Make 11 years, in 2015, The Cajón del Maipo saw the birth of a project whose path continues forward, although in a different way than at the beginning, keeping alive its essence of generating community.
Bunna Coffee will celebrate its new anniversary with its traditional annual meeting that will take place in a festive day called “Living Roots, The Origin”, an event that will take place next Saturday 2 of May In the sector of The Canelo, maintaining that indestructible bond with his crib, the Cajon del Maipo.
“We are very happy to meet again at this annual event that is now a tradition to celebrate another year of Bunna”, manifested Jorge Espinoza, founder of Bunna, a Reggae Chalice Magazine.
The leader of this project emphasized that “Every time we meet we look for opportunities to see the brothers, our close ones, our family, our followers, customers, friends, supporters, to be able to meet and share”.
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A different celebration
Unlike previous years, This edition moves away from the traditional musical format to focus more on interaction, inviting friends, to families, and in general to all “three” to participate in a day of dialogue, learning and unity.
“Bunna is already like a child 11 years that thinks differently, that seeks to transmit a spirit of harmony and universal love”, Espinoza emphasized about this year's concept.
Although it is true that the “coffee ceremony” -the “ritual” Ethiopian when taking this concoction- will remain as always, just like a musical section, On this occasion the meeting will have cultural expressions and experiences of various kinds.
“This year the idea is that everyone is part of the show, sharing, talking, interacting and discussing. Looking for a more literary proposal, with exhibitions, cultural exhibitions and art galleries to promote communication. In a world with a lot of digital sound and social networks, The opportunity to meet with friends to share and discuss is valued”, said the representative of Bunna.
Historical tour exhibitions
This event coincidentally coincides with an important date, because just that day they will be fulfilled 20 years since the beginning of the first Rastafari Royal Visit, with the arrival of the first delegation of rasta elders from Jamaica, headed by Bongo Shephan Y Bongo Tawny, in addition to Sela Race, his wife, Empress Iffiya, Y Empress Esther.
To remember such a relevant event for the Rastafari movement in Chile, an exhibition will be held in which the importance of that cultural encounter will be discussed..
Likewise, Jorge Espinoza will relate the experiences and experiences that left him your trip to Ethiopia, held in November 2025, in which he visited cities such as Addis Ababa, Shasheman of the Night.
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Documentary and literature
In addition to these experiences, The meeting will serve to hold the preview of “Natural Mystic Festival, the documentary”, an audiovisual work that seeks to revive an iconic moment in the history of Chilean reggae, a 25 years of the massive event that paid tribute to Bob Marley at the National Stadium in 2001.
It will be his first public display before being released on 11 of May, coinciding with the anniversary of Bob Marley's death.
The book will also be presented “Ethiopia land of gods”, counting on the presence of its author, the Uruguayan restafari writer and reference Mane Congo (Osvaldo Gonzalez), while José María Caro will advance his next book “Word, Sound and Power” that addresses and delves into the legacy of the great Peter Tosh.
Bunna gastronomy for a day
One of the characteristics of Bunna, apart from coffee obviously, is that when it had its premises the food was much appreciated for the “bunnitos” Y “goodness” and customers in general.
Thus, During this event the Bunna Cafeteria will return for a day to enjoy delicious pizzas and other surprises.
“That day Bunna gastronomy will accompany us, Let's have Bunna Cafe for a day, do what we did in the project in the branches that we had”, Jorge stated.
Music is also part
Although this time the event will be different, music will not be missing, Well, the national singer will perform Angela, the “queen of reggae in Chile”, in addition to OskarT and friends to present the legendary album “Mate & Ganjah” of the Tanaka brothers, both in acoustic format, while Rootz Hi Fi will liven up the day in a strictly vinyl version.
As part of the talks, the reference of national hip-hop, Especially Meneses, will refer to the profound influence of black culture on urban music and reggae as a fundamental root.
“We hope people leave with their hearts full of good vibes., conversation and feel pampered by us, since they have been fundamental for the project”, Espinoza stated.
He added that the idea is “reciprocate the support and we hope you enjoy a family day. as a surprise, We will have a breakfast with Ethiopian coffee in Jebena for an opening in communion and conversation, starting this celebration”.
Tickets are only on sale via DM to the account IG de Bunna and after purchasing them you will be able to know the exact place of the event.
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