Chef Profile: Cliff Hunt
Name: Cliff Hunt City: New York City Name of Company: Culinary Cliff, LLC Soul Society 101: What do you love about cooking? Cliff: What I love about cooking is what the motto of my business is: "Telling life's story on the plate and through the palate". There's something therapeutic about knowing that the food you make is not just something to be eaten but experienced, appreciated, and loved as a way of nourishment, entertainment and even respected art - just on the plate. So
Traveling Beauty: Ivy Coco
Hi Ivy! Thank you so much for speaking with us today! So for those who don't know you, can you give a brief background of what you do? Well, I’m Ivy! A lot of people know me as Coco. I’m a fashion blogger, model, and I also work for a fashion-consulting firm in Los Angeles. I have my life style blog that I run. It’s very important to me because it talks about my sense of style and illustrates how our style is reflective of things that we have gone through in our life. My blog
Traveling Beauties: TwoMacks
Hi Whitney! Thank you so much for speaking with us today! So for those who don't know you, can you give a brief background of what you do? I’m a Staten Island, New York native currently based in New Orleans. After spending 7 years in cause marketing for a professional sports team, I recently transitioned into a collective impact strategist role. My function is to facilitate, link, and leverage partnerships in New Orleans to prevent and reduce chronic diseases. Outside of that
Traveling Beauties: Tiffany
What do you do for work? I’m the personal style blogger of The Werk! Place (www.the-werk-place.com) and a fashion & beauty freelance writer for Hello Beautiful. Where are you from originally and where do you live now? I’m originally from Southfield, Michigan. I currently reside right outside of Phoenix, AZ but I’m a student of the world and stamp my passport regularly. What are some of your favorite places to hang out and dine out in your city? The Breakfast Club in Old Town
Black Business Interview: PULLEDTOGETHER
Thanks so much for taking the time to speak with us. We’ve seen so much about what you’re doing with Pulled Together, but for those who don’t know, what is PULLEDTOGETHER all about? RF: PULLEDTOGETHER is somewhat a celebration of my upbringing. It represents my family, my southern roots, family reunions, summers on the lake… just the nostalgia of my childhood with good food at the center. What was the driving force behind you starting PULLEDTOGETHER? PULLEDTOGETHER came about
Traveling Beauties: Sanáa
Tell us about a bit about who you are and what you do. My name is Sanaa and I am a recent PhD graduate from the University of Florida. I am currently pursuing my passion for yoga. I am taking a risk that many are afraid to do and it’s to do what I love. I have been traveling all over the world trying to inspire and motivate many to be the best versions of them. And I am more than grateful to have a platform to do so. How long have you been practicing yoga? Is it a hobby, side
Black Business Feature: Culture Shock Jewelry
What is Culture Shock jewelry and what inspired you to start? I have always had a passion for learning about other cultures, and really wanted to incorporate that into my career. My goal was to work at a marketing agency that specializes in minority marketing, however after graduating college, it was nearly impossible to find a job. I eventually landed a job at an agency; while it was a valuable learning experience, it was not for me. I became very frustrated in post-grad lif
Chef Profile: Monique Woodland
Name: Monique Woodland City: Washington, DC Specialty: Modern American Name of Company: Cook Pray Love Soul Society 101: What is you favorite dish to cook? Why? Monique: I'm a savory chef, but surprisingly I've grown a love for breads & pastries. Reminds me of classic French cafes. Soul Society 101: What does "Cook Pray Love" mean to you? Monique: Cook Pray Love means a lot to me because it came at a time when I was going through putting myself through culinary school, while
Fly Guys: Team Jones
Soul Society: Thanks for speaking with us today! Where do your currently reside and what do you do for a living? D Jones: Thanks for taking the time. I live in the District of Columbia (DC). I call it “District of Columbia” because you’ll be surprised how many people look at me with a glazed-over look when I say it all out. That’s just how I am though; Corky, Weird, Different… ME! I got here by-way of the Marine Corps. After being stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina fo
Fly Guys: Keiji Valera
Soul Society 101: Where are you from originally and where do you live now? Keiji: I’m originally from the smallest state in the union, The Ocean State, Rhode Island (yes we have black folks). I have lived all over the US and abroad but currently living in the San Francisco Bay Area. Soul Society 101: What are some of your favorite places to visit (restaurants, bars, lounges, sites) in your hometown and your current town? Keiji: San Francisco is a foodie town (we have the most
