Join us for The Oxtail Off (21+) – an exhilarating culinary festival that brings together the vibrant tastes and traditions from across the Caribbean, African, Dominican, and wider diasporas. This exciting event promises a high energy event centered around flavor, culture, and entertainment, as home chefs compete for the prestigious title of The Oxtail Off champion, judged by some recognizable faces and known foodies!
Prepare your taste buds for a feast of exceptional oxtail dishes (along with chicken, fish, vegetarian and vegan options), as top diverse food vendors showcase their unique culinary mastery. Groove to the sounds of live music and cultural rhythms that span the globe, offering a fully immersive experience that celebrates community and heritage across the Carribbean, African an Afro-Latino Diaspora .
With exclusive VIP lounges, giveaways, amazing DJs, and the dyanmic duo Charles Beloved & Shireen Kuykendoll hosting, there is something for everyone to enjoy and the energy in the room will be captivating. Your participation not only indulges your senses but also supports charitable initiatives aimed at alleviating hunger and food insecurity.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable celebration of flavor and community. Secure your tickets now and be part of a cultural extravaganza where you can taste delicious food, dance, and make a difference!
Sponsored by: Postmates, Toast, Tito's Handmade Vodka, Eventnoire, Jim Beam, Ten to One Rum, LNK Mezcal
Community Partners: Out of Office, Arts of Movement, BERG Collective, & Chop Life
Onsite Food Vendors: Sattdown Jamaican Grill | Backyard Jerk | Soul'd Out Kitchen
Event benefits: Food Cycle LA | Food Cycle LA is building an infrastructure to reduce waste and intelligently route surplus food—whether it’s to people’s plates or composting. We're working to Feed People - Not Landfills and to reduce the negative environmental impact of wasted food.
Global Sounds by: DJ Benjamin Walker | Yannick Jones | Gianni Carter
Hosted by: Charles Beloved | Shireen Kuykendoll | Rob Lee
Run of Show
3pm - 5pm | Oxtail Off Cooking competition and food tasting
5pm - 6pm | Carribbean cultural celebration
6pm - 8pm | Turn up!