A new, first-in-Texas festival celebrating Black culture with an emphasis on food and drink is coming to the Houston area this fall. Honeyland, a two-day festival showcasing Black food, spirits, music and art, is scheduled for Nov. 11-12.
Chris Williams of Lucille’s and Jonny Rhodes, of the now closed Indigo, in his exploration of Black chefs, culinarians, activists and writers shaping American food culture.
While Honeyland’s event’s lineup has yet to be announced, local and national culinary talents, musical acts and artists will be featured. Tickets are expected to go on sale in coming weeks. “Honeyland is a destination we’ve imagined to spotlight the best in Black expression, from the cuisines that have inspired culinary staples around the world to the music that has helped shape popular culture for generations,” Staci Hallmon, IMG’s senior vice president of arts and entertainment events in North America and Shawn Gee, president of Live Nation Urban, said in a joint statement.
In addition to working with local and diverse vendors, Honeyland is also committed to making an impact within the community. The Honeyland Fund, a philanthropic initiative, hopes to invest $1 million in grants to Black creators in Houston.
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