The African Influence of American Food

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Date/Time
Date(s) - 02/07/2026
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Location
Philadelphia City Institute

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Some West African foods were brought from the Motherland to the United States. Are you eager to learn more about African American foodways? You have two opportunities to hear activist and longtime chef, Valerie Erwin, present, first at the Philadelphia City Institute and then at the Paschalville neighborhood library. Learn how spices, storytelling, and culture come together on the plate while enjoying interactive Black History games, prizes, and community connection. Get ready to experience a live cooking demonstration exploring the rich history behind dishes deeply rooted in the African diaspora and its culinary traditions. Click the registration link to reserve your spot!

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