Tucked away in the middle of the street on Rua das Laranjeiras in Lisbon, Portugal, is the Soul Food Restaurant by Felicia. You can almost miss this hidden gem that is centrally located in a thriving residential and commercial district, adjacent to major intersections, and close to principal tourist attractions, including hotels, eateries, boutique shops, the Lisbon Zoo, major area attractions and various historical sites. Furthermore, the restaurant benefits from being near most of central Lisbon’s primary transportation routes.  In fact, Lisbon International Airport is only a 16-minute ..read more

Dog & Whistle is an upcycling pet food company founded by Eric Adams. Upcycling, also called creative reuse, involves repurposing by-products, waste materials and unwanted items into new objects or products in an artistic style or environmental value. Excess food can be fed to animals, converted into energy or composted. Dog & Whistle redistributes high-quality excess food and converts it into human-grade pet food. This practice not only combats food waste but also contributes to the global fight against hunger, making a significant environmental impact. Adams talked with Cuisine Noir ..read more

If you’re craving a hearty meal, a well-seasoned beef stew may come to mind. The popular dish is considered affordable and relatively easy-to-prepare comfort food in many cultures. The right seasonings for beef stew can create a flavorful pot of goodness that will have your dinner companions asking for more. So, let’s get inspired with these seven tips packed with ingredients and spices for beef stew that will take your beef stew to the next level. Beef stew vs soup: What’s the Difference Understandably, stews can sometimes be confused with soup — and both can be enjoyed with some type of sta ..read more

Two months ago, chef Adejoké Bakare made history by becoming the first Black woman in the United Kingdom to be awarded a Michelin star for her restaurant Chishuru. The modern West African concept in London’s Fitzrovia district earned its star earlier this year in February, garnering widespread attention and acclaim. “It’s wonderful to have been recognized in this way,” says Bakare, the self-taught chef and visionary behind the award-winning restaurant. Chishuru is changing the game with Chef Bakare’s brilliant fusion of West African flavors complemented by the restaurant’s laid-back atmospher ..read more

Following World War II, our nation was hit with a boom, a baby boom. The baby boom made baby showers a common activity for expecting couples. When throwing a shower, keep in mind that baby shower etiquette is slightly dependent upon the culture and region of where you live. Most of the baby shower concerns addressed below apply to most cultures. However, if you are in doubt about a certain issue within your culture, ask friends or family for their recommendations. Pre-Planning Baby Shower Etiquette Tips Tip #1 When deciding which date you want to set for the celebration, typically it should f ..read more

Shannon Sharpe launches Shay by Le Portier VSOP in the Colorado market. This launch marks the NFL Hall of Famer’s return to state where he played 12 seasons as tight end for the Denver Broncos. During a recent launch visit, Sharpe said, “I am very excited to be back in Colorado where I spent 12 years with the Broncos.  Denver is like a 2nd home to me. The fans and community support have been overwhelming for our award-winning Cognac. This is a very special moment in my life, not only a passion project but an opportunity for me to honor my grandmother Mary Porter with Shay by Le Port ..read more

Pizza Hut is joining forces with acclaimed food critic, Forbes 30 Under 30 Creator and NAACP Outstanding Social Media Personality winner, Keith Lee, as they team up to support local communities and unveil the FamiLEE Community Pizza. As part of the partnership, Pizza Hut is donating $50,000 to two underserved public schools to support and honor Keith and Ronnie Lee’s community. As part of the brand’s $12ANY campaign1, the FamiLEE Community Pizza promises to redefine the pizza experience with its unique blend of flavors and community spirit. “I am blessed to team up with Pizza Hut for the Fami ..read more

For entrepreneur Jovani Prince, the motivation behind building The Cracker King line of gluten-free crackers was love. “The Cracker King company started when I got fired,” says the former advertising/sales executive about the event that prompted the formation of his cracker brand. “I was the only Black guy there. It was a tech company, and they gave me the worst territory; they just did me dirty. My wife, Leslie, was pregnant with twins, and we had a beautiful eight-month-old baby girl,” recalls Prince about the time he was left wondering how he would be able to take care of his family on his ..read more

Owning cast iron cookware opens you up to a new world of perfectly seared steak, easy one-pan dinners and flavorful sauces. With the help of our cast iron connoisseur, Chef Sheri Raleigh-Yearby, founder of Cast Iron Skillet Culinaire, we will explore how to cook with cast iron cookware and different ways that your cookware can be implemented in your everyday cooking practices to elevate any meal. Preheating Cast Iron Cookware Once you know how to cook with cast iron cookware, it will be hard to turn back. One thing that makes cast iron so optimal for cooking is the ability to evenly retain he ..read more

Former NBA player Alan Henderson spotlights African American history makers in the spirits industry. When former NBA player Alan Henderson decided to dip into the spirits world with the company he founded in 2013, Henderson Spirits Group (HSG), representation of the African American community and other communities of color was a big focal point. Researching the industry as he planned his company’s launch, he quickly realized that the Black community had been left out of the narrative, with only a handful of Black-owned brands gaining a reputation over the last few years. Thus began the journe ..read more