KWANZAA CRAWL 2016
When my childhood friend and Brooklyn-native, Kerry Coddett, informed me that she was setting up a Brooklyn Kwanzaa Crawl - I knew without a doubt that it would create a splash bigger than Brooklyn has seen in a while. A much needed big ass group hug for black people, like the first time you experienced Solange's A Seat At The Table. I wasn't able to participate in this year's Kwanzaa Crawl since I was on my way to the beautiful island of Grenada, but that didn't stop me from
BROOKLYN BRUNCH: PEACHES HOT HOUSE
One of my favorite brunch spots in Brooklyn is super low key. Peaches Hot House, sister restaurant to Peaches (both in Bed Stuy, Brooklyn) offers a unique take on southern, country breakfast in NYC. And is VERY affordable.
As if Peaches main wasn't small enough, the Hot House is even smaller with an amazing rustic vibe that makes it feel more cozy and exclusive than small. My favorite is the granola crusted French toast with maple bourbon peaches. (Peaches are fruits, so th
Brunch Fever In Williamsburg - Brooklyn, NY
I had one of the best brunches I've had in a long time this weekend. If you're in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, you've got to check out this spot called Sweet Chick. It's one of the best fried chicken and waffles in NYC (if not THEEE best,) my favorite shrimp and grits in NYC and bacon bacon bacon everywhere! I also tried a special - The Rosemary and Bacon Biscuit - rosemary and bacon baked into an amazing buttery biscuit, with egg and cheese on the sandwich. YES WE CAN! My cousin
BEST ICE CREAM AND GELATO IN NEW YORK CITY
Even though labor day marks the unofficial end of summer, the weather on the east coast says differently. So why not treat your self to some delicious ice cream? And let it be a cheat day for all you fitness folks out there! Here are some great places to get some Ice Cream from in NYC! Ample Hills Creamery Standout flavors: Ooey Gooey, Sweet as Honey and The Munchies Prices: Kids scoop $2.75/Single $4.35/Double $5.75/Pint $8.25 http://www.amplehills.com Oddfellows Ice Cream S
Recap: Afropunk Festival 2014 - Brooklyn, NY
For those of you who have never been or heard of Afropunk Festival before, think of it as the culmination of all that is epic in cool-kid underground music, whether by nature or my choice, in the seam that locks soul, funk, punk and electric music together. And what better place than Brooklyn, NY, which has for as long as I can remember been the epicenter of underground coolness, and more recently than not with the migration of too-cool for school gentrifiers, making it the r
AFROPUNK FEST 2014
Last week Afro Punk released their dates for the festival and the line up is far from a disappointment. It will be taking place at Commadore Barry Park in Brooklyn August 23 & 24! Price for tickets range from $25 to $125 and there are various packages that incorporated with the ticket price. This year D'Angelo is the headliner and this is off the cusp of sources saying that he is dropping a new album later this year, so hopefully he will be playing new music during his set. A
One Word, Fresh - Brooklyn, NY
One of my favorite brunch spots in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is EGG. It started off as a super small hole-in-the-wall brunch spot that when you entered, you automatically felt like you were in a fresh environment with fresh ingredients, and pleasantly greeted by staff who make you feel at home in the quaint space details with white exposed brick walls and wooden chairs. The only issue was that the restaurant was small and the patronage grew faster than they could handle, so like
Dessert Shack
Vanilla custard with cheesecake blondie mix-ins at Shake Shack? Why has no one told me about this before?! I'm no longer speaking to y'all! It was everything. That is all! #diningout #brooklyn
New Nostalgia, Rita's Ice in Brooklyn
I haven't had Rita's since college days in Philly. There was only one location in New York City, quite far from me (92nd Street in Manhattan)...until now. Hello Rita's in Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY! Photo'd here is a twisted sundae with hot caramel and oreo crunch and a mango/peach Italian Ice. #NOM On a hot summer day, this right here, is EVERYTHING. not to mention a fun walk on the boardwalk at Coney Island literally across the street. Rita's Ice 1327 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Always Repping - Brooklyn, NY
This weekend I took a trip to the new Wholefoods in Brooklyn (whoa!, Brooklyn done came up!) It's located on 3rd Street and 3rd Avenue in Park Slope. Equipped with a parking lot, solar panels to save energy, recharge station for hybrid vehicles, Wholefoods made it clear that when they came to Brooklyn, they came in with a bang. After over-spending (but gladfully so, because Wholefoods has THE best quality food) I checked out their bar/restaurant at the top of the restaurant c
