Over the Years

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Our signature event is on June 21th, 2026. Please stay engaged for our ongoing activities and programs!

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Mentor Programs
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City Men Cook Presented by the Taste of the South, inc. 2023

What People Say About City Men Cook

The 23rd City Men Cook Father's Day event hosted by Oscar Joyner, Regina Taylor, Trevis Gipson and Terry Allen soared!


City Men Cook Wins again in 2025!

Charged with a commitment to showcase mentors, leaders, fathers and father figures in our families and communities, City Men Cook was a success.


 Thank You

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Charged with a commitment to showcase mentors, leaders, fathers and father figures in our families and communities, City Men Cook is ready for 2026! 

Cooks, Mentor, and Volunteers!


Thanks for making our 2025 event an awesome success! Please stay engaged.


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Our signature event is on June 21st, 2026. But we'd love to hear from you!


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Announcements

In our community, we believe that certain people are more than celebrities… they are part of the family.


And that is exactly who Kiki Shepherd is to us.


For years, she has carried herself with a grace and strength that represents the very best of who we are. 

Class, beauty, wisdom, and a spirit that always makes people feel seen.


At City Men Cook, we celebrate family, we celebrate legacy, and we celebrate the people who helped shape our culture.


Kiki Shepherd has always been one of those women who reminds us that dignity never goes out of style, and that real strength is shown in how you keep standing even when life brings loss.


Today, the City Men Cook family sends love, we send prayers, and we send strength.


Because when one of us hurts, all of us stand together.


And Kiki…


You will always have a seat at our table, always have a place in our hearts, and always have the respect of this community.


Much love.
Much honor.
And continued prayers.

— City Men Cook Family 

FATHERHOOD MENTORING LEADERSHIP

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Reviews

AuthorKedah Shabazz

2 years ago
The unity of the men serving with pride delicious dishes. The music was spiritual uplighting and soulfully old school enjoyable. Everyone...
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Akil Allen

2 years ago
What a wonderful experience!!! The food, vendors, and fellowship was all amazing. Will definitely be back next year with my whole family. I ...
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African American Museum

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Thanks for making our 2025 event an awesome success! Please stay engaged.


If you are a "newbie" then sign up here and join the City Men Cook Family.


Our signature event is on June 21st, 2026. But we'd love to hear from you!


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Click here! 


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Volunteers Matter - Salute to Andrea Freeman