Black-owned Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley now has a new location in Washington, D.C. With sister locations in Dallas and Chicago, the upscale restaurant, which serves Southern comfort food, opened in “Chocolate City” on June 16, 2023. Able to…
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Living Loud & Proud: Talent Director Tee Lindsay on Coming Out To His Religious Family
Coming out isn’t an easy thing to do, especially when you’re not sure of what you’re feeling. For many who identify as gay, it’s something they know and feel from an early age. Swank Studio talent director Tee Lindsay had…
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5 Black Fathers Share Inherited Life Lessons to Inspire Their Children
Fatherhood has the power to move us in many ways. Black fatherhood, specifically, is integral to the infrastructure of our community. In a world that seeks to denigrate Black men, they shine their light brightly as a reminder that they…
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Hue Society’s Tahiirah Habibi Plans To Level The Playing Field for Black Men and Women With This New Wine Scholarship From Libby U
For years, the statistics surrounding the number of Black men and women who are not only wine brand owners—but even those who are deemed sommeliers—have been severely disproportionate. While the numbers are certainly rising, a recent survey found that only…
Read MoreKinfolk: Social Media Sensations Jarius and Terrell Joseph Talk Redefining Black Fatherhood in Their Own Way
For married couple and social media sensations Jarius and Terrell Joseph, raising a family was something they always agreed was in the cards. The two met in college, a time when it was tougher to live out loud as a…
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3 Summer Enclaves All Black Travelers Should Visit Beyond Martha’s Vineyard
As Black travelers, finding destinations where you feel welcomed and can truly let your guard down to relax can be a challenge. Fortunately, the United States offers several hidden gems that are famous for their open and welcoming nature toward…
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Solange Knowles Launches Saint Heron Glassware Line With Blackness as the Inspiration
Creative genius and entertainer Solange Knowles can never be boxed in. Earlier this year, during a tour of her Los Angeles apartment, the “Cranes in the Sky” songstress revealed that she was taking her Saint Heron brand to new levels….
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Viral Pink Sauce Creator Chef Pii Gives Us the Lowdown on 2 Recipes Perfect for Summer Gatherings
In just a year, Veronica Shaw, affectionately known as Chef Pii, has gone from your average content creator to running a full scale food business. In June 2022, the private chef and TikTok star introduced the world to her now…
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6 Top Picks from The Fresh Dolls
Dr. Lisa Williams is a lover of education. “I loved education so I kept going and going until ultimately I got my PhD,” shares Williams, who was the first African American female to receive a doctorate degree from Ohio State…
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