National Soul Food Month is observed in June in the United States.
June observances highlight the history and cultural importance of soul food, a broad African American culinary tradition associated especially with the American South and the Great Migration. The month is used by restaurants, community groups, museums, and food writers to celebrate dishes, cooks, and regional foodways.
Soul food includes far more than a fixed list of recipes. Commonly associated foods include greens, beans, cornbread, fried chicken, fish, rice dishes, and a range of vegetable and dessert preparations. Recipes differ greatly across families and regions.
National Soul Food Month should not be confused with Black History Month, which is observed in February in the United States. June also contains Juneteenth, but the two observances have different purposes and histories. The June food observance focuses specifically on African American culinary heritage.