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“RECREATION AND RELAXATION WITHOUT HUMILIATION.” That was the slogan Abraham Lincoln Lewis gave to his self-proclaimed American Beach, after he purchased 200 acres of seashore along Florida’s northeastern coast in 1935. “ To read on, click here.
“Sleep was my first coping mechanism. My mom likes to tell stories of how, as a toddler, I would protest unwanted visits with relatives by taking a well-timed nap.” To read on, click here.
“Now in its fifth year, Black Restaurant Week returns to Los Angeles from Friday, August 7 through Sunday, August 16. Founded by Warren Luckett, Falayn Ferrell, and Derek Robinson, Black Restaurant Week celebrates African-American, African, and Caribbean cuisines by introducing communities to their local Black-owned restaurants, cafes, food trucks, and catering businesses.” To
“We sat down with Aria Sa’id, Co-founder and Executive Director of the Transgender District, to talk about what the district represents to San Francisco’s trans community, and their work in helping other trans communities protect their heritage.” To read on, click here.
“Afro-Ecuadorians make up about seven to 10 % of the country’s population, but their impact on Ecuador’s food, music and traditions is undeniable.” To read on, click here.
“More than just a travel guide, The Negro Motorist Green Book was quite literally a lifesaver for Black people navigating America’s roadways during Jim Crow. Published between 1936 and 1967, the guide cataloged hotels, rest stops, diners, clubs, and resorts that could be trusted as welcoming safe havens for Black travelers.” To read on, click
“Zora spoke with Penniman about the legacy she’s contributing to as a food sovereignty activist, systemic racism and injustice in America’s food systems, and how Soul Fire Farm is adapting amid a global pandemic.” To read on, click here.
“During the 2020 Super Bowl, viewers were dazzled with a halftime show that placed Latin rhythms front and center, with pop stars Jennifer Lopez and Shakira performing as headliners. Many of Shakira’s backup dancers hailed from her hometown of Barranquilla, Colombia, and their choreography borrowed moves from a popular Afro-Colombian dance style called champeta.”
“Lack of human touch during social distancing can have a significant health impact. Here are five ways you can act against it.” To read on, click here.
“Figuring out how to navigate from Oaxaca to Puerto Escondido can be an issue, with travelers often receiving conflicting information on how to close the roughly 162-mile (260-kilometer) gap. Here are different options for traveling from one city to another.” To read on, click here. Art by Julia Wytrazek for Culture Trip