Meals On Wheels Atlanta invites the community to celebrate a milestone year at TASTE 2026 on Friday, May 29, marking the 5th anniversary of its signature culinary event. The highly anticipated evening brings together Atlanta’s most exciting chefs, restaurants and cultural influencers for a dynamic night of food, entertainment and purpose, all in support of the organization’s mission to end senior hunger and isolation.

Building on last year’s success, which welcomed more than 500 attendees and raised more than $160,000, TASTE 2026 returns with a bold new theme, “Unbridled Flavor. Unmatched Impact.” Inspired by the Year of the Horse, a symbol of strength, service and forward motion, the event is designed as a fully immersive experience from arrival to departure.

Hosted at 1705WEST, TASTE 2026 will feature a standout lineup of local restaurants, chef-driven pop-ups and curated culinary experiences, along with signature cocktails, immersive brand activations, exclusive auction packages and live entertainment.

“This year’s TASTE is especially meaningful as we celebrate five years of bringing Atlanta’s culinary community together to support our seniors,” said Charlene Crusoe-Ingram, CEO of Meals On Wheels Atlanta. “While we honor how far this event has come, the need continues to grow. Every ticket purchased helps us serve more seniors waiting for meals and connection.”

“In its fifth year, TASTE represents real momentum, not just for our mission but in how we engage a new generation of donors,” said Brandon Jenkins, TASTE creator and creative director of Meals On Wheels Atlanta. “It brings together chefs, food lovers and creators in a way that meets people where they are and invites them into something bigger than themselves, all in service of Atlanta’s seniors.”

The 2026 event will spotlight a diverse group of Atlanta Tastemakers, leaders and influencers across media, business, technology, food and culture who serve as ambassadors for the cause.

This year’s honorees include:

• Andre Melchionda, Arrivato Imports
• Arianna Callan, ALCÔVE AESTHETICS
• Breanne Edwards, Mercedes-Benz USA
• Dr. Michael Thomas, Jr., Marietta Smile Gallery
• Faith Jessie, NBC Atlanta/11Alive
• Helen Zhang, ALCÔVE AESTHETICS
• Imani Ellis, The Creative Collective NYC and CultureCon
• Jessica Berry, Google
• Katelyn “KP” Perna
• Lily Leebern, Georgia Crown Distributing Company
• Tailor Payton, Cultural Tastemaker & Creator (Hungry Homegirl)
• Taylor Carter, AMB Sports and Entertainment
• Taylor Edwards, Atlanta Unbound Academy

Guests will enjoy bites from a curated selection of participating restaurants and chefs, including:

• Auburn Angel
• Blended Smoothie & Juice Bar
• Canoe
• Chef Shawn Osbey Catering
• Fireside Jamaican Restaurant
• Kamayan ATL
• Lazy Betty
• NaanStop
• Nana’s Chicken and Waffles
• Sweet Basil Cakes
• The Dining Experience Restaurant
• AV Gourmet

Proceeds from TASTE 2026 will directly support Meals On Wheels Atlanta’s programs, which provide nutritious meals, safety checks and critical social connection to thousands of seniors across the metro area. With a growing waitlist, funds raised are essential to ensuring no senior in Atlanta goes hungry.

Tickets are now available for purchase online.