Our story

Maracocina (Dining, Decor, Apparel) was born from a house filled with tradition, love, and the bold flavors and colors of two cultures. Our story begins in Maracaibo, Venezuela, where founder Alfonso Acosta grew up surrounded by the rich aromas of home-cooked meals and beautiful serving items and cozy clothing. His grandmother, a spirited woman from Seville, Spain, passed down her treasured recipes, the way of serving them and the colorful handmade clothing that told stories, connected generations, and brought people together. From a young age, Alfonso learned that traditions can be a vibrant way of living  more than sustenance. It was memory, heritage, and connection. With every stir of the pot, every pinch of spice, it's serving, and every colorful design he was preserving a legacy. Years later, after moving to the United States, Alfonso found himself longing for those same memories. But, what he found in stores didn’t reflect the spirit of his family. So, he returned to his roots, perfecting his grandmother’s recipes,  experimenting with local ingredients, collecting beautiful dinnerware, and designing cozy t-shits to create something new yet timeless. That’s how Maracocina was born—“Mara” for Maracaibo, and “cocina,” the Spanish word for kitchen. What started as a small passion project in his home  quickly grew by word of mouth. Friends, neighbors, and local food lovers couldn’t get enough of his creations, each item filled with tradition, originality, and heart. Today, Maracocina continues to honor its origins with everything we craft. Our mission is simple: to bring people together with authentic decor, gourmet flavors and clothing inspired by family, culture, and love. 

Welcome to our kitchen. Welcome to Maracocina.