Our Signature Event
——— Metro black expo presents
Sip & Plate
A Taste of Culture. A Sip of Excellence.
An unforgettable tasting experience celebrating the creativity, flavor, and excellence of melanated chefs and Black-owned spirits brands.
Small plates
Distinctive pours
Culture on every course
Crafted bites
Inspired pours
More than a tasting
Where every flavor has a story
Sip & Plate is Metro Black Expo’s signature culinary and spirits tasting experience. Discover signature dishes and distinctive spirits, thoughtfully brought together in a celebration of craft, culture, and community.
A pairing made for discovery.
Meet the creative minds behind every plate and pour. Each taste is an invitation to connect with the people and passion that make it exceptional.
01 / The plate
Chef-crafted bites
Sample signature small plates made with imagination, heritage, and a deep love of good food.
02 / The pour
Distinctive spirits
Raise a glass to Black-owned spirits brands bringing bold character and craftsmanship to every sip.
03 / The people
Stories worth sharing
Connect with the talented chefs and entrepreneurs whose vision makes every creation memorable.
An experience to savor
One Plate. One Sip.
Endless Flavor.
Come for the taste. Stay for the stories.