Saturday, February 1, 2025 Seattle marks Black History Month in February, celebrating and acknowledging the significant contributions and enduring influence of the city’s Black community. “Visit Seattle” encourages both residents and visitors to engage with and support the Black communities throughout the month. Discover Seattle’s Growing Culinary Scene Explore the city’s dynamic culinary landscape by dining at the new Black-owned restaurants and bars.
Lil’ Brown Girl, a fast-casual eatery founded by James Beard nominee Chef Kristi Brown in October, features a menu rooted in the traditions and heritage of Seattle’s Central District. Opened in June 2024 in the Belltown area, Lenox introduces an innovative Afro-Latin cuisine by Jhonny Reyes, a chef of Caribbean descent and a “Chopped” champion on Food Network, blending flavors from Puerto Rico, Cuba, and local influences. Downtown’s WeRise Wines, a recent addition, showcases wines crafted by Black and BIPOC winemakers from the Pacific Northwest.
Support Black-Owned Businesses and Creatives Engage with and contribute to Seattle’s Black culinary and arts sectors through various fundraising and community events. On February 8, partake in the fourth Soul of Seattle event, featuring Black-owned food stalls, live music, and a silent auction to support local businesses and the Mentoring Urban Students and Teens (MUST) nonprofit. At ARTE NOIR, a nonprofit gallery and retail space in the historic Central District, .
