When Zachary Wallace, affectionately known as “Big Zak,” opened the doors to his first Local Green location in Atlanta’s Vine City community on the West Side in January 2019, you could find him doing everything from running the cash register to cooking the food himself. Four-plus years later, you’ll likely see the life-size image of...
This hamburger steak and gravy recipe is an old school soul food dish in the South. Considered a classic comfort food meal, it combines seasoned ground beef patties with a flavorful onion gravy, creating a hearty and satisfying meal. Break out your pots and pans, folks! It’s freezing outside and we are cooking up something...
Soul food seasoning is a blend of spices and herbs used to season dishes in soul food cuisine. Soul food is a traditional African American culinary style that originated in the Southern United States. It is known for its rich and flavorful dishes that often incorporate a variety of spices to enhance taste. How to...
Hot homemade pretzels are something special! This soft pretzel recipe is fun to make and the results are outstanding—chewy, buttery, and perfect to serve with your favourite dipping sauce. There’s a unique sense of achievement that comes from creating your own soft pretzels at home—the same kind you get from making Vegan Japanese Milk Bread...
Discover the simplicity and satisfaction of this classic Southern favorite – a bone-in fried pork chop sandwich topped with tomato, onion, mustard, and mayonnaise. Marrekus grew up in Memphis, but he especially cherished his summers spent in Mississippi with his grandfather, who introduced him to the mouthwatering fried pork chop sandwiches. Those simple yet satisfying...
These pinwheel sandwiches are just as perfect for parties as they are for tucking into lunchboxes! With cream cheese, pesto, and sun-dried tomatoes, each bite of these vegan tortilla roll-ups is packed with flavour. Pinwheel sandwiches—also known as tortilla roll-ups—are a staple of baby showers, bridal showers, and other parties where you need finger foods...
Experience Memphis barbecue with our succulent and tender smoked rib tips! Served with white bread and pickles, it’s a simple yet delicious combination that captures the authentic flavors of this Southern dish. If you enjoy Memphis barbecue, chances are you’re familiar with smoked rib tips. Since Memphis is Marrekus’ hometown, we couldn’t resist sharing this...
Pineapple fried rice gives you that perfect balance of sweet and salty flavour in every bite, along with a mix of textures that makes it super satisfying! Here’s how to make it at home. If you can never resist ordering fried rice when you get takeout Thai or Chinese food, you’re going to love being...
Smoky, colorful and loaded with health, these Cuban black beans are a delicious meal on their own, but they also make a gorgeous side dish. Love black bean recipes? Also try this vegan Mexican black bean casserole or these spicy vegan empanadas stuffed with black beans. With antioxidant-rich black beans, sweet potatoes and colorful bell...
This fish and grits recipe features baked blackened salmon and grits. It’s the perfect dinner for two recipe and great for busy weeknights when you want something quick and easy in under 30 minutes. Fish and grits is a classic Southern dish that combines the savory flavors of fish with the comforting texture of grits....