Thank you for your interest in my books. You may get an autographed copy of either (or both) of my books by clicking on the links below: Soul Food: The Surprising Story of an American Cuisine, One Plate at a Time The President’s Kitchen Cabinet: The Story of the African Americans Who Have Fed Our […]
Early Buzz for “The President’s Kitchen Cabinet”!
Critical praise is already starting to roll in for my next book, The President’s Kitchen Cabinet: The Story of the African Americans Who Have Fed Our First Families from the Washingtons to the Obamas. Kirkus Reviews describes it as: “For food history and presidential history buffs alike, both entertaining and illuminating.” (12/8/16) Library Journal puts […]
NMAAHC Restaurant Roundup
There’s been a lot of exciting reports about the Sweet Home Cafe restaurant at the newly opened National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. As a public service, I’ve collected some key articles for you below. I can’t wait to eat there at the end of October when I join […]
Anointed: New soul food and ‘cue place in Denver
Got a chance to check out a new soul food spot today in the southwest Denver area: Anointed BBQ and Soul Food, 2504 W. Hampden, Sheridan, CO 80110. This is the former location of Country Time BBQ-a place that I liked. Anointed has an interesting backstory. It’s run by Marriese “Mo” Jones who was formerly […]