About this Event
🌍 AfriThrive's Taste of Africa: An Annual Flagship Culinary Experience & Fundraiser
AfriThrive is a non-profit based in Maryland focused on building thriving families through providing culturally meaningful foods and services.
At our 2nd annual Taste of Africa, guests:
📍 Embark on a guided culinary journey across the 5 regions of Africa (East, West, North, South, and Central).
📍 Enjoy an immersive cultural experience that celebrates the richness and diversity of African cuisine, bringing together community leaders, businesses, partners, and supporters in support of a shared mission.
📍 Explore thoughtfully curated tasting stations and discover the unique flavors, traditions, and stories of different regions across the continent.
📍Experience how food serves as a powerful connector of culture, community, and well-being.
Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy:
🥘 Thoughtfully curated tasting experiences featuring authentic cuisine from local African restaurants and chefs
🎭 Cultural experiences and engaging programming
🏠 Opportunities to connect with community leaders, local businesses, and supporters
📽️ An inspiring presentation highlighting AfriThrive's impact and vision
🎗️ Meaningful opportunities to support AfriThrive's Food as Medicine program
Every ticket helps make a difference. Proceeds from Taste of Africa directly support AfriThrive's Food as Medicine initiatives, expanding access to fresh, nutritious, and culturally appropriate foods, produce prescription programs, nutrition education, community partnerships, and other evidence-based approaches that improve health outcomes and reduce food insecurity across the Greater Washington region.
Whether you're discovering new flavors, celebrating your heritage, or supporting a meaningful cause, Taste of Africa invites you to discover Africa through the universal language of food.
Event Schedule
VIP Admission: 5:00 PM
General Admission: 6:00 PM
Program Begins: 6:15 PM
Guests can expect a thoughtfully curated three-hour experience that blends culture, cuisine, and community in support of a meaningful cause.
Dress Code: Business Casual or Cultural Attire Encouraged
Every tasting tells a story. Every ticket transforms lives.
Event venue & nearby stays
Evolution by Reich World LLC, 15237 Display Court, Rockville, United States
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