Atlanta In the Industry Lifestyle

Down Home Brewing Makes Waves with Craft Brewing

Some may argue that one of the greatest joys in life is grabbing a cold beer with a friend. Brewery owners, Chris Reeves and William Allen Moore, have plans to…

Chef Rudy Straker
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Chef Rudy Straker Was Born to Cook

In a perfect world, I would have a private chef! To be more specific, I would have Chef Rudy Straker as my private chef. Originally from Astoria Queens, Chef Rudy…

Kathryn Pauline
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Equity at the Table with Kathryn Pauline

The food industry is not exempt from the discriminatory behavior female, gender nonconforming and minority individuals are faced with. Equity at the Table (EATT) was formed to combat these imbalances….

Fall food festivals
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9 Food Festivals You Must Make it to This Winter

The holidays are here and most cities are covered in snow and ice; it’s officially winter! But don’t let the winter blues get you down. While there are plenty of food…

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Exactly Who Does This Industry Serve?

Why is it that the hospitality industry is so overwhelming white? Have we convinced young people of color the only jobs in the industry they’re qualified for are waiter and…

Okra
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eatOkra Dining App: The Next Great Resource

Ever get the craving for some collard greens, mac and cheese and BBQ chicken made the way your grandmother makes them only to realize you’re states apart? Enter: eatOkra an app that…

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9 Food Festivals Every Foodie Should Know About this Summer

The weather has heated up, happy hour and BBQ invitations are abound and summer food festivals are kicking off. Things slow down around this time of year, making it the…

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Meet These Black-Owned Breweries

The American craft beer revolution is here. There are more than 5,000 American breweries, according to the Brewers Association. However, there is still a lack of diversity in the craft…

Lasheeda Perry
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Lasheeda Perry Walks to Her Own Beat and is Honored for It

As we continue to navigate representation in the food industry, we must recognize the real and good work being done. Take Lasheeda Perry, who is not just good, but really…