Dominican Chef Riany Mena talks Latin + Asian flavors, launching Pataconia, cannabis-infused dinners + why he stepped back from the restaurant industry to reignite his passion for food.

Taking over the vintage 1960s bar, L’Roca Restaurant + Lounge is bringing Dominican flavor to the storied Elbo Room.

We paired Dominican Exec. Chef Riany Mena of Toro Cantina (+ Menu By Mena) with DJ/music producer Rome Thrasher and asked: If this dish were a track, what would it sound like?