MERCH

Wear the Culture. Support the Movement.

👕 Why We’re Selling These T-Shirts

These aren’t just T-shirts — they’re a statement. A movement. A way to say:

🖤 “I support culture. I support small business. I support community.”

Every shirt you buy helps fund:

👩🏾‍🍳 Chef-led dinners that spotlight African and diaspora cuisine
🏪 Pop-up markets for local Black-owned businesses
🍽️ Restaurant weeks that boost foot traffic and awareness
🎟️ Community raffles, food tastings & more!

📸 What You Get When You Wear ARW Merch

✅ Be part of something meaningful
✅ Get discounts at participating restaurants
✅ Win prizes at ARW events
✅ Gain VIP perks at popups & dinners
✅ Chance to be featured on our IG @AfricanRestaurantWeek

🎤 Voices from the Community

“I wore my shirt to the Taste of Africa Dinner and got a free
tasting. I felt proud to represent!” — Nina, Brooklyn

“I bought 2 — one for me and one for my aunt. We’re both
rocking them to the next popup!” — Jason, Harlem

🎯 Why Your Support Matters

We’re grassroots. Community-powered. And every sale helps:

Empower chefs and artists

Promote cultural awareness

Create spaces of joy, flavor, and unity

Keep events FREE or low-cost for those who need it most