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.
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
Friendsgiving Inspiration from Howard University Alum and Beck&Call Founder
What better way to celebrate the end of Beck&Call Hospitality’s crowdfunding campaign than with a friendsgiving dinner! The team came together at Kaylon’s childhood home to design a minimal and rustic tablescape with a warm
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
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
A Tale of Two Thanksgiving: Black Thanksgiving Traditions
While the South is known for many hearty holiday traditions, the traditions vary from different regions of the South. Some Black Southern Belles have different traditions from the Black Southern Beaus in their lives and
Thanksgiving Memories from The Gourmet Sweet Potato Cookbook Author
Holiday memories as a child always become a flashback moment when families are preparing to gather. Whether it was the funny moments that always seem to happen when the entire family came together or if
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
HBCU Alum Remember Memories of Going Home for Thanksgiving
Being a student at an Historically Black College and University is totally an experience like no other. From meeting friends that turn into family to participating in a variety of custom and fashion forward on-campus
A Black Southern Belle’s Guide to Celebrating the Holidays Safely During COVID-19
Photo: Toasting with Mississippi Muscadine Wine from Old South Winery By Elevated Occasions Like most other things this year, the holidays are going to look a bit different than normal. But fear not! If you
FAMU Alum Tells Her African-American Holiday Traditions in Florida’s Gulf Coast
Growing up in Florida’s beautiful Gulf Coast was extraordinary. The holiday season was the most wonderful time of the year in our beloved city. From holiday traditions and rituals, to the great food and drinks,
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
Gumbo Memories from Black Southern Belle Chefs
Gumbo is the one meal that’s distinctly southern and that’s celebrated throughout Black culture during various holidays and events. It’s a Mardi Gras staple and is even honored as a meal of choice for many