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Festive Roots
Festive Roots

Fri, Dec 13

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UGK Studio

Festive Roots

A Culinary Celebration: Savor the Season Through Flavors of Africa & Beyond

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Dec 13, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

UGK Studio, 205 Hull St, Richmond, VA 23224, USA

About The Event

Festive Roots: A Celebration of Holiday Joy with Black Culinary Traditions 


This December, join us for an extraordinary evening of connection, storytelling, and celebration through food. UGK Culinary Director Steve Glenn invites you on a six-course culinary journey that weaves the threads of Black culture, resilience, and joy into an unforgettable holiday feast. Each dish will be paired with wines thoughtfully selected by UGK Wine Director Justin Ferguson


Our food is more than what’s on the plate; it’s a bridge to our history, a source of healing, and a celebration of survival. This dinner honors the legacy of African foodways that crossed oceans and endured trials, shaping the culinary traditions we know today. From the diverse flavors of the African continent to their transformations across the Caribbean and Americas, every course tells a story of heritage, innovation, and resistance.


Let’s gather together to celebrate the holiday season through dishes that represent…


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