, /PRNewswire/ -- , the country's preeminent culinary celebration of color and excellence, has announced its slate of culturally rich programming for the inspiring and inclusive gathering next month. The sold-out event is helmed by some of the industry's top talent including , , , , , , and more. For 2024, The Family Reunion has a new charitable philanthropic beneficiary – the , Onwuachi's alma mater.
The event has also attracted new and elevated sponsors for 2024, including , , , , and . Presented by Chef, Restaurateur and Author in collaboration with and , the multi-day event crosses culinary boundaries and combines thought-provoking panel discussions, topical cooking demonstrations, inspiring recreational activities, daily "family" lunches, vibrant evening parties and late-night afterglows. Since being launched in 2021, The Family Reunion has become one of the nation's premier and most-popular culinary events – quickly selling out with approximately 1,000 people attending each day.
New this year, Appleton Estate, the premium spirit sponsor of The Family Reunion, will collaborate on a variety of programming designed to immerse guests in its rich Jamaican heritage, spotlight rum's cultural relevance and educate on the important role rum plays in the country's culinary history. Sessions, including the return of the popular breakout, 'Jerk: The Dish That Freed a Nation', will pair Appleton Estate Deputy Master Blender David Morrison with chefs and Osei "Chef Picky" Blacket.