CUISINE

THE TASTE OF BLACK CULTURE

a cup of dirty rice at the spring 2023 festival
vegan mac and cheese from vibrant alkaline food vendor

Food has played a significant role in Black culture for centuries. It has served as a means of preserving cultural traditions, a source of community and socialization, and a way to transmit historical and cultural knowledge. These dishes often have cultural and historical significance and can be traced back to the African diaspora.

The Black Food Truck Festival celebrates this history by inviting over 40 food trucks offering an array of cuisines from Black American Soul Food to West African dishes.

a basket of fish and shrimp at the spring 2023 bftf
a plate of soul food at the spring 2023 bftf
vegan burgers from peace of soul food truck at the black food truck festival

Peace of Soul Vegan

We are eternally grateful for the food truck and vendors that share their culinary talents with us. Our goal is to make a huge economic impact in the Black community by providing support to these businesses.

In addition to the festival, we are hosting events throughout the year featuring local bands and catering from past vendors.

a photo of a pineapple bowl at the black food truck festival in ladson, sc fall 2022 festival
a woman eating nachos at the bftf spring 2023

Thank you to our amazing vendors!

a photo of someone making a pineapple bowl at the black food truck festival
a man eating grilled corn at the black food truck festival
a photo of a man eating a pineapple bowl at the black food truck festival