"As a proud Howard University alumnus, I love everything about HBCUs. From traditions to tailgating, being an HBCU alumnus is a lifestyle," shares Michiel Perry, founder of Black Southern Belle. "Tailgating is an opportunity for communities to come together and celebrate festivities with HBCU pride, educational excellence, food, and athletics, whether you are celebrating at a college or in your home."
Tailgate Cocktail Recipes: 4 Tips for HBCU Tailgating Prep
BSBs aren’t foreign to an epic HBCU pregame! This homecoming season, gather your #HBCUBelles together before the tailgate and pregame the Skinnygirl way. Put on some music from your college days and prep some of our
HBCU Tailgating: How to Host a Tailgate Party with HBCU Inspiration
The camaraderie between HBCU alums and the loyalty to their schools runs deep. We’re sure you have that family member, friend, or sorority sister who loves to host a festive tailgate party at home and
HBCU Heritage: Reflections of an HBCU Queen
Growing up my mom would get so excited during her college homecoming. I was especially excited for the homecoming parade. The marching bands could be heard miles away with cheers from the onlookers, floats would
HBCU Tailgate at Home: Bar Cart Inspiration with Heritage
How do you add HBCU pride into your home? Do you share images of your favorite high-stepping band in your living room decor or do you add the colors of your favorite Tiger Den in
FAMU alumnus Rashaunda Grant serves up tailgating bites inspired by HBCUs
Florida A&M University alumnus Rashaunda Grant serves up tailgating bits inspired by HBCUs HBCU Tailgate Culture is a new series highlighting the HBCU’s lifestyle, cultural cuisines, celebrations, and the memories, celebrations, and inspiration of former
Gina Capers Willis’ HBCU inspired Upscale Nibbles and Libations
Our latest BSB series celebrates HBCU Tailgate Culture, focusing on cultural cuisines, HBCU lifestyle, memories, celebrations, and entertaining.  Photography by Sabal Palm Creative Michiel Perry invited Gullah Geechee, chef and founder of What’s Gina Cooking, Gina
HBCU Tailgate Gift Ideas for any Tailgating Fan or HBCU Alum
At Black Southern Belle, we love tailgating! Many of us are HBCU Fans or HBCU Alums, including Michiel Perry, a very proud Howard alumnus. Tailgate parties are traditional during football games, classic events, homecoming, and
Tailgate Cocktail Recipes: 4 Tips for HBCU Tailgating Prep
BSBs aren’t foreign to an epic HBCU pregame! This homecoming season, gather your #HBCUBelles together before the tailgate and pregame the Skinnygirl way. Put on some music from your college days and prep some of our
HBCU Tailgating: How to Host a Tailgate Party with HBCU Inspiration
The camaraderie between HBCU alums and the loyalty to their schools runs deep. We’re sure you have that family member, friend, or sorority sister who loves to host a festive tailgate party at home and
HBCU-Themed Dinner Party for Back to School
Whether you are starting the new year with your kids or heading back to grad school or celebrating new beginnings, this time of year is a time to celebrate whatever you are accomplishing in life.
HBCU Tailgate Culture and Food: Eating at “Home”
HBCU tailgate parties are legendary for alums attending Saturday football games at their alma maters. What makes them legendary? The people. Tailgate parties at regular season football games, classic events, and homecoming are mini-reunions hosted
Howard Homecoming at Home: The Proper Setting
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HBCU Tailgate at Home: Bar Cart Inspiration with Heritage
How do you add HBCU pride into your home? Do you share images of your favorite high-stepping band in your living room decor or do you add the colors of your favorite Tiger Den in
HBCU Tailgate at Home: Setting the Table with Heritage
Many of my family members graduated from HBCUs, and I am a very proud Howard alumnus. Tailgate parties are traditional during football games, classic events, and homecoming. They are a great way to gather with
HBCU Tailgate: Chef Capers Gullah Inspired Tailgate Appetizers
Anyone who’s ever enjoyed HBCU tailgate dishes knows the enjoyment that comes with each bite. The way your stomach feels after you bite into mouth-watering grilled pork chops or sweet homemade lemonade is just what
FAMU alumnus Rashaunda Grant serves up tailgating bites inspired by HBCUs
Florida A&M University alumnus Rashaunda Grant serves up tailgating bits inspired by HBCUs HBCU Tailgate Culture is a new series highlighting the HBCU’s lifestyle, cultural cuisines, celebrations, and the memories, celebrations, and inspiration of former
Gina Capers Willis’ HBCU inspired Upscale Nibbles and Libations
Our latest BSB series celebrates HBCU Tailgate Culture, focusing on cultural cuisines, HBCU lifestyle, memories, celebrations, and entertaining.  Photography by Sabal Palm Creative Michiel Perry invited Gullah Geechee, chef and founder of What’s Gina Cooking, Gina
HBCU Tailgate Essentials – How To Host a Tailgate at Home
HBCU Tailgate season is here. Summer is coming to an end and before we know it Autumn will be here. If you can’t make it back to your alma mater, why not host a tailgate
HBCU Tailgate Inspiration – Lowcountry Style
,HBCU Tailgate season is right around the corner. As a proud Howard University alum, I can’t wait and am already having dreams about tailgate fun but unfortunately, with a newborn, I won’t be leaving for
Howard University Tailgating and Dinner Party Inspiration
Howard Homecoming is just around the around. Although I won’t be able to attend this year, I will be there in spirit by hosting a Tailgating and Dinner party at my home. If you are
BLACK SOUTHERN BELLE ANNOUNCES SERIES TO CELEBRATE HBCU TAILGATE CULTURE
WALTERBORO, SC – Black Southern Belle (BSB) announces a new series celebrating HBCU Tailgate Culture focused on at-home entertaining, cuisines, and decorations. The series will be released this Autumn through the BSB website, social channels,
HBCU 2021 Classics to Attend and How to Tailgate
HBCU Classics are just that; classic games and tailgates you should not miss! Besides being a nice play on words, the HBCU Classics are where HBCU pride oozes from the pores of students, alumni, faculty,
5 Black-Owned Tailgate Brands and Tips for How to Tailgate with Kids
Tailgating is a great place for adults, their friends, and all of their kids. Being out in the open in a social gathering typically near a large sporting event is what tailgating is about. Adding
Lowcountry Tailgaiting Inspiration: Tips for HBCU Tailgating at Home
As fall approaches and football season gets on its way, tailgating for HBCU students, alumni, and football fans is at its all-time peak. Whether it’s Greeks grilling on the yard of their HBCU campus or
African American Heritage Travel: How to Curate a Socially Distanced Family Experience This Fall In Natchez, MS
Looking for a fall destination that is family-friendly with lots of open space and southern charm? You should definitely add Natchez, MS. The historic city of Natchez is one of the oldest cities located in
HBCU Party Time: HBCU Tailgating Traditions with Lowcountry Biscuit Bar Inspiration
HBCU Party Time: HBCU Tailgating Traditions with Lowcountry Biscuit Bar Inspiration HBCU Football season is here and that means it is time for us to start HBCU Tailgating season. I absolutely love this time of
