Let MyKiss1031 Get You On the Guest List for Taste of Africa

I.M.P.A.C Outreach is pleased to present the 2021 4th Annual TASTE OF AFRICA: Diving Deep Into Culture!

We want to members of the MyKiss1031 family on the guest list for this fantastic event. All you need to do is tap the free KSSM app and use the entry form further down the page to enter our digital drawing. We'll choose names at random and give you a call if you win a spot on the guest list.

About this event

Join us as people of African descent gather at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center this Saturday, July 24 to celebrate the expansive African histories and cultures that the continent offers. This family-centered celebration of African cultures will explore tantalizing tastes, vibrant fabrics/fashions, exotic jewels, handcrafted art, vibrant sounds, breathtaking dancing movement, and other acts to show the audience an authentic cultural display.

I had the pleasure of talking with the founder of IMPAC Outreach, Rodney Duckett.

He explained the event's meaning and why it is so important to have an event like this.

He wanted to give back to the community by hosting this day of heritage and culture.

Rodney stated that it is not all about the food. The Taste of Africa is about knowing your roots and where African Americans came from.

Taste of Africa allows people to connect with the culture.

Rodney said in our interview that we might not have been to Africa, but we are connected to Africa in the kitchen.

African American cooking with family is a tradition deeply rooted in our ancestral past.

Taste of Africa keeps the enjoyment going with laughter!

IMPAC Outreach wants to invite everyone to come to experience the rich heritage of the African Culture.

12 and under will get in free, as well as 65 and older.

$10 cover at the door

KZamore Entertainment is proud to present the hilarious Aunt Pearlie’s Kitchen.

Doors Open at 430pm. Show Starts at 5 pm.

Aunt Pearlie's Kitchen

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