The Family Reunion 2021

Presented by award-winning chef and author Kwame Onwuachi, The Family Reunion is a first-of-its-kind food event, inspired by the time-honored family reunions of his ancestors, as well as the culinary and cultural heritage of his Afro-Caribbean roots.

The inaugural multi-day celebration of diversity in the hospitality industry, was in August of 2021 at Salamander Resort & Spa in Middleburg, Virginia, in the state's picturesque horse and wine country.

In partnership with FOOD & WINE and Sheila C. Johnson, Founder and CEO of Salamander Hotels & Resorts, the groundbreaking annual event featured cooking demos, wine tastings, exclusive dinners and discussions with industry leaders. Past panel guests include Carla Hall, Nina Compton, Carlton McCoy, Mashama Bailey, Rodney Scott, Gregory Gourdet, Tavel Bristol-Joseph and Pierre Thiam.