Chef JJ Johnson (Agency Submitted Press Photo)

Published on January 26th, 2024 | by Dr. Jerry Doby

Chef JJ Johnson Hosts ‘The Cookout’: A Flavorful Celebration of Black Cuisine

The South Beach Wine & Food Festival® presents an exciting event, The Cookout, hosted by celebrity Chef JJ Johnson and presented by Stella Artois. This beachside celebration, taking place at the iconic Eden Roc Miami Beach, promises a delectable journey through African American and Caribbean cuisine.

Event Details

Date & Time: Saturday, February 24, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Eden Roc Miami Beach, 4525 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Co-host and Special Guests

Joining as co-host is Angela Yee, host of Way Up with Angela Yee.

Special guest chefs include

Chef Kevin Ashade, owner of Pangea Restaurant & Bar (Dallas, TX)
Chef Karim Bryant, owner of Lil Greenhouse Grill (Miami, FL)
Chef Tristen Epps, executive chef at Eden Roc (Miami, FL)
Chef Justin Gaines, chef proprietor at Tap@1918 (Rocky Mount, NC)
Chef Amaris Jones, owner of Chick N Jones (Miami, FL)
Travis Reece, owner of Chef Reece Kitchen (Miami, FL)
Daren Reid, owner of PurpleLit Oyster Company (Miami, FL)
Ronnie Faust, owner of Fat Ronnie’s Burger Bar (Miami, FL)
Chef Derrick Turton, owner of World-Famous House of Mac (Miami, FL)

Chef JJ Johnson’s Vision

Chef JJ Johnson, the visionary behind “The Cookout” and author of “The Art of Rice,” aims to showcase the beauty and brilliance of African American culinary traditions. The event is a unique opportunity to honor and savor the contributions of the African Diaspora.

A Culinary Journey

Foodies will experience a culinary journey through the rich tapestry of Black culture, with signature dishes from a diverse group of local and national Black chefs. The stunning outdoor setting of the iconic Eden Roc Miami Beach adds to the ambiance.

Founder’s Perspective

Lee Schrager, Founder of SOBEWFF®, expresses excitement about The Cookout, noting its significance in bringing people together through shared moments, diverse flavors, and communal celebration.

Celebrating 23 Years, the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF®) is a national, star-studded, four-day destination event showcasing the talents of the world’s most renowned wine and spirits producers, chefs, and culinary personalities. The Festival takes place February 22 – 25, 2024, with four days of over 105 events and over 500 food-related professionals present.

Event Logistics

Tickets: Currently available at $150, including all food and drinks.
Music: 99 Jamz She-J Hercules will spin the best urban hits.
Dress Code: Stylish casual attire for this outdoor event.

Don’t miss this flavorful celebration of Black cuisine at The Cookout. For tickets and more information about The Cookout and other SOBEWFF® events, visit www.sobewff.org. This will be a day of delicious dishes, diverse flavors, and communal joy!

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Chef Amaris Jones
Chef JJ Johnson, Lee Brian Schrager, D-Nice
Chef JJ Johnson
DJ Mike Deuce, D-Nice

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About the Author

Dr. Jerry Doby Editor-in-Chief of The Hype Magazine, Media and SEO Consultant, Journalist, Ph.D. and retired combat vet. 2023 recipient of The President's Lifetime Achievement Award. Partner at THM Media Group. Member of the U.S. Department of Arts and Culture, the United States Press Agency and ForbesBLK.