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Pride on the Rocks: Lambda Lounge Serves Community with Every Pour
In the heart of Harlem, Lambda Lounge isn’t just shaking up cocktails; it’s redefining what Pride looks like all year long. Founded by Black queer couple Charles Hughes and Richard Solomon, the lounge serves up liberation, legacy, and a safe space.
By Stephanie ClarfieldJuly 2 2025, Published 4:00 p.m. ET
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HAGS: Redefining Fine-Dining
This small East Village restaurant is reimagining the fine dining experience. “By queer people, for all people.”
By Ruby ThompsonJune 26 2025, Updated 3:49 p.m. ET

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The NOLA Salon Defying Gravity and Limits
David Connor is the veteran stylist behind Anti-Gravity, a NOLA salon in the heart of one of America’s most vibrant cities. Get to know his story and get advice on finding a stylist who can give you the hair of your dreams.
By Talia LeacockJune 2 2025, Published 5:39 p.m. ET
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Where Brazilian & Portuguese Flavors Unite in Every Bite
Nestled in the heart of Newark’s Ironbound District—a neighborhood known for its rich Portuguese and Brazilian heritage
By Justin WallaceApril 15 2025, Published 2:00 p.m. ET
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Welcome to the NBHD
The coffee shop community in Harlem, New York’s Strivers Row neighborhood was known as a cultural hotspot during the Harlem Renaissance, which holds a rich history of Black excellence.
By Dylan Atilano April 1 2025, Published 2:32 p.m. ET
Travel
Viva Las Vegas: The Ultimate Entertainment Playground
Las Vegas is where the clock stops ticking, and life gets an upgrade.
By Becca BlondMarch 25 2025, Published 3:08 p.m. ET
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Inside Bake’N Bacon’s Irresistible Rise
From food truck sensation to brick-and-mortar staple, Bake’N Bacon is redefining comfort food with its bacon-infused creations, community focus, and flair for flavor.
By Justin WallaceFeb. 20 2025, Published 3:24 p.m. ET
Culture
Inside Bake’N Bacon’s Irresistible Rise
From food truck sensation to brick-and-mortar staple, Bake’N Bacon is redefining comfort food with its bacon-infused creations, community focus, and flair for flavor.
By Justin WallaceFeb. 13 2025, Published 3:47 p.m. ET
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Inside Bake’N Bacon’s Irresistible Rise
From food truck sensation to brick-and-mortar staple, Bake’N Bacon is redefining comfort food with its bacon-infused creations, community focus, and flair for flavor.
By Justin WallaceFeb. 4 2025, Published 5:16 p.m. ET
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Black Owned Bookstores
Discover the inspiring stories behind four exceptional Black-owned bookstores across the U.S.
By Serena CarterJan. 21 2025, Published 12:30 p.m. ET
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5 Must-Try Toronto Restaurants
As frost settles over Toronto's skyline, the city's remarkable diversity—home to over 200 ethnic origins—comes alive through its winter dining scene.
By Anna KimJan. 14 2025, Published 4:05 p.m. ET
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Experience True Luxury at the House of Pure Vin
House of Pure Vin invites you to engage with its array of house wines, enticing veteran wine tasters and novice drinkers alike.
By Hassan WigginsOct. 28 2024, Published 4:08 p.m. ET
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One of Toronto’s Most Anticipated Restaurant Launches of 2024
Expect dishes like boozy bubble tea, lobster mapo tofu, and applewood-smoked Peking duck
By Anna KimSept. 9 2024, Published 1:41 p.m. ET
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Black Nile: A Culinary Gem Where Love and Culture Collide
Years ago, fate led a young couple on a journey of love, education, and entrepreneurship.
By Justin WallaceMay 1 2024, Published 5:07 p.m. ET
Business
The Best 10 Black-Owned Restaurants Across America
Explore America's top Black-owned restaurants and the rich flavors they bring to the culinary landscape, from New Orleans Creole to Harlem's eclectic bites.
By Jamie RolloFeb. 9 2024, Published 9:47 p.m. ET
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A Delectable Journey through Jon and Vinny's Culinary Kingdom and Ventures Restaurant Group
Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo are two entrepreneurs who run Ventures Restaurant Group, a hospitality conglomerate consisting of Carmelized Productions, Animal, Son of a Gun, Jon and Vinny’s, Helen’s, Petit Trois and Cookbook Market.
By Eric MunsonJan. 31 2024, Published 1:05 p.m. ET
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BLVD Bistro in Harlem: A Soulful Haven of Culinary Excellence
Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Southern flavors at BLVD Bistro, Harlem's premier soul food destination.
By Justin WallaceJan. 12 2024, Updated 1:58 p.m. ET
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For the Love of Burgers: Benny Cruz x Bastard Burgers Release Limited Edition Smash Burger
“Let’s grab a bite at Bastard Burgers; not a date just friendly” says Cruz of his “conversation starter” patty
By Truth HawkinsSept. 8 2023, Published 10:10 a.m. ET
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Brunch Harlem: a New Restaurant That Brings Sunday Brunch Six Days a Week
Indulge in the irresistible allure of brunch any day of the week at Brunch Harlem
By Eric MunsonAug. 22 2023, Published 2:00 p.m. ET
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Sisters of Spirits: The Divine Journey of New England Sweetwater Farm & Distillery
Alisa Lawrence and Nilaja Jones have transformed a family legacy into a thriving business
By Justin WallaceAug. 3 2023, Published 4:13 p.m. ET
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We Asked the Co-founder of the Highly-Popular Restaurant, Sei Less, What Sets it Apart
Sei Less Highly-popular restaurant
By Kirby WrightAug. 3 2023, Published 10:20 a.m. ET
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Holy Branson
Branson is sometimes overshadowed by other Missouri attractions but this small city in the Ozark Mountains is a popular tourist […]
By RaymondMMarch 21 2023, Updated 2:20 p.m. ET
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A Golden Era Returns with Golden Girls Kitchen
Thanks to the lifestyle group Bucketlisters, the “golden rule” takes another meaning with the recreation of the iconic 1980s sitcom.
By Taylor EdwardsFeb. 10 2023, Published 1:00 p.m. ET
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Cuts & Slices
There’s an incredible new pizza joint everyone’s talking about in Brooklyn, New York – Cuts & Slices!
By Jack ChadwickFeb. 7 2023, Published 4:03 p.m. ET
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Beyond Your Taste Buds: Vurger Guyz
Meet the Crew Behind Your Favorite Vegan Burger
By Justin WallaceJan. 5 2023, Published 4:29 p.m. ET
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Top Winter Destinations
Throwback to Issue 78 With a List of Some of The Best Winter Destinations
By Bleu MagazineDec. 16 2022, Published 3:40 p.m. ET
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Aunts et Uncles: Brooklyn-Based Vegan Cafe Marries Family & Flavor
Aunts et Uncles is a Brooklyn-based vegan cafe that marries family and flavor in the bed of the New York borough with plant-based bites.
By Truth HawkinsDec. 3 2021, Published 12:55 a.m. ET
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Pharrell Williams Hits Number One with The Goodtime Hotel
The Goodtime Hotel is a must-have experience in South Beach Miami and a universal passport for rest and relaxation by Pharrell Williams.
By Taylor EdwardsDec. 2 2021, Published 3:11 p.m. ET
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Tulum Is Magic
It’s Magical Realism personified as Tulum, Mexico offers sparkling beaches, amazing food,and that get away feeling like major destinations.
By Melissa CurtinJan. 20 2018, Published 6:56 p.m. ET
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Martinique
Paradise is not some fantasy whipped up in old world mythology. There is a place in the Caribbean that is […]
By J'na JeffersonSept. 28 2017, Published 5:42 p.m. ET
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Discover Paradise, Again
Nevis is the smaller of the two islands comprising the nation of Saint Kitts and Nevis in the Caribbean. The […]
By J'na JeffersonJune 5 2017, Published 11:10 a.m. ET
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Pura Vida!
Whether you are looking to be one with nature, or you want to step out of your comfort zone and […]
By Sable SweeperJuly 9 2016, Published 6:48 p.m. ET

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Pride on the Rocks: Lambda Lounge Serves Community with Every Pour

HAGS: Redefining Fine-Dining

The NOLA Salon Defying Gravity and Limits

Where Brazilian & Portuguese Flavors Unite in Every Bite

Welcome to the NBHD

Viva Las Vegas: The Ultimate Entertainment Playground

Inside Bake’N Bacon’s Irresistible Rise

Inside Bake’N Bacon’s Irresistible Rise

Inside Bake’N Bacon’s Irresistible Rise

Black Owned Bookstores

5 Must-Try Toronto Restaurants

Experience True Luxury at the House of Pure Vin

One of Toronto’s Most Anticipated Restaurant Launches of 2024

Black Nile: A Culinary Gem Where Love and Culture Collide

The Best 10 Black-Owned Restaurants Across America

A Delectable Journey through Jon and Vinny's Culinary Kingdom and Ventures Restaurant Group

BLVD Bistro in Harlem: A Soulful Haven of Culinary Excellence

For the Love of Burgers: Benny Cruz x Bastard Burgers Release Limited Edition Smash Burger

Brunch Harlem: a New Restaurant That Brings Sunday Brunch Six Days a Week

Sisters of Spirits: The Divine Journey of New England Sweetwater Farm & Distillery

We Asked the Co-founder of the Highly-Popular Restaurant, Sei Less, What Sets it Apart

Holy Branson

A Golden Era Returns with Golden Girls Kitchen

Cuts & Slices

Beyond Your Taste Buds: Vurger Guyz

Top Winter Destinations

Aunts et Uncles: Brooklyn-Based Vegan Cafe Marries Family & Flavor

Pharrell Williams Hits Number One with The Goodtime Hotel

Tulum Is Magic

Martinique

Discover Paradise, Again

Pura Vida!