Community Highlights: Meet Jewel Moore of SoulFood & SoundTracks

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jewel Moore.

Hi Jewel, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My name is Jewel, and my background is in marketing and events. My concept for SoulFood & SoundTracks began as a simple idea that morphed into something more. I just wanted to bring my close friends together old-school Sunday dinner style to vibe and connect over my two favorite things food and music. Because I freelance as an event planner, when a friend heard my idea in its entirety, she convinced me it could be something more and other people would be interested in attending. Reluctant and scared, I started marketing and selling tickets, and here we are today.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking ba,ck would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Anyone who hosts/produces events of any kind understands how difficult it can be, and this event doesn’t differ. Marketing, sponsors, and ticket sales are never-ending headaches, but producing events is about learning, growing, and knowing how to pivot. We’ve had to pause SoulFood & SoundTracks due to the inconsistencies of Covid restrictions and always wanting to take the necessary precautions. We did a virtual Quranteenth (a celebration of Juneteenth during quarantine) event at the height of the lockdown, where we partnered with a local black chef to deliver food to your home. We zoomed in with a DJ, and everyone celebrated this important historic day. It was great, but it didn’t have the same je ne sais quoi. So we took a step back. Although the hiatus isn’t ideal, it’s allowed for more significant opportunities in the upcoming year. So, all in all, has it been a smooth road? No, but I never expected it would be.

As you know, we’re big fans of SoulFood & SoundTracks. For our readers who might not be as familiar, what can you tell them about the brand?
Ever wondered what your favorite song tastes like? Well, SoulFood & SoundTrack  allows you to taste and see. Through per-answered questions and silent headphones, guests experience, in full sound, first-hand how they inspired the chefs of the evening to create the menu before them. Every bite perfectly accompanies every beat, providing you with a musically culinary experience you’ll never forget.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.soulfoodandsoundtracks.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulfoodandsoundtracks/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulfoodandsoundtracks

Image Credits
Image of Jewel Moore Photographed by: Kenisha Gill -@gildedphotostudio Event Images Photographed by: Teal Moss – @tealmoss