--- # Taste of the Nation, No Kid Hungry Event Friday, Apr 26 ***![](https://ded2209.inmotionhosting.com/~citywa9/images/Screenshot%202024-04-26%20at%208.25.13%20AM.jpg)*** ***Taste of the Nation*, the Premier Culinary Event for a Cause, Returns on May 4****th****!** *Co-chaired by award-winning chefs Brooke Williamson and Mei Lin, the outdoor, ultimate foodie experience supports the No Kid Hungry cause to end childhood hunger.* **Los Angeles -** Taste of the Nation for No Kid Hungry, the country’s premier culinary event for a cause, will return to Los Angeles on Saturday, May 4th, at Media Park in Culver City. Taste of The Nation is a culinary event created by No Kid Hungry to provide exclusive access to Los Angeles’s top culinary talent while making a direct impact on No Kid Hungry’s mission to end childhood hunger. The event brings together 40 of the best chefs, restauranteurs, tastemakers, and mixologists from around Los Angeles for one afternoon to serve guests scrumptious bite-sized fare, craft cocktails, and delectable desserts to support ending childhood hunger. This year’s ultimate foodie experience was crafted in part by event co-chairs and award-winning chefs Brooke Williamson, Executive Chef and Owner of *Playa Provisions*, and Mei Lin, Executive Chef and Owner of *Daybird*. They have worked together with the Taste of the Nation team to bring every cuisine and style of cooking to this event, from bold Asian street eats to upscale farm-to-table dishes. Between courses, guests will cleanse their palates with curated, savory sips by celebrated local mixologists, winemakers, and brewers, such as Liam Odien from *Playa Provisions* and Chef Bricia Lopez’s famous Micheladas from *Guelagetza*. When asked why No Kid Hungry’s efforts to end childhood hunger are so vital, Los Angeles event co-chair and featured chef Mei Lin shared: *“Childhood hunger is a problem that affects all of us. No Kid Hungry is working to solve this problem and has made a positive impact on the lives of millions of kids. I’m proud to be a part of LA’s Taste of the Nation event to help No Kid Hungry end childhood hunger.”* *![](https://ded2209.inmotionhosting.com/~citywa9/images/Screenshot%202024-04-26%20at%208.24.46%20AM.jpg)* In addition to the delicious food and drinks, there is entertainment that suits all ages. There is live music, interactive games, raffles, and the fan favorite- a children’s activity corner. Perhaps the best entertainment of all are the live cooking demonstrations featuring top talent from around town. This event is a great way to get the whole family outside to enjoy some good food, all while supporting a great cause. No Kid Hungry’s Senior Director of Culinary Partnerships & Events, Courtney Smith, stated that the Taste of the Nation event is so important because: *“One in five kids in the US is living with hunger. No Kid Hungry works tirelessly every day to make sure every child gets three meals a day by advocating for programs and helping communities get the resources they need to feed children. Your ticket to Taste of the Nation raises funds for this work. We welcome guests from across L.A. to come hungry and ready for an afternoon full of flavorful food, tasty libations, and family fun. And while you’re here, don’t forget to raise a glass in support of No Kid Hungry!”* All-Access Tickets give admission to the event 30 minutes early and include a reusable tasting plate and access to a relaxing lounge seat area, among other benefits. General Admission tickets are available. This event is expected to sell out; advanced tickets are encouraged. For tickets and pricing, go to . **EVENT DATE AND TIME:** Saturday, May 4th – Tickets 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm **EVENT ADDRESS:** Media Park 9070 Venice Boulevard Culver City, CA 90232 **EVENT PARKING:** Attendees are encouraged to carpool, rideshare, or take public transportation. Free circulator runs from the Metro Station to Downtown about every 15 minutes. There are several parking garages located within walking distance, under 0.5 miles from Media Park. Stay up to date on No Kid Hungry and the Taste of the Nation event on social media by following on: - Facebook: @nokidhungry - Instagram: @nokidhungrylax @nokidhungry - Twitter/X: @nokidhungry ## Event Information [ ![Brian Goldsmith Vertical R. Col](https://ded2209.inmotionhosting.com/~citywa9/images/ADS%20FOR%202026/brian-goldsmith%20AD.jpg) ](https://ded2209.inmotionhosting.com/~citywa9/component/banners/click/115 "Brian Goldsmith Vertical R. 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