A Pine Hills Legacy Since 2015

Taste of Pine Hills.

Celebrating the diversity, culture, food, music, businesses, families, leaders, and community spirit that make Pine Hills one of Central Florida’s most vibrant communities.

2015 Inaugural Taste of Pine Hills
Culture Celebrating Pine Hills' Diversity
Community Families · Businesses · Organizations
Legacy Pine Hills Pillars Awards

Our Story

Created to celebrate the heart and soul of Pine Hills.

The Taste of Pine Hills was founded in 2015 by the Pine Hills Neighborhood Improvement District as a community-centered initiative celebrating the culture, diversity, businesses, and people that make Pine Hills unique.

The inaugural event was held on November 14, 2015 at Barnett Park Pavilion 1 and brought together food, live entertainment, health and wellness resources, youth activities, local organizations, and community members under the theme “Taste the Diversity of Pine Hills.”

The event later transitioned to the United Foundation of Central Florida, Inc. in conjunction with community partners and continued to grow into a larger celebration of community pride, engagement, culture, youth, and economic visibility.

A Community Experience

Food. Music. Culture. Resources. Family. Community.

Taste of Pine Hills has created a space where residents, businesses, artists, organizations, and community partners can celebrate what makes Pine Hills special while connecting families with resources and opportunities.

Live Entertainment Local Restaurants Cultural Food Family Activities Health & Wellness Community Resources Local Businesses Youth Engagement

The Taste Experience

A celebration built around community.

Each element of Taste of Pine Hills helps create a welcoming community environment while showcasing the people and organizations shaping Pine Hills.

Food & Culture

Restaurants, chefs, food vendors, and cultural flavors representing the diversity of Pine Hills.

Music & Entertainment

Local performers, musicians, entertainers, DJs, and artistic experiences.

Family & Youth

Family-friendly experiences, youth activities, engagement opportunities, and community connection.

Business & Resources

Local business showcases, nonprofit exhibitors, health resources, and connections to community services.

Event Archives

Taste of Pine Hills through the years.

A look back at the visual history of one of Pine Hills' signature community celebrations.

2015 Taste of Pine Hills flyer
Inaugural Event 2015 Taste of Pine Hills
2016 Taste of Pine Hills flyer
2nd Annual 2016 Taste of Pine Hills
2017 Taste of Pine Hills flyer
3rd Annual 2017 Taste of Pine Hills
2018 Taste of Pine Hills flyer
4th Annual 2018 Taste of Pine Hills
2019 Taste of Pine Hills flyer
5th Annual 2019 Taste of Pine Hills

Pine Hills Pillars Awards

Recognizing those who help Pine Hills move forward.

The Pine Hills Pillars Awards recognize individuals and organizations whose leadership, service, integrity, and commitment contribute to the revitalization, education, and betterment of the Pine Hills community.

Noel and Bertina Busch
2015 Recipient

Noel & Bertina Busch

Pine Hills Press

Dennis Hall
2016 Recipient

Dennis Hall

United Foundation of Central Florida

WellCare Healthcare Services
2016 Recipient

WellCare Healthcare Services

Organizational Honoree

Tim Haberkamp
2017 Recipient

Tim Haberkamp

Hardee's

Michael Strayhorn
2017 Recipient

Michael Strayhorn

6001 Silver Star Partners, LLC

Julien M. Serrano-O'Neil
2018 Recipient · First Student Recipient

Julien M. Serrano-O'Neil

Morehouse College

Paul Billings
2019 Recipient

Paul Billings

98.5 The Wire

Taste of Pine Hills community impact

Celebrating With Purpose

An event designed to reinvest in community.

Taste of Pine Hills has always been about more than food and entertainment. Partnerships and proceeds generated through the event have historically helped support youth initiatives, education, performing arts, health awareness, and broader community engagement throughout Pine Hills.

That community-centered purpose remains at the heart of UFCF's vision for the future of Taste of Pine Hills.

Sponsor Taste of Pine Hills

Invest in culture, community, and connection.

Taste of Pine Hills offers businesses, organizations, institutions, and community partners an opportunity to support a signature Pine Hills tradition while connecting with residents and families throughout Central Florida.

Brand visibility and event recognition
Community engagement opportunities
Vendor and activation opportunities based on sponsorship level
Alignment with UFCF's community impact and youth initiatives
Sponsorship Portal

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Get Involved

Interested in the next Taste of Pine Hills?

Whether you are interested in becoming a sponsor, vendor, community partner, exhibitor, performer, volunteer, or simply learning more about future Taste of Pine Hills opportunities, UFCF would love to hear from you.