DJ Akademiks, a former aspiring DJ from Baltimore, began in the local party scene before landing a 2009 internship at WPGC with DJ Flexx. His hard work paid off—he now hosts The Night Show on WPGC 95.5, airing Monday to Saturday, 6–10 PM.
DC Vybe blends R&B with D.C.’s GO-GO sound, influenced by Chuck Brown. Known for their Pocket Jazz style, they perform locally and nationally, covering funk, R&B, jazz, and GO-GO with a full band and vocalists.
Shyla Cadogan is a Maryland-based practitioner who focuses on nutrition management for chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes, with a special interest in areas like anxiety, fatigue, gut health, and hormone support. Shyla's passion for nutrition is undeniable and deeply motivating.
A splash of color and creativity makes every celebration more fun, festive, and memorable. Whether you're a child or an adult, come get your face painted!
We love supporting our community, and we’re happy to offer a wide selection of local, minority-owned brands. Get a glimpse of a few of our brands who’ll be featured at our events!
Co-founders Pernell & Rod created BLK & Bold with the desire to unite coffee and tea lovers worldwide through a common interest of investing in community, specifically for the youth. With that philosophy, BLK & Bold pledges 5% of its proceeds to nonprofit organizations across America that are aligned to pouring into children the confidence, exposure, and guidance for them to be the best version of themselves. Coffee for you, impact for our youth.
Michele’s Foods, a minority and woman-owned company, produces specialty rich and creamy breakfast syrups which are truly “good over everything”. The signature syrup recipe was developed by Michele’s great-great-grandmother and passed down through her family for three generations.
Dip into any one of Mrs. Richardson’s mouth-watering ice cream toppings and dessert sauces and you'll immediately notice Baldwin Richardson's attention to quality and craft. From the most decadent hot fudge to the authentic fruit taste of our strawberry topping, your indulgent craving is sure to be satisfied.
Capital City, LLC is a minority, family-owned company based in the Maryland suburbs, owned by Charles and Arsha Jones. Arsha Jones was born and raised in Washington, D.C. and began to miss this sauce she grew up with when she moved to the suburbs and wanted to give her family a real taste of D.C. She regularly made mambo sauce in her kitchen for her boys and decided that it was good enough to market and sell. The Jones family has grown this home-based business into a successful company, providing a beloved product from their childhood to more people around the world.
Sylvia’s, LLC is a minority, family-owned company based in the Maryland suburbs, founded by Charles and Arsha Jones. Arsha Jones was born and raised in Washington, D.C. and began to miss this sauce she grew up with when she moved to the suburbs and wanted to give her family a real taste of D.C. She regularly made mambo sauce in her kitchen for her boys and decided that it was good enough to market and sell. The Jones family has grown this home-based business into a successful company, providing a beloved product from their childhood to more people around the world.
Glory Foods was founded on a vision to make truly authentic pre-seasoned southern vegetables steeped in generations of southern-style recipes and flavors. Glory Foods officially launched its line of 17 pre-seasoned canned vegetables to a “test-market” in Columbus, OH. Several years later, they added Hot Sauce and Muffin Mix. Today, they have grown to 64 products nationwide.
At Slap Ya Mama, we believe everyone is capable of making a delicious meal — just the way mama used to make. Whether you’re a seasoned pro (no pun intended!) or just learning your way around the black pot, our products are crafted to make good home cooking easy, enjoyable and stress-free.
We've celebrated with product highlights from more than 10 local, minority-owned and all around beloved businesses, live music by Tim on Bass, a charitable donation ceremony to Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence, raffles, giveaways, coupons and more! Check out the sights and sounds from year's past Celebration of Black History through Food and Fellowship at Safeway!
Registered Dietitian Summer Savior is on-site to answer any nutrition-related questions and hand out fruit and water samples!
Live mixing by DJ AKADEMIKS creates a fun atmosphere
Welcome Table features a preview of all participating brands, as well as a spin-wheel for shoppers to win prizes!
Shoppers enjoy fresh tastings like Stonewall Kitchen mini cornbread muffins spread with red pepper and hot pepper jelly