Please join in celebrating the accomplishments of bryant and the other 2025 graduates from UC Berkeley's Master of Fine Arts program in Art Practice. They will reflect on their academic journey at the culmination of their thesis exhibition.
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From July 4-6, bryant will be headlining the Nevis Mango Festival in the Caribbean.
The annual Mango Festival is a vibrant tribute to their beloved fruit, and you’re invited to discover the flavors, culture, and culinary creativity that make this island simply unforgettable. Sip, savor, and feast your senses this summer during this one-of-a-kind Caribbean tradition.
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Join Bryant in the Berkshires from July 18-20 for The Du Bois Forum’s annual gathering. In addition to being a fellow, Bryant has designed the Du Bois-Inspired Dinner at Jacob’s Pillow.
W.E.B. Du Bois helped to lay the foundation for today’s Black intellectual and artistic traditions. One of Du Bois’s lifelong dreams was to bring together scholars, writers, and artists of color, and to institutionalize support for their individual and collective work. In addition to scouting land for a possible retreat center in the Berkshires and his participation in the renowned Pan African Congresses, Du Bois convened groups of Black scholars and writers at Troutbeck, the Spingarn estate in nearby Amenia, New York.
Drawing upon this century-old foundation, the Du Bois Forum shapes the future of Black intellectual and artistic traditions. The forum serves as an incubator for scholarly and creative projects; a communal space for individual and collaborative ventures; and a meeting and resting place for writers, scholars, and artists engaged in this work. In this way, the Forum aims to support Black thought, creative production, and social change.
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Join bryant from July 25-27 at the Kripalu Center for for an immersive retreat designed to nourish the body, mind, and spirit through eating, deep rest, connection with nature, and community at Kripalu Yoga Center.
Curated by James Beard Award-winning chef, author, and artist Bryant Terry, the weekend features a stellar lineup of facilitators, including Terry, artist and musician Jasmine Nyende, and founder of The Nap Ministry, activist, and writer Tricia Hersey. Through shared meals, restorative practices, skill-building activities, and meaningful dialogue, you will explore sustenance, the natural world, rejuvenation, and collective engagement as tools for resilience and wellbeing. Experience this transformative retreat that centers joy, sustainability, and radical self-care.
During this weekend, you will:
Explore healing and self-discovery by engaging with natural elements, ancestral knowledge, and creative expression.
Engage in a collective rest and healing experience and soul integration.
Participate in a cooking demo using local, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients.
Enjoy an intergenerational fireside chat.
Visit here for tickets to the in-person or virtual programming.
Bryant will be delivering a keynote at Virginia Commonwealth University. More information coming soon.
The Best American Food and Travel Writing 2025 is a collection of the year’s top food and travel writing. As guest editor, Bryant selected the best twenty pieces published in 2024 that celebrate and explore how food and travel shape our culture.
Pre-order here
Join us in celebrating the publication of Bryant’s latest book, The Best American Food and Travel Writing 2025, which he edited. More details coming soon.
Bryant will be among several artists celebrating the life and legacy of Melvin Van Peebles at his alma matar, Ohio Wesleyan University. The university will explore the evolution and impact of Black art and culture during its second Melvin Van Peebles Symposium from March 27-29, 2025. The event will include academic presentations, roundtable discussions, screenings and performances, an art exhibition and artist talk, and a moderated keynote address with a VIP meet-and-greet opportunity. For more information, visit here.
Join San Francisco State University for a dynamic discussion of how food culture has been and continues to be a container for both resilience and resistance amongst oppressed peoples.
In the face of colonization, enslavement, war and genocide, communities have used food as an expression of freedom.
We will learn from our panel of award winning chefs who have brought their politics and the political histories of their own communities into their work as chefs and public intellectuals.
This panel features Reem Assil (award-winning Palestinian-Syrian chef and author based in Oakland), Bryant Terry (award-winning African American vegan chef, food justice activist, and author), Samin Nosrat(award-winning Iranian-American chef and author of the #1 NYT best seller, Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat), and Crystal Wahpepah (an Indigenous food warrior, restaurant owner, and author).
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Join MoAD Chef-in-Residence Jocelyn Jackson, past Chef-in-Residence Bryant Terry, and culinary historian and writer Deb Freeman for a special afternoon celebrating the life and legacy of Edna Lewis, one of America’s most revered culinary icons. Experience the documentary Finding Edna Lewis created by Deb Freeman, an intimate portrayal of Lewis’s journey and contributions to Southern cooking and American culinary traditions. The screening will be followed by conversation and a curated selection of small bites inspired by Ms. Lewis’ recipes, bringing her flavors and vision to life. Celebrate Edna Lewis’s impact on food, culture, and heritage with us in a memorable afternoon of film, conversation, and cuisine.
For more information and to register visit here.
Join Bryant and Dr. Amitha Kalaichandran at Books Inc. San Francisco for a reading and discussion of her book On Healing: Finding Wholeness Beyond the Limits of Medicine!
In On Healing, Dr. Amitha Kalaichandran MD-a physician, journalist, and integrative medicine expert, guides readers on a transformative journey to understand true healing and what it means to live longer, healthier lives. Drawing from her medical training and real-world experiences, she identifies 12 essential components of healing, each explored through powerful stories and backed by scientific evidence.
Blending expert insights and cross-cultural perspectives, On Healing challenges the limitations of modern healthcare, advocating for a holistic approach that honors the body's natural ability to heal. Dr. Kalaichandran's debut is a compelling blueprint for anyone seeking a fuller understanding of healing, making it an essential read for navigating today's evolving health, longevity, and wellness landscape.
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Bryant will be delivering a lecture at Occidental College in Los Angeles. More information soon.
Join the Museum of the African Diaspora for a reading and a playful discussion of the children's book Nana's New Soul Food by Will Power, with MoAD's original Chef-in-Residence Bryant Terry who contributed a recipe to the book. A book signing and kid- and adult-friendly food to follow! Copies of Nana's New Soul Food will be available for purchase at MoAD's Bookstore.
For more information and to register click here.
Award-winning chefs and activists Bryant Terry and Alice Waters will be in conversation about climate activism grounded in a plant-based diet. Joining them is founder of Support+Feed, Maggie Baird, who is committed to mitigating climate change and increasing food security by driving global demand, acceptance, and accessibility of plant-based food. A special plant-based menu designed by Terry and Waters will be available for purchase at LULU (reservations recommended) and limited free samples from Support+Feed partners will be available to the public. For more information visit here.
Join bryant at the National Museum of African American History and Culture for an enlightening evening as they present a special edition of their signature program that brings together two remarkable voices in a dynamic dialogue about food, culture, and social justice.
James Beard Award-winning chef, food activist, and author of the acclaimed Black Food, Bryant Terry, will sit down with NMAAHC’s Andrew W. Mellon Director, Kevin Young, to explore the rich tapestry of African American cuisine and its evolution through the lens of migration, identity, and resilience. Chef Terry will also discuss his groundbreaking approach to veganism, challenging stereotypes of African American cuisine as "slave food" and promoting healthy eating as a form of social justice activism.
This Juneteenth, indulge in a special plant-based meal curated by Bryant Terry, designed to celebrate the vibrancy and diversity of African American cuisine and Juneteenth. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a small discussion at their tables related to healthier ways of eating, explore ancestral forms of cooking, and learn how to share these time-honored meals and practices with our families and communities.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage directly with critical social justice issues impacting the African American community over a meal that pays homage to our ancestors' journey toward freedom.
Reserve your seat at the table for a night of reflection, dialogue, and celebration here.
Join Bryant for a cooking demo and book signing at the Sonoma County Library. More information soon.
From February 23 – March 3 thought leaders, activists, performers, authors, and academics will engage the public in late-night discussions addressing major global issues. Bryant will be speaking on a panel at the San Francisco Public Library at 9pm on March 2nd. For more information visit here.
Bryant will be the featured as the keynote speaker at the inaugural Plant Futures Fest on February 24th, 2024, in the heart of Oakland, California. You can learn more about the event and buy tickets here.
bryant’s band Saint State Street is dropping their EP Burden Down. You can listen to the single “Burden Down’ here.
The Worth Ryder Art Gallery is pleased to present, Collapsense, the Art Practice Department’s 1st Year MFA Program exhibition, featuring:
Viviana Martinez Carlos
Priyanka D'Souza (1/2 Resting Museum)
Arianna Khm
Jasmine Nyende
bryant terry
Zekarias Musele Thompson
Closing reception and catalogue release: February 14th, 4-7pm
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Bryant will be delivering the keynote address and engaging in other events on campus and with the local community in Sant Cruz on January 30 and 31. More information soon.
Collapsense: First Year MFA Exhibit
The limits of language are the limits of my world. -- Wittgenstein
No single word in the English language adequately characterizes this moment, so the MFA class of 2025 coined and defined the word Collapsense. This naming recognizes power and precarity in the time of ecological and political crises, and it inaugurates the annual Spring First Year Graduate Student exhibit. On view at the Worth Ryder Art Gallery are heterogenous objects and gestures elucidating collapsense and expanding the limits of our world.
The exhibit features new work by:
Viviana Martinez Carlos
Priyanka D'Souza (Resting Museum)
Arianna Khmelniuk
Jasmine Nyende
bryant terry
Zekarias Musele Thompson
Exhibition dates: January 24 - February 14, 2024
Opening reception: January 24th, 4-7 pm
Closing Reception and Catalogue Release: February 14th, 4-7 pm
Worth Ryder Art Gallery
Anthropology and Art Practice Building (AAPB Rm 116)
Near the intersection of College Avenue and Bancroft Way
Hours: Mon, Tues, Thur, Friday: 12-5pm | Wednesday: 1-7pm | Saturday 12-3pm
https://art.berkeley.edu/gallery
Image: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LNy-z2wtN9elTaGv1HvK_ou_tDBuZKPu/view?usp=sharing
Credit: Photo by bryant terry
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The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day at Bates, this year centered on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, is a community-wide opportunity to discuss, teach, and reflect on the legacy of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. This year, Bryant will be delivering the keynote and offering a cooking demonstration for an intimate group of students in the afternoon. Find out more about his visit here.
Bryant will be in conversation with Mark Bittman at the Belvedere Tiburon Library.
Join Bryant for a feast of words, ideas, music, and food in celebration of Mesa Refuge, a residency for writers, journalists, and other creatives located in Point Reyes Station, California. In addition to co-designing the menu with the chefs at Greens, Bryant will be in conversation with Josh Kun, professor and chair of Cross-Cultural Communication at USC’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. Learn more about the event here.
