A well-known local musician is fostering young local talent with a Kitchen Party this afternoon at the Legion in Portugal Cove-St. Philips.

Ray Johnson of Buddy Wasisname and the Other Fellers fame says it’s important that young people have a venue in which to perform and hone their craft.

Musicians Chad Hunt of Harbour Grace and Travis Skinner of Gander along with Tommy Oliver of Gull Island who is known for his recitations will perform today.

Johnson says it’s important to give young talent that opportunity to perform otherwise they might go unrecognized.

The show gets underway from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.