These smoke fried wings are the perfect combination of crispy skin and delicious smoke flavor. They’re brined, smoked, and finished with a quick fry for the best game day snack. Pair with your favorite dipping sauces or hot sauce and enjoy! Two of Marrekus’ favorite things are ribs and chicken wings. These “smoke-a-fried” wings, as...
Our creamy tomato basil soup is made with simple ingredients like roasted tomatoes, garlic, and onion, and fresh basil. This delicious bisque is pureed and strained, and uses heavy cream and a roux to achieve a smooth consistency. We love this fresh tomato basil soup! It’s silky smooth and delicious. Marrekus and I picked out...
Our baked Gouda Mac and Cheese boasts a velvety, creamy sauce made with a flour roux and a blend of Gouda, sharp cheddar, and Colby Jack cheese. It’s perfect for celebratory occasions like Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or a standout Sunday soul food dinner. Better Than Your Average Soul Food Mac and Cheese When we think...
These are the best Strawberry Sugar Cookies, with a perfect balance of sweet, strawberry flavor and a beautiful pink hue. Easy to make with simple ingredients, these chewy, soft sugar cookies capture a nostalgic taste and are sure to be a family favorite! When I was a kid, going to the grocery store with my...
Our southern smothered pork chops features juicy pork chops that are pan fried until golden brown and smothered in a rich onion gravy. Thick-cut pork chops with creamy gravy is a southern classic meal, perfect for Sunday soul food dinner! Hey there, family! If you’re craving a classic Southern comfort meal that’s both hearty and...
Deborah Segun is a 30-year-old Nigerian artist who lives and works in Lagos, Nigeria. Segun studied at Italy’s prestigious Polimoda school in Florence — one of the top art schools in the world. Segun is known for her use of complimenting color schemes to create bright, bold, abstracted depictions of the black female form. She...
Rising model Mary Ukech shines in a series of contemporary looks for Harper’s Bazaar’s US edition. Ukech looks positively dreamy, yet strong and is shot by Paris/London based photographer Lucie Rox. Styling by Stella Greenspan features a mix of textures and patterns from Bottega Veneta, Chanel, Dior, Prada and more. Ukech has been making some...
Crochet creator Tymesha Triggs is definitely turning heads with her latest work — her own wedding dress. Triggs also designed and created looks for her groom as well as the wedding party! Triggs even accessorized her look with crochet earrings and gloves, while her hubby donned a crochet top hat. Triggs dropped images of her...
Top photographer Nadine Ijewere turns her lens on Akon Changkou and Nyakong Chan in this latest turn for Vogue France. Ijewere, a highly sought after talent, utilizes a cool blue background and features swimwear accessorized with heels, leather, and metal. Styled by Luca Galasso, Chan and Changkou wear pieces by Mugler, Duran Lantink, The Attico,...
Christina Aguilera has her millions of social media followers feeling a wave of nostalgia with one of her latest posts, reminiscent of the early 2000s TRL days. The pop star, known for her powerhouse vocals and iconic style, was a defining figure for millennials, much like Ariana Grande is for Gen Z. Over the years,...