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Rasheeda Purdie Is Rewriting Ramen — One Bowl of Black Southern Flavor at a Time

From PG County to the East Village, the chef behind Ramen by Ra is merging two food cultures, honoring the women who cooked before her, and mentoring the next generation in the process.
11/21/2025

Keith Lee’s D.C. Reviews Spark Controversy: Restaurant Owner Shares Her Side in Exclusive Interview

D.C. restaurant owner Kia Williams of Omari's Music Bar speaks out after Keith Lee’s critical reviews, revealing the challenges of running a small business in a changing city.
08/30/2024

Hooters To Pay Black Workers $650,000 In Lawsuit Settlement

The employees claimed they were subject to ‘racist comments and discriminatory hiring practices’ by the management team of the restaurant.
09/06/2023

After Bitter Scandal, St. Louis Landmark Sweetie Pie’s Attempting A Comeback

The last storefront closed in September 2022 in the midst of one-time owner Tim Norman being imprisoned.
05/31/2023

Mrs. Robbie’s ‘Sweetie Pie Upper Crust’ St. Louis Restaurant To Close On September 25

The closure happens to come after her son Tim Norman’s trial.
09/22/2022

Kandi Burruss Says Her Cousin Is ‘Healing’, After Being Shot At Her Atlanta Restaurant

Melvin Jones, the chef at Blaze Steak & Seafood, was shot by a coworker on Sept. 8.
09/14/2022

3 Black Texas Women Charged In New York With Assaulting Restaurant Hostess Who Sought COVID Vaccination Proof

The hostess denied using a racial slur before the fight.
10/06/2021

Eminem Opens New Restaurant Based On Iconic Line From “Lose Yourself”

Mom’s Spaghetti is serving Italian food!
09/29/2021