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henry blanco

Head of El Viejo Central American Kitchen

Gaithersburg, MD

Gaithersburg-based restaurateur Henry Blanco leads El Viejo Central American Kitchen, a fast-casual concept inspired by Central American home cooking. Named in honor of his father, El Viejo brings traditional dishes into a modern and accessible dining experience. Henry’s vision is to expand El Viejo into new markets while preserving its emotional and cultural authenticity.

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