Savor Local Stories & Support Civic Engagement!

Gentryfries is a community archiving culinary project that celebrates the rich history and vibrant cultures of Oceanside and North San Diego County supported by FSBN City of San Diego Art and Culture and Prebys Foundation.Gentryfries is created by The Hill Street Country Club in collaboration with local archives, and guest artist Alejandro Arreguin Villegas, Gentryfries transforms family stories, photographs, and documents into artistic archival records—beautifully wrapped around every serving of crispy fries.

Each fry container serves as a vessel of history, offering a delicious and meaningful way for the community to connect with their heritage while engaging in civic action. By highlighting the impact of public policy on housing and displacement, Gentryfries aims to increase awareness and foster a deeper understanding of local history.

Through this project, we create human connections between past and present neighbors, encouraging compassionate support for policies that prioritize keeping people housed and strengthening the fabric of our community. Whether you’re savoring the taste of history or sharing your own story, Gentryfries invites you to be part of a movement that nourishes both body and soul, inspiring us all to build a more connected and just community—one fry at a time.

Join us in celebrating the flavors and stories that shape our neighborhoods and advocate for a future where everyone has a place to call home.