Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the FBX Taste of Excellence, one of the Festival’s most exciting and competitive events! Join us on June 27, 2025, from 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, FL, as the best local chefs, caterers, and restaurants go head-to-head in an epic culinary showdown.

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Prepare to be amazed as each chef crafts their most prized and sought-after dish, blending culture, tradition, and creativity in every bite. Inspired by the #1 Netflix show "High On The Hog", this is your chance to experience flavors and techniques passed down through generations—savory and sweet dishes influenced by cultures from around the world.

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With over 20 chefs bringing their A-game, you’ll embark on a mouthwatering journey through diverse cuisines, from the rich heritage of the motherland to every corner of the world African Americans have shaped. You’ll have the unique opportunity to help choose the winners of coveted awards like Best Dish, Top Chef, and Best Presentation, all while indulging in an open bar and enjoying live entertainment.

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But that's not all—the FBX Taste of Excellence is more than just a food festival. It’s a philanthropic event benefiting local education and after-school programs. Over $20,000 in scholarships and funding has been raised through this event, helping to shape brighter futures for students in our community.

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Dress to impress in semi-formal attire and get ready to experience an evening of incredible food, culture, and impact.

 

Tickets available soon!