44th annual Black Cuisine unites Bayview Hunters Point on Saturday, April 27

The popular annual Black Cuisine celebration at Bayview Senior Services will be back April 27. – Photo: Don Bowden by Neal Hatten and Kevin Epps For 44 years running, Bayview Senior Services has hosted the annual Black Cuisine event, a vibrant celebration deeply rooted in African American culture. Originally conceived as a soul food cooking competition among seniors, the event has flourished into a cultural extravaganza, drawing participants and attendees from across the city.  Photo: Don Bowden This year’s Black Cuisine promises an array of culinary delights, entertainment and a bustling marketplace.& Reflecting on the event’s evolution, Mrs. Classie remarked, “Black Cuisine is one of the most fun-filled festivals in San Francisco. I’ve been involved for 16 years. I started working here in 2008 and I love it; the Black Cuisine is gonna be a fun thing.”& From its humble beginnings in the senior center at 1706 Yosemite, Black Cuisine has become a community-wide affair, embracing diverse organizations and individuals contributing to its Black cultural flavor. This year’s event will be held on April 27, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at 1753 Carroll Ave. Young people and entertainers from the community participate in performances, growing Black businesses bring...