Black Restaurant Week Celebrates Its Ninth Return to Huntsville

Huntsville, Alabama – The city is abuzz with flavor as the much-anticipated Black Restaurant Week returns for its ninth consecutive year. This annual culinary festival is all set to kick off this week, spotlighting locally owned black businesses, their delicious offerings, and their contribution to the vibrant local food scene.

13 Days of Gastronomic Delights

Scheduled to run for 13 days from commencement this Friday, the food festival will draw curtains on June 19th. The city’s locally owned black restaurants, food trucks, and vendors will feature an array of mouthwatering meals to treat the guests.

Over 100 such establishments are expected to participate, ensuring a rich and diverse culinary experience. This year’s event attempts to broaden public awareness about the black businesses putting Huntsville on the national food map.

R&B Soul and Blues Picnic: The Highlight Event

Adding glitter to this year’s Black Restaurant Week is the R&B Soul and Blues Picnic. This event promises to be a fusion of rhythm, blues, food, and celebration, encapsulating everything the festival stands for. The picnic will feature numerous local artists adding a musical note to the gastronomic harmonies of the day, celebrating the resilience and diversity of the black community in Huntsville.

Other Events to Look Forward To

While the R&B Soul and Blues Picnic promises to be a blockbuster event, there’s a lot more to look forward to during the 13-day celebration. Guests will be spoilt for choice with a myriad of options to pick from. The vibrant dining landscape will provide food lovers with endless opportunities to discover new eateries, revisit favorites, and take part in various food-themed events.

Spreading Awareness

According to event organizers, the prime objective of Black Restaurant Week is to provide a platform for black-owned businesses operating in Huntsville and to raise awareness of their valuable contributions to the community. This event is a brilliant opportunity for residents, both old and new, to explore innovative dishes, experience unique cuisines, and enjoy the city’s diverse food culture. Intrigued food lovers can visit the event website for a full list of participating restaurants and their unique offerings.

Be ready to embark on a unique gastronomic journey as Black Restaurant Week transforms Huntsville into a food lover’s paradise, once again, for 13 flavor-packed days.