# Event Details - **Event Name**: Seafood Gumbo & History: welcome to a Black History Month Kitchen - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Let's connect with comforting traditionAbout this EventCook with us family style! This immersive Black History Month cooking class invites guests into the heart of Black American culinary tradition through dishes rooted in Louisiana, family, and community. Guided by Chef Evelyn, you’ll prepare an authentic Seafood & Chicken Gumbo, Southern Sweet Potato Casserole, and classic New Orleans Bread Pudding with Caramel Rum Sauce recipes that have long nourished generations and carried stories of resilience, creativity, and care.Southern Story: Chef Evelyn shares personal reflections from summers spent in Louisiana with family and her deep connection to Southern roots, exploring how food became a foundation for family bonds, cultural identity, and community stability. More than a cooking class, this is a cultural engagement experience where history is honored, traditions are passed down, and the table becomes a place of remembrance, learning, and togetherness.Guests will cook, taste, and connect while learning the techniques, history, and meaning behind these iconic dishes—celebrating Black American heritage through the power of food, commiunity and connection.MENU Authentic Louisiana Seafood & Chicken GumboA deeply flavorful, slow-simmered gumbo built on a traditional dark roux with seafood, chicken, aromatics, and Southern seasoning—rooted in Louisiana home kitchens and communal tables.Southern Sweet Potato CasseroleCreamy spiced sweet potatoes baked with a golden, comforting topping—an iconic dish tied to family gatherings, celebration, and Southern Black tradition.New Orleans Bread Pudding with Caramel Rum SauceWarm, custardy bread pudding finished with a rich caramel rum sauce, honoring New Orleans dessert traditions and the joy of shared endings at the table.What to Expect:• You'll partner with other students in groups of four, sharing workstations and culinary equipment.• Classes typically run for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, unless otherwise indicated.• Our hands-on classes maintain a cozy size, accommodating 12-20 students, in Shed 5 at Eastern Market• Be prepared for an active session, as you'll be on your feet, cooking, and fully engaged for the majority of the class.• For your comfort and safety, we recommend wearing comfortable, closed-toe shoes and securing long hair away from your face.• Evelyn’s Midtown Kitchen is committed to maintaining common sanitation standards, and for this reason, you may be asked to wash your hands multiple times to contribute to the safety of food handling. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/detroit/seafood-gumbo-and-history-welcome-to-a-black-history-month-kitchen/100001978870907153 - **Event Categories**: black-history-month, workshops, cooking, food-drinks, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 90, max: 175, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Detroit - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: Eastern Market, Russell Street, Detroit, MI, USA - **lat**: 42.34904989999999 - **long**: -83.0418984 - **full address**: Eastern Market, Russell Street, Detroit, MI, USA, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Seafood Gumbo & History: welcome to a Black History Month Kitchen - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/65731d3cfcc73ce9a3d33f447f8fb20e5e032bb9d16b52448b549e6e11b68507-rimg-w1200-h1600-dcdbdbd5-gmir.jpg?v=1766662751 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Seafood Gumbo & History: welcome to a Black History Month Kitchen being held? - **A:** Seafood Gumbo & History: welcome to a Black History Month Kitchen takes place on Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Eastern Market, Russell Street, Detroit, MI, USA, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Seafood Gumbo & History: welcome to a Black History Month Kitchen? - **A:** Ticket prices for Seafood Gumbo & History: welcome to a Black History Month Kitchen range from USD 90 to USD 175 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityLunch for 1USD 90AvailableLunch for 2USD 175Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Seafood Gumbo & History: welcome to a Black History Month Kitchen? - **A:** Seafood Gumbo & History: welcome to a Black History Month Kitchen is organized by www.emkculinary.com. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Seafood Gumbo & History: welcome to a Black History Month Kitchen is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Detroit, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Seafood Gumbo & History: welcome to a Black History Month Kitchen sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Seafood Gumbo & History: welcome to a Black History Month Kitchen", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/65731d3cfcc73ce9a3d33f447f8fb20e5e032bb9d16b52448b549e6e11b68507-rimg-w1200-h1600-dcdbdbd5-gmir.jpg?v=1766662751", "startDate": "2026-02-25", "endDate": "2026-02-25", "url": "https://allevents.in/detroit/seafood-gumbo-and-history-welcome-to-a-black-history-month-kitchen/100001978870907153", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Eastern Market, Russell Street, Detroit, MI, USA", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "2934 Russell Street", "postalCode": "48207", "addressLocality": "Detroit", "addressRegion": "MI", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "42.34904989999999", "longitude": "-83.0418984" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Let's connect with comforting tradition", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "2026-02-25", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "lowPrice": "90.00", "highPrice": "175.00", "price": "90.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/detroit/seafood-gumbo-and-history-welcome-to-a-black-history-month-kitchen/100001978870907153" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "url": "https://allevents.in/detroit/seafood-gumbo-and-history-welcome-to-a-black-history-month-kitchen/100001978870907153", "price": "90.00", "name": "Lunch for 1" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "url": "https://allevents.in/detroit/seafood-gumbo-and-history-welcome-to-a-black-history-month-kitchen/100001978870907153", "price": "175.00", "name": "Lunch for 2" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "www.emkculinary.com", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/wwwemkculinarycom/23074436" } ] } ] ```