Black On
Both Sides
Vision Statement
To illuminate Detroit’s legacy of Black hospitality and shape a future where Black brilliance defines the standard of excellence. We envision a world where the opulence, creativity, and cultural mastery of Black hospitality are celebrated openly, experienced widely, and recognized as essential to the global culinary and service landscape. Through our work, we create spaces that honor our history, empower our community, and inspire the next generation to flourish in their full, unapologetic power. We are Black On Both Sides — leading with abundance, authenticity, and Black Magic.
Popups and Residency 2/28/22
WILLIS SHOW BAR
Sponsored by Remy Martin
Featuring Chef Brent Foster
3/21/22
ELEPHANT ROOM
Sponsored by Bacardi, Aberfeldy, and Cazadores
Featuring Chef Brent Foster, and Bartender KaTrell Thomas
4/18/22
HAMMER & NAIL
Sponsored by Bombay, and Cazadores
Featuring Chef Brent Foster
5/22/22
METROPOLITAN KITCHEN & BAR
Sponsored by American Liquor Co
Featuring Fried Chicken & Caviar, and Server Chad Gaston
7/10/22
HOSPITALITY INCLUDED FEST
Sponsored by Aberfeldy, D’usse, and Cazadores
9/6/22
MUTINY TIKI BAR (Tiki B.O.B.S.)
Sponsored by Angel’s Envy, and Bacardi
10/15/22
GRAND RAPIDS TAKEOVER: BUFFALO TRADERS LOUNGE
Sponsored by Angel’s Envy
Featuring Street Chef Shaw
2023 TOUR
1/30/23
Lost River and Apt Disco
Sponsored by Angels Envy, Bacardi, Lobos 1707, Remy Martin
2/27/23
Willis Show bar
Angels envy, Bacardi, William Grant & Sons, Campari, Remy Matin
Featuring Melanie Mack & Kyle Dupree
3/13/23
Midnight Temple
Sponsored by Bacardi
Featuring Suvi Kim
5/1/23
Soju - Pittsburgh, PA
Sponsored by Illegal Mezcal
Featuring Allison Cal
5/8/23
District 78
Sponsored by Bacardi
Featuring Anna Julien
6/19/2023
Spotlight
Sponsored by Bacardi
7/3/23
Society Lounge
Sponsored by Bacardi
9/11/23-6/3/25
Godfrey Hotel Detroit(Monday Residency)
11/5/23
Wright and co
Sponsored by Diageo
12/31/2023
Wright and co
Sponsored by Bacardi
3/18/24
Bartender’s Weekend
Sponsored by Bacardi
6/1/24
Norwood
6/19/24
Society Lounge (Run Back)
Sponsored by Bacardi
3/18/24
Bartender’s Weekend
Sponsored by Bacardi