This Strawberry Cilantro Mocktail is made with strawberry-flavored sparkling water, fresh strawberries, cilantro, and citrus. It will give you all the tropical vibes you need! You’ll be grabbing a glass and throwing yourself your very own happy hour! If you…
Archives for June 2020
The Best Catfish in Birmingham
I was in college when I was introduced to catfish—and LOVED it! Now, before you say…”you never ate catfish growing up?” Let me explain. My Mom and Dad used to cook catfish, but for whatever reason (perhaps me being a…
Fruit and Veggie Wash
Did you know that it is National Fruit and Vegetables Month? Well…neither did I! I will also make sure I won’t forget next year. This post came right on time! I haven’t gone out unless it was for essential runs…
Juneteenth: The Celebration, The Food, The Fight Continues
Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration that commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. It was on June 19, 1865 when Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger in Galveston, Texas brought the news that the enslaved…
Support Black Colleges + Rock a Dope Hoodie
It’s no secret that my HBCU-Love runs deep. For those who didn’t know, HBCU stands for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Both my parents were graduates of HBCUs. My Mother was a graduate of Alabama State University and both my…
Break the Cycle: Unlearn, Dismantle, and Self-Educate
BLACK LIVES MATTER beyond Blackout Tuesday. This is not about an organization or a movement. It’s simple, black men and women, boys and girls deserve to LIVE. Unlearn and dismantle thought patterns, behaviors, and silence. Break generational curses and cycles….