There is something spiritual, ancient and universal about BBQ because virtually every culture can relate to cooking on an open flame. The ancient pit masters and culinarians on every continent experienced the joys of smoke billowing throughout their villages, towns, and communities for those anticipating a chance to devour the finished product. I felt the…
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Detroit Seafood African-American TableA thick mahi-mahi filet can be memorable when prepared with bold flavors and kissed by a fire hot grill! Detroit Seafood Market located, at 1435 Randolph Street, Detroit, MI 48226, has a Blackened Mango Mahi filet topped with mango salsa under a heaping bed of mushroom risotto that did that! I was…
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The opening of The National Memorial for Peace and Justice (Lynching Museum) was simultaneously moving, angering, and saddening. I decided to make the drive to Montgomery, Alabama with my nephews so they could see the struggle of our people both today and yesterday in hopes it would motivate them to press that much harder in…
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Several of Cindy Lou’s Cookies Stacked For Cookie MonsterOur amazing photography is from none other than our Media Director, Mr. Korey Davis. Check him out at Korey Davis Photography @kdavisphotog for booking. The sincerity of any good bakery can be measured by the construction, texture and presentation of its cookies. From the miniature, moist, slightly…
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Our amazing photography is from none other than our Media Director, Mr. Korey Davis. Check him out at Korey Davis Photography @kdavisphotog for booking. In my 35 years, I have eaten my share of sweet potato pies! At birthday celebrations where Aunt Karen whipped up a cinnamon strong pie; or at the quintessential Black Thanksgiving where…
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Have you ever heard the word “intergenerational”? It should be the motto at Club Celebrity, located at 14421 Plymouth Rd, Detroit, MI 48227. For nearly 30 years, this eatery/nightclub has churned out incredible soul food to three generations of patrons. Picture this: Grandma was in the corner sipping some yack with Mr. Willie, her daughter…
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The Hungry Black Man (www.thehungryblackman.com) is back in Detroit and couldn’t be happier! Discovering new Black owned eateries, bakeries and sports bars has helped our team create more incredible content about this delicious city! One of our new favorite spots is Maty’s African Cuisine at 21611 Grand River Detroit, MI 48219, (Phone: 313.472.5885). Husband and…
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Our amazing photography is from none other than our Media Director, Mr. Korey Davis. Check him out at Korey Davis Photography @kdavisphotog for booking. Foodies tend to mention Charleston, Detroit, New Orleans and Montgomery when discussing cities with outstanding African-American cuisine; but what if I told you Delray Beach, FL could be the cousin of one…
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You can say many things about Detroit’s Turkey Grill (8290 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202, (313) 872-4624.) The food is amazing, with each bite packed with unrivaled flavor. The meat is tender; fried or baked to perfection. Artisanal and unique seasonings, marinades and rubs overtake your senses; packing a punch so powerful, Mayweather wouldn’t stand…
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In the words of the great rapper and philosopher T.I., “I’m Back”! Yes, Detroit, your adopted son and official Airbnb Detroit tastemaker and food critic from Miami has returned and we went crazy in “deez Detroit streets,” discovering and highlighting incredible Black owned eateries over the span of four days! Detroit is now my second…
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