The latest addition to the Mercato collection…Introducing Mercato Ilford, opening on Thursday 11th July 2024. True and consistent in their vision - Mercato Ilford, a transformed car park, will spark regeneration for the local area, in what is the first sustainable food market for it’s local…
SEASONED - In Celebration of Black History Month
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Description
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Live Music, Activity and Food/Drink Festival
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Tickets from free
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East London
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Afrobeats, Hip Hop/RnB and Reggae
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All Ages Welcome
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Fri, 18th Oct 2024 - Sun, 20th Oct 2024
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10:00 - 23:00
Seasoned: A Celebration of Black History Through Food, Music, and Culture
🎉 Date: Friday 18th October 2024 until Sunday
20th October 224
📍 Location: Mercato Ilford, 3 Chadwick
Rd, Ilford IG1 1EQ
Event Overview:
Get ready to embark on a journey celebrating the richness of Black
history and culture through food, music, and art. "Seasoned" is a
vibrant event that brings together culinary traditions from across
the globe, soulful music, and cultural workshops. Whether you're a
foodie, a music lover, or simply looking to connect with the rich
history of the African diaspora, this event is for you.
Event Highlights:
🍲 A Feast of Flavours
Taste an array of delicious dishes from around the world, each
telling a unique story of heritage, innovation, and perseverance.
From classic soul food to Caribbean, African, and Creole
delicacies, this food fair will offer something for every palate.
Prebook your tickets and receive 10% off Twerk n' Jerk or Injera
Hub.
🎶 Soulful Sounds
Immerse yourself in live performances that celebrate the musical
legacy of Black culture. Enjoy a mix of jazz, rhythm & blues,
Afrobeats, hip-hop, and more, with performances by DJ's and live
artists.
🎨 Cultural Workshops
Learn from artisans, musicians, and historians in engaging
workshops. These hands-on sessions will cover topics such as, the
influence of Black art on contemporary culture, and the historical
roots of the music we love today.
Event SCHEDULE:
Friday 18th October 2024
12am until 2.30pm: "Taste of The Caribbean" Artisan Market with Black Woman's Kindness Initiative
12pm until 1pm: A
Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony with Injera
Hub
7pm until 9pm:Live
music: Maiuko
Afro-Jazz Quartet - Maiuko's music blends African rhythms and
cadences with the sinews of jazz and blues, filtered through
contemporary styles and older Celtic traditions.
Saturday 19th October 2024
10:30am until 12pm: "Crafting for Black History" family
workshop with Black Woman's Kindness Initiative
3:00pm until 6:00pm: Live Music:
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Claire - with popular songs from various genres and decades
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Ayo Bamidele - Singer Songwriter acoustic soul and folk
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Afia Lorraine - Singer/songwriter/guitarist with original songs and some covers
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Dread Fury - UK singer-songwriter and one-man band, both in the studio and live, using a number of different instruments through a loop pedal, creating an invisible band loaded with groove that makes it impossible for the audience members not to dance
6pm until 11pm: Live DJ with Some Voices Radio
Sunday 20th October 2024
12pm until 1pm: A Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony with Injera Hub
1:30 pm till 2:30 pm: Live
music: House of La Touche –
singers from the soul/gospel/R & B community choir led by Jenny La
Touche from London Community Gospel Choir.
2:30pm until 4:30pm: "Sounds of the Caribbean" Music and spoken
word with Black Woman's Kindness Initiative
Admission:
Free Entry + 10% off Twerk N' Jerk or Injera Hub with pre-booked
tickets
For Black Woman's Kindness Initiative's events, please
book here.
Let’s celebrate history, culture, and unity—together! ✊🏾
Offers
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Tickets/Times
| Ticket | Event time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Prebooked Entry + A Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony with Injera Hub - Friday 18th October 2024 | 10:00 - 23:00 | Free admission |
| Prebooked Entry + African Drumming and Dance Class - Saturday 19th October 2024 | 10:00 - 23:00 | Free admission |
| Prebooked Entry + A Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony with Injera Hub - Sunday 20th October 2024 | 10:00 - 23:00 | Free admission |
Location
Address
MM Ilford 3 Chadwick Rd, IG1 1EQ
Area
East London
Organiser
Mercato Metropolitano
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