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5 Tips for Planning a Vacation from Southern Travel Expert
Looking to explore the South this summer or even take a staycation in your hometown, April Flowers Chambers, an experienced travel agent based out of North Carolina is here to help. Learn more about this
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Dating Asheville: Exploring The Historic Block with Aisha Adams
Aisha Adams is the program developer behind The Lenoir-Rhyne Equity & Diversity Institute. She is also executive producer of The Asheville View, and the founder of the firm Equity Over Everything. Known for its award-winning
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Southern Summer Drink Recipes with the Cocktail Bandits
Today we are featuring a guest post from Cocktail Bandits, a Charleston Based duo, who are food and beverage tastemakers. If you are hosting a party or planning summer event, cocktails are a must and
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Tips to Styling for Summer from Fashion Expert, Adrienne Nixon
Summer is in full swing and is time for hosting and entertaining in the South. Are you looking to add some fun style to your summer wardrobe? We have you covered today with Tips to Styling
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5 Tips for Hosting a Summer Soiree
Are you hosting a party this summer? Need some inspiration to throw a truly Black Southern Belle chicA�event? Today we have Canaan Marshall giving youA�5 Tips for Hosting a Summer Soiree. Canaan is Macon, GA
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Daughters of the Great Migration Recalling the Sights, Bites & Sounds of Summers Down South
This is the thirtieth anniversary of Spike Lee’s “Crooklyn.” The story was birthed and penned by Joie Lee’s memories of growing up in Brooklyn. One of the most incredible parts of the movie takes place
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Explore These Southern Fruits We Love By Region
There are some unusual fruits Black southern heritage cooks have known about for years that are often overlooked due to the passage of time, knowledge and location. These are a few of those fruits that
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Black Travel Heritage: Historically Black Beaches in Texas
Does your ideal vacation include endless water, sunny weather, straw brim hats, and stylish outdoor attire? If it does then we are thinking alike. Beaches are some of the best trips to experience and are
The holidays are fast approaching… It’s the perfect time of the year to celebrate and share our heritage while coming together with friends and family. While gathering together may look a little different this year, there are still so many memories to look back on and moments to look forward to. We will celebrate the holiday traditions from Thanksgiving to the New Year in our new Holiday Heritage Series
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Holiday Heritage: Kids Room Christmas Decor Tour
With Christmas just a few days away we can expect decor items to be slightly different than our everyday decor. We can expect seasonal decorations from the living room to the kids bedroom in order
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Howard Alum Presents Holiday Drive in Gullah Movie Experience in Beaufort, SC
Looking for something safe and culturally inspired to do this holiday season? Add a Gullah Christmas Movie Drive-In to your must-attend list. Complete with Gullah food vendors and social distancing, this Anita Pather, also known
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How to Prepare for a Holiday Shoot with a Toddler
The holiday season is here and as the mother of a toddler with a baby on the way, I am still planning my holiday photos and wanted to get insight on how to prepare my
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Classic Holiday Style and Family Fun in Charleston, SC
Holidays are here and nothing feels better than spending time with family. One of my annual ways to spend family time is by exploring historic hotels and holiday houses to get inspiration for holiday decor.
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20 Tips for Black Southern Belle Holiday Decor
With Christmas right around the corner, you still have time to put some finishing touches on your holiday decor. Get some Black Southern Belle Holiday inspiration below. Share your holiday decor by using the hashtag
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Holiday Gifts for the Tastemaker in Your Life
Do you have a picky Black Southern Belle to shop for? Get some inspiration for gifts for her today from steve mckenzie’s. This Atlanta based store has a great mix of modern and traditional decor.
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Gullah Brands to Add to Your Holiday Gift List
The holiday season is approaching faster than expected. With Christmas and Thanksgiving around the corner, finding a gift to show your thankfulness and love for friends and family is becoming a race against the clock.
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Black Thanksgiving Heritage: Thanksgiving Traditions in the Gulf Coast
Thanksgiving Day is right around the corner and families all across America are excited, and they are planning their holiday meal and family activities. Some will travel by plane, train, or automobile to visit their
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Consider These Freshwater Fish for Your Holiday Menu
If you’re looking to add some variety to your holiday cooking, consider using freshwater fish in your dishes. Mullet, trout, bass, and catfish are all great options that can be prepared in a variety of
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Pink and Green Tablescape: Preppy Thanksgiving Inspiration
You still have time to add some style to your Thanksgiving dinner. Want to try something different? Why not use a preppy theme for your Thanksgiving Tablescape with some bold Pink and Green style. Here
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Six Items Every Southern Belle Needs for Fall
Still looking for that perfect fall look? We have some great tips from Germanee, Lead Stylist of the Prada-G+Co. This fashionable Black Southern Belle is giving you all the information you need to be stylish
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Orange and Blue Fall Inspiration: Fall Tablescape Decor
Fall is here and it is time for the changing of leaves along with changing of home decor. Today we have orange and blue fall inspiration for your fall tablescape decor. Orange and Blue Fall
The holidays are fast approaching… It’s the perfect time of the year to celebrate and share our heritage while coming together with friends and family. While gathering together may look a little different this year, there are still so many memories to look back on and moments to look forward to. We will celebrate the holiday traditions from Thanksgiving to the New Year in our new Holiday Heritage Series.