Black Pepper Food Festival

Celebrate culinary creativity and community during a daylong festival featuring Black-owned restaurants, wine tastings, live music and interactive food experiences.

Black Pepper Food & Wine takes place Saturday, November 8 (location to be announced) as part of Veterans Day weekend. This immersive event spotlights Black-owned businesses through a lineup of food and cocktail demonstrations, artisan pop-ups, music performances, DJ sets and spirited competitions.

Centered on the principles of group economics and cross-cultural support, the festival highlights a wide range of culinary and beverage vendors, including Black-owned wine and spirit brands. Attendees can explore diverse cuisines, connect with local entrepreneurs and enjoy appearances by chefs and food personalities shaping today’s food scene.

Designed as both a celebration and a call to action, Black Pepper Food & Wine invites attendees of all backgrounds to engage in a shared experience that promotes awareness, connection and collective advancement.