PAN-AFRICAN FOOD FESTIVAL

Whether it's cuisine from Ethiopia, Brazil, Haiti, or the Bronx, the upcoming Pan-African Food Festival, launching in Los Angeles in 2027, will celebrate the tastes and flavors and history of who we've been, and who we are today. Truly speaking, it will be a celebration over a thousand years in the making. I can't wait!

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His Jamaican Table

Chef Andre Fowles celebrates his passionate love for the food and people of Jamaica. From Chef Andre Fowles: "In the first major Jamaican cookbook of its kind, Kingston-born chef Andre Fowles presents modern and classic recipes for the best of Jamaican food capturing the tastes and traditions of the

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Let's Make: CABBAGE

But let's be honest. Southern style fried cabbage ain't got nuthin' to do with cabbage. It's all about the mix.

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"Cooks, creators, curators, and entrepreneurs on a mission to reclaim Black food traditions."

Chefs and founders Omar Tate and Cybille St.Aude-Tate have built their restaurant, Honeysuckle, around the values of ancestry, nourishment, and reclamation. This is how we deep dish. From Honeysuckle: "At the core of Honeysuckle’s culinary vision is the celebration of heritage. Every dish is a tribute to

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Let's Make: ETOUFFEE!

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Taste of Black Charleston

The 2026 edition takes place on March 13th at the Charleston Visitor Center. Come hungry. Leave inspired. From the Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau: "Get ready for a delicious celebration of culture and flavor at the 2026 Taste of Black Charleston! This event brings together the best eats, vibes,

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Is There A Standard for African Fine Dining Experiences?

In this conversation hosted by CNN African Voices, preeminent chef Marcus Samuelsson shares his thoughts on the topic. Listen up. Chef Marcus Samuelsson on food, identity and building bridges from Africa to America | CNNCelebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson chats with CNN’s Larry Madowo in Washington, DC, about immigration, identity, and

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A New Center for the Study and Preservation of Soul Food

The Muloma Heritage Center has acquired 38 acres on St. Helena Island and is preparing to build a space dedicated to culture, cuisine, sustainability, agriculture, and ecology. This is what I'm talking about! Press Release: The Muloma Heritage Center is pleased to announce a grant of $1,765,

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All the Flavors

Chef Dieuveil Malonga has traveled to nearly every country in Africa, tasting dishes and discovering traditions. He's sharing what he's learned.

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Marcus Samuelson on Ethiopia's Culinary and Hospitality Heritage.

The world renowned chef recently spoke at a conference in Addis Ababa.

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Coming Soon: A Taste of Heritage

Chef Demetrius Brown is the owner and executive chef behind Atlanta's multi-continental bistro, Bread and Butterfly, and the visionary behind Atlanta’s wildly popular Heritage Supper Club. For fans of his signature supper experience, a new restaurant, aptly called Heritage, will soon open in the historic Summerhill neighborhood.

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Let's Make: JAMAICAN BEEF PATTIES!

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The ChòpnBlọk

Named one of the "Best 50 Places to Eat in America" by The New York Times, the popular West African restaurant in Houston was launched by Chef Ope Amosu with a very simple mission: to share the beauty of West African culture through foods that reshape society’s

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The Blaque Star of Texas.

Nicola Blaque, the founder of The Jerk Shack in San Antonio, has been recognized with a Michelin star. Flavor is guaranteed. From The Jerk Shack: "The Jerk Shack family is led by Chef Nicola Blaque. After serving ten years in the Army, she followed her passion for cooking from

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Inside Marcus Addis

Owned by Marcus Samuelsson and located in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa, the stylish restaurant continues to impress with its signature blend of international flavors, complimented with an Ethiopian twist.

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The DixiePura Era Begins

Chef Chloe Gould opens DixiePura, a new Chicago fusion restaurant blending Southeastern American flavors with those from Southeast Asia. The innovative menu includes items like Cajun Seafood Gumbo Laksa, Pimento Mac & Cheese, Korean Fried Chicken, Chili Shrimp & Creamy Stone Ground Grits, Black Eyed Peas Hummus, Garlic Mushroom &

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Six Black Restaurants in North America Top 50 List

According to our brothers and sisters at EAT OKRA, the six distinguished winners are: Dakar Nola, Friday-Saturday-Sunday, Kann Restaurant, SAGA, Dogon, and Stush in the Bush. Congratulations to all, and can somebody say the blessing! EatOkra (Find Black-owned Eats)EatOkra is the go-to mobile app for discovering Black-owned restaurants. Where

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Yum and Yum

Acclaimed food writer and chef Melissa Thompson takes us on a culinary journey to Jamaica through 80 recipes and more than 500 years of history and influences. The recipes include classic Jamaican favorites, such as Jerk Pork, Braised Oxtail, Ackee & Saltfish, and Peanut Punch, as well as original dishes

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Soup Joumou Time!

In this video session from PBS Voices, learn more about the history of Haiti's signature freedom dish.

SKY IS BLACK

SKY IS BLACK - Episode #70

Anton and BC discuss Colin Kaepernick's new A.I. platform, ⁠LUMI⁠, the new book, SKY FULL OF ELEPHANTS, by Cebo Campbell, their recent ⁠YouTube conversation⁠ with OCTAVIA’S BOOKSHELF founder, ⁠Nikki High⁠, and their experience with the new, Brisk-It "A.I." grill. Hot links not included.

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SKY IS GRAY

And Walker, Serrao, and Livingston. | In this episode, Anton and BC try pastry snacks made by the Black-owned company, GHETTO GASTRO, discuss Pan-African children's books developed and published by Black-owned company, ADA-ARI, and continue their review of the Disney+ animated series, IWAJU, produced by Black-owned animation company, KUGALI

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SKY IS BLACK - Episode #65

BC and Anton discuss the new Disney+ animated series, Iwaju, the popular Apple+ series, Foundation, and enjoy Hot & Spicy Teff Puffs from the London-based, Ethiopian-owned company, LOVEGRASS.

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SKY IS BLACK - Episode #64

In this episode, Anton and BC enjoy TEFFTASTIC snacks, share funny moments from their SKY IS BLACK video rehearsal, and take turns experiencing the brand new Apple Vision Pro. SKY is visual...

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SKY IS BLACK - Episode #46

Anton and BC discuss their conversation with Timnit Gebru, the Black Pot Supper Club, and the presence and impact of pareidolia in AI.

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PAN-AFRICAN FOOD FEST #6

Christian Davis is the co-founder, with Meymuna Hussein-Cattan, of Flavors from Afar in Los Angeles. As a social enterprise extension of the Tiyya Foundation, Flavors from Afar works with refugees and asylum seekers to create an authentic, rotating menu featuring traditional dishes from around the world. The refugee chefs receive

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PAN-AFRICAN FOOD FEST #5

Martin Draluck is the founder of the Black Pot Supper Club, an interactive dining experience celebrating African American culinary heritage. It's the most memorable and meaningful meal ever...