Politics, Cooperative Economics and Cookies
A few weeks ago, I was involved in a Twitter conversation about supporting Black businesses. As a result, I wrote a blog post compiling a list of Black-owned beauty brands. … Continue reading
Piri Piri Roasted Vegetables
By Chrystal Baker of The Duo Dishes and Any and Everywhere. Ujamaa, cooperative economics, is the topic of the day, and it’s a big one in light of the holiday season. A … Continue reading
A Taste of Arts and Culture
By Adrienne Cole of ARTisan Cafe Four has always been my favorite number. Forever and a day. Before I could count, I imagine that the visual of four always commanded … Continue reading
Therapy Wine Bar’s Top 5 African-American Owned Wines
By Angela Terry, Co-Owner of Therapy Wine Bar Therapy Wine Bar opened its door in Bedford-Stuyvesant in September 2009. Since then we have been providing our customers with an eclectic … Continue reading
A Monthly Subscription Service Making Buying Black Easy
By Ebony Costain, Founder/Owner of Ujamaa Box Do you find yourself wanting to spend more money with Black businesses but days, weeks, months go by and you still haven’t spent a … Continue reading
African Jewel Rooibos Tea Cake
The principle of Ujamaa-Cooperative economics, to build and maintain our own stores, shops and other businesses and profit from them together, is one that has been ever present in my … Continue reading
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
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
In Spirit of Kuumba, Shelley Shares her Sweet Potato Bread Pudding
My most fond memories of Kwanzaa is Karamu or the feast. My mother made Kwanzaa a tradition in our house when I was in elementary school. Every year people would … Continue reading
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