Celebrate Black foodways at the BayHaven Food & Wine Festival from Wednesday, October 4 to Sunday, October 8!

The 2023 BayHaven Food and Wine Festival lineup includes:

It's a Family Affair Community Feast, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4
The opening night event features James Beard-nominated chefs Gregory Collier and Cleophus Hethington, among others. This family-style feast will highlight different styles of cuisine while celebrating the surrounding community. West Complex, 1600 W. Trade St.; $150 per person

Make Food, Not War Food and Beverage Symposium, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5
The 2022 Symposium was among the most popular events of the festival, and this year looks to be no different, with thought-provoking dialogue on food, education and culture. Food activist Dara Cooper is among the chefs, farmers and food media scheduled to participate in panel discussions. Chef Elena Lundy and the Johnson & Wales University culinary student team will prepare lunch. A portion of proceeds from this event will benefit two JWU scholarships. Johnson & Wales University, 801 W. Trade St.; $65-$105 per person

Au Naturale' Spirits-Free Dinner, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5
Chef Brandon Staton of Uptown Yolk and Chef Chayil Johnson of Community Matters Cafe will lead this family-friendly event which will feature mocktail pairings with each plated course. A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit Community Matters Cafe, which engages the community and helps provide recovery services to men and women who struggle with substance abuse and homelessness. In alignment with the mission of the cafe, no alcoholic beverages will be served during this event. Community Matters Cafe, 821 W. 1st St.; $160 per person

Up in Smoke: Pig Pickin and Oyster Roast, Noon-3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6
On the lunch menu? A whole hog roast, oysters and a plethora of sides and desserts, created by James Beard nominated Chef Josh Lee and Chef Adrian Lipscombe, among others.
419 E. 7th Street (Corner of North Caldwell and Eighth streets); $125 per person

Mother Earth: All Ladies Chef Dinner, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6
A celebration of the drivers of revolution and growth in the culinary industry: Women. The event will feature Chefs Quientina Stewart and Leah & Louise’s Courtney Evans, as well as additional female chefs. 1220 S. Tryon St.; $200 per person

Everybody Is A Star: Tasting Tent, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7
Expect more than 50 food and beverage talents taking part in a battle of food cities: Detroit, the DMV area, Charlotte, Chicago and Atlanta, including chefs Ederique Goudia, Jerome Grant, Jamie Barnes and Lamar Moore, among many others. Tickets include all food, wine and spirits tastings. 419 E. 7th Street (Corner of North Caldwell and Eighth streets); $100 per person

Serving the Soul Reception, 7 p.m.-12 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 7
Come dressed to impress for a gala, featuring a cocktail hour followed by live entertainment and a family-style dinner led by chefs David and Tonya Thomas of H3irloom Food Group. BFWF and Serving the Culture presents Serving the Soul a two party dining event.

Boogie Down Brunch and Day Party, 12-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8
Come ready to boogie and brunch while enjoying the wine and spirits during this mid-day party. The event features dishes created by 12 notable chefs as well as live entertainment. Embassy Suites, 401 E M.L.K. Jr Blvd.; $190 per person