Thanksgiving is all about tradition, food and fellowship. From the setting of the tables to the picking of the collards greens, in the Black Southern community, Thanksgiving is a time to connect, make memories and preserve heritage.

Black Thanksgiving Traditions: How to Host Thanksgiving with Black Heritage in Mind
One of the most delicious and yet relaxing times of the year is Thanksgiving. Eating homemade meals, watching football, and playing games is just the perfect memory that is needed right before the start of

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

HBCU Travel: Savannah City Guide for a Lowcountry Thanksgiving Getaway
Traveling for the Holidays is a common trend in the African American community. Whether it is traveling back home to your parents home or looking for a quick getaway with your immediate family, coming together

Holiday Inspiration: Black Thanksgiving Books for Kids
As a new mom, I am always looking for new things to do with my baby. From going to museums, crafting activities and snuggle time, there is always something to explore but I leave the

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

Designing Black Women: Home for the Holidays with Melanie Bias
For our “Designing Black Women” series we are taking you to Charleston, South Carolina to the home of Melanie Bias. She is the owner of Southern Charm Staging and Redesign. The mission at Southern Charm

HBCU Entertaining: How to Celebrate the Bayou Classic
Tailgating season is coming to an end but the fun is not over. One of the largest events during the HBCU football season is the Bayou Classic held in New Orleans, Louisiana. If you can’t

3 Black-Owned Food Brands For Your Thanksgiving Table
Enjoying the holidays does not imply that there is not a way to do so without being supportive or a fan of Black-Owned Brands. Honestly, Thanksgiving without Black-Owned Food Brands is like having a quick

Understanding Black Southern Funeral Food Tradition
In 1988, late Gullah culinary anthropologist and food writer Vertamae Smart-Grosvenor told the New York Times, ”You can’t have a proper funeral without food. When someone dies, the food, the spread, the feast has to

Black Thanksgiving Traditions: How to Host Thanksgiving with Black Heritage in Mind
One of the most delicious and yet relaxing times of the year is Thanksgiving. Eating homemade meals, watching football, and playing games is just the perfect memory that is needed right before the start of

Gullah Geechee Heritage: Delicious Miss Brown Returns for 3rd Season
Just in time to wrap up summer and head into fall, cook and caterer Kardea Brown is back with a brand-new season of Delicious Miss Brown to share more of her cherished family recipes and

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










































