In Closing: Make Kwanzaa a Family Affair
The celebration of Kwanzaa has been an important tradition in my family for several years. In this article, I will discuss its historical development in my own family and why … Continue reading
Creative Giving for the Improving the Community
Celebrating Kwanzaa was not a ritual practiced by my family; in fact, I had no idea what Kwanzaa meant. While obtaining my degree in Africana Studies from NCSU, I learned … Continue reading
Imani: Senegalese-Inspired Chicken Peanut Stew
“The black eye pea was introduced into the West Indies from Central Africa in the early 1700s and journeyed from there into the Carolinas. The pea with the small black … Continue reading
Eva Smith of Tech. Food. Life. Celebrates Kuumba
Kwanzaa is a very important celebration for our heritage. It’s an international non-religious and non-heroic holiday to bring unity into the community. Today’s Kwanzaa principle is Kuumba (koo-OOM-bah), “Creativity.” Making the … Continue reading
Kuumba: Tips for Tastier Food & an Apple and Roasted Beet Salad
It seems creativity is an innate gift of the African diaspora. From hand made jewellery, intricate hairstyles to expressive art, and indeed food, we have been blessed with the talent … Continue reading
Kuumba Motivates Creator of “Tofu Delights”
When Washington, D.C. Chef Jawanza Zulu sees a recipe or watches a food show featuring chicken, beef, pork, duck or desserts, he imagines how the food, its flavors and textures, can … Continue reading
Ed Sargent of Weekend Food Projects Celebrates Imani
Ed Sargent is the do-it-yourself force behind Weekend Food Projects. His blog is dedicated to food, food issues, and food photography with a strong focus on organic, local ingredients and … Continue reading
Kwanzaa Kuumba Bear Red and Black Velvet Cake
I feel traditions take stronger root when we are young… Twirling my hair, I envisioned a Kuumba Bear. On a checked cushion of red, black, and green, I dared to … Continue reading
Imani: Faith and Food
Being of African descent I’ve always been curious about the Kwanzaa holiday. What it means. How it’s celebrated. In researching there are seven principals that represents Kwanzaa. The very last … Continue reading
Afro-Peruvians: Proud of their Roots
African people were brought to Peru as slaves by the Spanish conquistadors, and little did anyone know how strongly they were going to influence our country through the years. One … Continue reading
Ujamaa: Caterers for Your Next Special Event
Hiring a community focus caterer is within the principle of Ujamaa. The following are a few caterers to call for your next special event.
Ujamaa: Majani Catering’s Soulful Community Connection
As fellow Kwanzaa Culinarians, we raise our forks in agreement that there’s more to food than meets the stomach. Good food solidifies bonds, starts businesses and builds community. When we … Continue reading
“Luna’s Kitchen Magic” Celebrates Ujamaa
Seletta “Luna” Raven lives in Oakland, California. She is the woman and spirit behind Luna’s Kitchen Magic. In her own space, Luna shares the foods that resonate with herself and … Continue reading
Finding Ujima at College
Ujima (oo-JEE-mah), “Collective work and responsibility,” Helping others within the community I’ve been lucky enough to live in a number of different places. When we came to the states, I … Continue reading
Ujima: Naomi’s Community Work with her Church
After I received my assigned principle about Kwanzaa, I tried to narrow down what specific recipe I could write about. My principle is Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility), which means … Continue reading
Ujima: Terri Shares Fungee, Cod Fish and Chop Up
When I think about this recipe for fungee, codfish and chop up, I can only think about my mother. This is my favorite dish from our native Antigua in the … Continue reading
Kujichagulia + Cinnamon Frosted Fig Pecan Scones
The Kwanzaa Principle of Kujichagulia (koo-jee-cha-goo-LEE-yah) refers to self-determination. It speaks to defining ourselves, naming ourselves, creating for ourselves and speaking for ourselves. When I decided to start blogging, I wasn’t … Continue reading
Chrystal Baker of The Duo Dishes Celebrates Ujima
Chrystal Baker is the co-founder and co-editor of The Duo Dishes. The recipe and events blog has served as a place to share original and adapted recipes with friends, family … Continue reading
Kujichagulia: Soul Aperture’s Coconut Biscuits
When I was a little girl, the kitchen was my place of solace. It’s the place where my grandmother would set me atop a chair, and teach me all she … Continue reading
Michael Jenkins-Brown of South Bay Foodies Celebrates Kujichagulia
Michael Jenkins-Brown is the editor and main contributor to South Bay Foodies. He is based in a very specific part of Los Angeles–the South Bay. It’s a part of the … Continue reading
Umoja: Sarina’s Ochro Rice
Umoja/Unity: To strive for a principled and harmonious togetherness in family, community, nation, and world.” What is unity? Is it the sharing of a single purpose, a single outlook? Is … Continue reading
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