Readings — $88

Eastern or Western Astrology Reports

available

Astrocartography

Dharma Readings

Career Astrology

Relationship Astrology

  • Jaguar Rotan

    FOUNDER & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

  • Katt Pham

    SECRETARY & ADMINISTRATIVE ASSITANT

Mission and Vision

Let’s explore the world together. One immersive event at a time.

Mission
Dancing Chef Foundation builds bridges across cultures and communities through immersive storytelling experiences that blend culinary excellence, dance, and performance art. We break down barriers and foster understanding by celebrating diversity in all its forms. Through education, outreach, and dinner theatre-style gatherings, we amplify underrepresented voices and cultivate authentic connection

Vision
We envision a global community rooted in unity and the healing power of food, culture, and dance. Our work reshapes how people connect by blending nature, narrative, and artistic expression across borders and generations.

ABOUT
DANCING CHEF

The Dancing Chef Foundation was born from the lived experiences of founder Jaguar, whose childhood was deeply shaped by community, culture, and creativity. Raised in Florida by his great-grandmother—a Peruvian Medicine Woman—Jaguar learned early on that food could be medicine and magic. With guidance from his godfather, Oswald Williams, a Trinidadian chef, Jaguar’s love for cooking blossomed.

Jaguar was also a gifted violinist, once leading his middle school orchestra. But life took a hard turn after Oswald’s passing. He endured bullying, domestic abuse, and homelessness at 19. A chance moment—hearing salsa music playing in a Louisville restaurant—reawakened his spirit.

Despite brushes with the law, he chose a new path: culinary school. He graduated in 2005 and reignited his love for dance, competing on So You Think You Can Dance (Season 7, Miami).

In 2022, an ancestry test revealed Jaguar’s roots spanned 23 cultures—from Peru, Colombia, and Sri Lanka to Sweden and Nigeria. That revelation sparked the idea: unite cultures through food, dance, and storytelling.

Dancing Chef Foundation was born.

  • Community? Check.

  • Culinary storytelling? Check.

  • Performance and bridge-building? Absolutely.