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AfriKin Foundation, Inc. · 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Institution · EIN# 85-2592611
Presented in partnership with the City of North Miami.
AfriKin Foundation Labor Day Weekend 2026
The Flavor of the Black World — on one table.
The Definitive Culinary Gathering
Taste of AfriKin is South Florida's premier celebration of African and Caribbean culinary excellence — and one of the most significant food events on the cultural calendar in North America. Every Labor Day Weekend, chefs from across the Global African diaspora bring their finest traditions to one table in Downtown North Miami, creating an evening that is as much about identity and legacy as it is about extraordinary food.
This is not community programming. This is cultural authority — a gathering where the world's richest food traditions are treated with the reverence they deserve. Where the craft of African and Caribbean cuisine is elevated to the global stage it has always deserved.
Officially presented with the City of North Miami, Taste of AfriKin is a destination event that draws food lovers, cultural leaders, culinary professionals, and international visitors who understand that the African diaspora table is one of the most dynamic and underrepresented forces in global cuisine.
From Lagos to Kingston, Accra to Port-au-Prince — the full spectrum of the diaspora, on one table.
The most spirited culinary rivalry in the diaspora. Ghana vs. Nigeria vs. Senegal. One winner. Bragging rights eternal.
Afrobeat, Reggae, Soca — live sets that keep the energy moving from the first tasting to the last dance.
Your ticket covers it all — unlimited food, cocktails, cultural performances, and live art installations.
The tastiest rivalry in the diaspora settles its score — again — on September 6th. Cast your vote. Defend your heritage. Eat magnificently.
What to Expect
Taste of AfriKin is engineered as a full-sensory experience. Every element — the food, the music, the art, the setting — is curated to transport you into the heart of the African diaspora.
Traditional plates, modern fusions, and rare specialties representing the full spectrum of African culinary legacy — from the continent to every corner of the diaspora.
High-stakes. Flavor-packed. The Jollof Cook-Off is the main event — a culinary showdown where national pride and recipes passed through generations collide.
Afrobeat, Reggae, Soca — live sets curated to match the energy of the evening. Plus Afro-diasporic dance performances that transform the space.
Immersive art woven throughout the evening — visual works that speak to the same cultural identity the food celebrates.
Handcrafted goods, fashion, and lifestyle brands from across the diaspora — a marketplace that celebrates Black creativity and entrepreneurship.
Curated cocktails and beverages that complement the culinary journey — included with your ticket, crafted to match the spirit of the evening.
The Table
Every dish at Taste of AfriKin is a story — a recipe carried across oceans, refined across generations, and brought to Miami with pride.
From the Archive
Last year's Taste of AfriKin was a milestone. Watch the recap — then imagine what 2026 looks like.
Taste of AfriKin 2025 · Maison AfriKin at Scott Galvin Community Center · North Miami, FL
Secure Your Seat
This event sells out every year. Doors open at 5:30 PM. All tickets include unlimited food tastings, cocktails, live music, and cultural programming.
General Admission
$45
Unlimited tastings included
VIP Experience
$95
Premium access & early entry
Group & Corporate
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Tables of 8+ · Branded experiences
Free parking · All ages · Doors at 5:30 PM · No refunds · This event will sell out.
For Culinary Professionals
Taste of AfriKin is not a neighborhood food fair. It is the defining platform for African and Caribbean culinary excellence in North America — attended by food critics, cultural tastemakers, media, investors, and an audience that deeply values authentic culinary craft.
Chefs who participate gain visibility far beyond Miami. Our audience includes culinary press, event promoters, hospitality executives, and cultural figures from across the diaspora — the exact relationships that transform a remarkable local chef into a name that travels.
We are actively expanding Taste of AfriKin to new markets. If you are based outside Miami and see the opportunity to bring this event to your city, we want to hear from you.
Bring your signature dish to Miami's most prestigious African and Caribbean culinary platform. Open to professional chefs and culinary entrepreneurs representing the African diaspora.
Apply NowJoin the curated vendor village. Food, beverage, fashion, lifestyle, and artisan goods from across the diaspora. Limited spaces available.
InquireExpanding Globally
We are receiving interest from promoters and cultural organizations in multiple markets who want to bring the Taste of AfriKin experience to their cities. If that is you, let's build something together.
Markets of Interest
Sponsorship Opportunities
Taste of AfriKin reaches one of the most valuable and underserved audiences in the market — culturally engaged, economically active adults from across the African diaspora and their global community. Your brand at this table is not just visibility. It is alignment with cultural leadership.
Presenting
$50,000
Culinary
$25,000
Community
$10,000
Custom packages available. Contact info@afrikin.org or +1 (305) 900-5523.
Presented With
AfriKin Foundation, Inc. · 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Institution · EIN# 85-2592611
Presented in partnership with the City of North Miami.
The Setting
The event unfolds at Maison AfriKin at Scott Galvin Community Center — a cultural landmark in the heart of Downtown North Miami, perfectly situated between Miami Shores and Aventura. Free parking. All ages welcome.
Address
1600 NE 126th Street
North Miami, FL 33181
Event Hours
Doors 5:30 PM
Event 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Getting Here
Free on-site parking
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September 6, 2026 · North Miami
This event will sell out. Secure your seat now and be part of the most important culinary gathering in the African diaspora this year.