The only way to make a fairytale more magical is to relive it over and over again…

Thank you for joining us for Taste of the State 2026 and for supporting the mission of SoupKitchen411. We are incredibly grateful to our attendees, donors, sponsors, chefs, restaurants, volunteers, and community partners who helped make this unforgettable evening possible. Your generosity fuels our mission of “Neighbors Feeding Neighbors” not just for one night, but all year long.

The fight against hunger continues every day, and there are many ways to stay involved and make an impact throughout the year. Please continue to follow us on Instagram @tasteofthestatenj and Facebook for updates, stories, and future events, and visit SoupKitchen411.com to learn more about how you can support our programs year-round.

We are already looking ahead with excitement, and the 2027 Taste of the State date will be announced soon. Thank you, always, for being part of this incredible community and for helping us continue to serve our neighbors in need.

- Honorable Suzanne Sicora-Ludwig

Thank you for your support in 2026!

We are incredibly grateful to our attendees, donors, sponsors, chefs, restaurants, volunteers, and community partners who helped make this unforgettable evening possible. Your generosity fuels our mission of “Neighbors Feeding Neighbors” not just for one night, but all year long.

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Taste of the State: Where New Jersey’s Finest Flavors Fuel the Fight Against Hunger

  • Taste of the State is Soup Kitchen 411’s signature fundraising experience, featuring exquisite cuisine from top chefs and renowned restaurants across New Jersey—all coming together to support programs that fight hunger and nourish communities.

  • Beyond fundraising, Taste of the State helps destigmatize hunger through a series of lead-up events with celebrated chefs and special guests, inspiring more advocates to join the mission and become warriors in the fight against hunger.

  • Taste of the State has been held annually since 2023. The most recent event was held on May 19, 2026.

    A 2027 date will be announced in the coming months.