Award-Winning Chef Todd Richards in conversation at the Africa Center

Award-Winning Chef Todd Richards Discussion & Book Signing Event at The Africa Center in Harlem

Join us for an unforgettable in-person event at The Africa Center-Teranga, featuring Celebrity Chef Todd Richards, a two-time James Beard Award Semi-Finalist and Culinary Director of Jackmont Hospitality Group, alongside Fabrice Armand, Founder of the Creole Food Festival!

Get your copy of Chef Richards’ latest book, Roots, Heart, Soul: The Story, Celebration, and Recipes of Afro Cuisine in America, personally signed while hearing about his incredible culinary journey.

Fabrice Armand will also share the Creole Food Festival’s inspiring mission to unite the African diaspora and foster connections through food and culture.

Reserve your spot today and prepare to be inspired by Chef Todd Richards' passion for Afro cuisine and cooking. Plus, enjoy some delicious treats that celebrate the flavors of the diaspora.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet three-time James Beard Award finalist and Culinary Director of Jackmont Hospitality Chef Richards and dive into the stories and recipes behind his new book.

We can’t wait to see you there!

This event is FREE WITH RSVP, but we kindly ask for your support through a donation to help us continue offering programs like this. The Creole Food Festival has long been dedicated to supporting culinary artists of color and is proud to announce the launch of the Creole Food Festival Scholarship Fund in 2026. This initiative will empower the next generation of talented chefs, restaurateurs, sommeliers, mixologists, sous chefs, farmers, and more.

This event is presented by Jackmont Hospitality Group, and Creole Food Festival. If you would like to sponsor or partner for this event or his entire NYC tour, please send us an email at [email protected]

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