All of Christilisa’s jobs and skills lead her to help people craft the best dang cookbook with the best stories and recipes anyone can write.The Cookbook of You Project is available for presale. It officially starts on May 15th, 2021. This project guides people through 12 themes and teaches them to write a cookbook in a year. More details can be found at project.christilisa.co

All of Christilisa’s jobs and skills lead her to help people craft the best dang cookbook with the best stories and recipes anyone can write.The Cookbook of You Project is available for presale. It officially starts on May 15th, 2021. This project guides people through 12 themes and teaches them to write a cookbook in a year. More details can be found at <a href="http://project.christilisa.co" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">project.christilisa.co</a>

Ep 48: Christilisa Gilmore

Jinji Fraser

Jinji is a Baltimore, Maryland native, and alumni of Indiana University. She spent her earliest professional  years working in the Non-profit sector and Retail before working as a nutrition counselor in 2012. Shortly thereafter, Jinji studied the craft of chocolate making, opening Pure Chocolate by Jinji with her father; tapping into a decades old ancestral calling she continues to explore today through travel, writing and production. Jinji lives in Baltimore City with her husband, Paul, and son, Stokely Ashe.Bio Linkn/aAnything you want to add? (promos, events, new products)Chocolate &amp; Justice is a web series we do at our shop that's accessible from anywhere via zoom. We interview various people across our industry, and outside of what we do as well to understand how justice and liberation play in our everyday lives as Makers. 

Jinji is a Baltimore, Maryland native, and alumni of Indiana University. She spent her earliest professional years working in the Non-profit sector and Retail before working as a nutrition counselor in 2012. Shortly thereafter, Jinji studied the craft of chocolate making, opening Pure Chocolate by Jinji with her father; tapping into a decades old ancestral calling she continues to explore today through travel, writing and production. Jinji lives in Baltimore City with her husband, Paul, and son, Stokely Ashe.Bio Linkn/aAnything you want to add? (promos, events, new products)Chocolate &amp; Justice is a web series we do at our shop that's accessible from anywhere via zoom. We interview various people across our industry, and outside of what we do as well to understand how justice and liberation play in our everyday lives as Makers.

Ep 47: Jinji Fraser

Porshae' was a peculiar child, who stayed up late to read in the dark after her bedtime, preferred being in her grandmother's New Jersey kitchen, and remembers the Food Network Premier (November 23, 1993). Her father confirmed that she came running through the house, saying a channel only showed food, which he did not believe. A few days later, he walked past her room and confirmed this was a real thing; that was the start.

Porshae' was a peculiar child, who stayed up late to read in the dark after her bedtime, preferred being in her grandmother's New Jersey kitchen, and remembers the Food Network Premier (November 23, 1993). Her father confirmed that she came running through the house, saying a channel only showed food, which he did not believe. A few days later, he walked past her room and confirmed this was a real thing; that was the start.

Ep 46: Porshae' Gray-Peel

This episode is a chat with recent Food and Finance High School Alums and Co-Creative Directors of Pass the Spatula Magazine Volume 1--Chayil Hyland and Hasanah Sabree.

This episode is a chat with recent Food and Finance High School Alums and Co-Creative Directors of Pass the Spatula Magazine Volume 1--Chayil Hyland and Hasanah Sabree.

Ep 45: Chayil Hyland + Hasanah Sabree

Brittany Towers (@theblackfoodscientist) has her BS &amp; MS degree in Food Science from The Ohio State University, Certified Culinary Science degree from the Research Chef Association and has been in the food industry for 8 years and has worked on over 30 food &amp; beverage products you see on the store shelves today including brands like Gatorade, Tropicana &amp; Propel.

Brittany Towers (@theblackfoodscientist) has her BS &amp; MS degree in Food Science from The Ohio State University, Certified Culinary Science degree from the Research Chef Association and has been in the food industry for 8 years and has worked on over 30 food &amp; beverage products you see on the store shelves today including brands like Gatorade, Tropicana &amp; Propel.

Ep 44: Brittany Towers

Yahshimabet Sellassie, Founder &amp; CEO of Yahshi Bakes, developed her culinary interest at the tender age of four. Born in Oakland as a vegetarian to entrepreneur parents in fine arts, design, bodywork, radio journalism, and the restaurant business, she naturally blossomed into her creative energy field. From an early age, she gravitated towards the arts, later developing a passion for cooking and baking. Yahshimabet is influenced by her Jamaican father and her mother's Ethiopian roots, incorporating traditional spices into her cuisine. Her passion for representing her heritage stems from exposure to spices' medicinal properties and how her ancestors cultivated them. Korerima (Ethiopian cardamom) is freshly ground to infuse into her pastries, such as orange cardamom coffeecake and almond cardamom shortbread cookies providing a warming and floral note.

Yahshimabet Sellassie, Founder &amp; CEO of Yahshi Bakes, developed her culinary interest at the tender age of four. Born in Oakland as a vegetarian to entrepreneur parents in fine arts, design, bodywork, radio journalism, and the restaurant business, she naturally blossomed into her creative energy field. From an early age, she gravitated towards the arts, later developing a passion for cooking and baking. Yahshimabet is influenced by her Jamaican father and her mother's Ethiopian roots, incorporating traditional spices into her cuisine. Her passion for representing her heritage stems from exposure to spices' medicinal properties and how her ancestors cultivated them. Korerima (Ethiopian cardamom) is freshly ground to infuse into her pastries, such as orange cardamom coffeecake and almond cardamom shortbread cookies providing a warming and floral note.

Ep 43: Yahshimabet Sellassie

Founder of bespoke event brand To Be Hosted and independent lifestyle magazine While Entertaining, Amber Mayfield. Amber is a consummate tastemaker and is shaping how Black folks celebrate and entertain now and in the future. To Be Hosted has produced events and experiences for brands like Equinox, Facebook, Nestle, Netflix, Bumble, Tinder, Patron Tequila, Bulleit  Bourbon, Bain &amp; Company, and more. To learn more, check out www.tobehosted.com. Founded in March 2020, While Entertaining Magazine is a yearly magazine that highlights Black food and beverage experts, and provides resources for people cooking and gathering at home. 

Founder of bespoke event brand To Be Hosted and independent lifestyle magazine While Entertaining, Amber Mayfield. Amber is a consummate tastemaker and is shaping how Black folks celebrate and entertain now and in the future. To Be Hosted has produced events and experiences for brands like Equinox, Facebook, Nestle, Netflix, Bumble, Tinder, Patron Tequila, Bulleit Bourbon, Bain &amp; Company, and more. To learn more, check out <a href="http://www.tobehosted.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tobehosted.com</a>. Founded in March 2020, While Entertaining Magazine is a yearly magazine that highlights Black food and beverage experts, and provides resources for people cooking and gathering at home.

Setting the Table with Amber Mayfield

Brie Sherman is creative the voice behind the Ancestors and Alcohol brand. She is a herald of Black experiences. She reviews Black-owned spirit brands while sharing her genealogy journey and stories of Black Joy. She also slangs brownies and simple syrups @briesartisangoods as well. I love to bring Black people together through our stories and alcohol and show how resilient we've been through the ages.

Brie Sherman is creative the voice behind the Ancestors and Alcohol brand. She is a herald of Black experiences. She reviews Black-owned spirit brands while sharing her genealogy journey and stories of Black Joy. She also slangs brownies and simple syrups @briesartisangoods as well. I love to bring Black people together through our stories and alcohol and show how resilient we've been through the ages.

Ancestors and Alcohol with Bryana Sherman

According to Joy, the main element that sets Jamaican rum apart is that when you drink it you can feel the spirit of the country; and Joy herself oozes that spirit too. Not only is Joy a world-class blender, but she also dedicates a lot of her time to helping other young women discover their passions and follow their dreams.

According to Joy, the main element that sets Jamaican rum apart is that when you drink it you can feel the spirit of the country; and Joy herself oozes that spirit too. Not only is Joy a world-class blender, but she also dedicates a lot of her time to helping other young women discover their passions and follow their dreams.

Making History Through Rum with Joy Spence

We are at risk of losing so much rich culinary heritage if we don’t start documenting it properly, so Kiano Moju, our guest on today’s show, is on a mission to do just that. Through her company, Jikoni, Kiano and her team have created a space for people to become active participants in the telling of their food-related stories.

We are at risk of losing so much rich culinary heritage if we don’t start documenting it properly, so Kiano Moju, our guest on today’s show, is on a mission to do just that. Through her company, Jikoni, Kiano and her team have created a space for people to become active participants in the telling of their food-related stories.

Preserving Food Culture, With Authenticity with Kiano Moju

Afros and Knives—an award-winning interview series featuring Black women working and leading in food and beverage, food media, food science + technology, food education,ood justice, agriculture, and hospitality.

Jessica Harris

In this special episode, host Tiffani Rozier interviews culinary historian, college professor, author, and journalist--Dr. Jessica Harris. The new Netflix limited series, High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America..set to premiere on May 26th  was inspired by and named for her incredible book: High on the Hog: a culinary journey from Africa to America. Dr. Harris' work is essential to the study of cuisine-and if you seek to gain deeper insight and understanding into Black life and foodways.

In this special episode, host Tiffani Rozier interviews culinary historian, college professor, author, and journalist--Dr. Jessica Harris. The new Netflix limited series, High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America..set to premiere on May 26th was inspired by and named for her incredible book: High on the Hog: a culinary journey from Africa to America. Dr. Harris' work is essential to the study of cuisine-and if you seek to gain deeper insight and understanding into Black life and foodways.

Finding Joy with Dr. Jessica Harris- High on the Hog 

In her first-ever interview, Rhonda candidly shares her vulnerabilities, the challenging experiences that have led her to where she is today, and her plans going forward. Rhonda started out her working life as a biology teacher and she has transferred many of her learnings from the science field into the culinary one. This seemingly unlikely combination has been fundamental to Rhonda’s success, as has her ability to persevere through hard times. Rhonda is determined to bring awareness to the culinary world about holistic eating and giving back to the community, and this is a passion we can wholly get behind! In today’s discussion, we get into what it means to be a black, female chef in an industry that has largely ignored our demographic in the past, and how Rhonda has managed to overcome the feeling that she doesn’t belong in the space and take ownership of her well-deserved title: Chef.

In her first-ever interview, Rhonda candidly shares her vulnerabilities, the challenging experiences that have led her to where she is today, and her plans going forward. Rhonda started out her working life as a biology teacher and she has transferred many of her learnings from the science field into the culinary one. This seemingly unlikely combination has been fundamental to Rhonda’s success, as has her ability to persevere through hard times. Rhonda is determined to bring awareness to the culinary world about holistic eating and giving back to the community, and this is a passion we can wholly get behind! In today’s discussion, we get into what it means to be a black, female chef in an industry that has largely ignored our demographic in the past, and how Rhonda has managed to overcome the feeling that she doesn’t belong in the space and take ownership of her well-deserved title: Chef.

Call Me Chef, with Rhonda McCullar

Gail Myers

In this bonus episode of the Afros and Knives podcast, host Tiffani Rozier chats with cultural anthropologist and documentarian Dr. Gail Myers. They discuss the work Dr. Myers has done with her organization, Farm to Grow, as well as her documentary film Rhythms of the Land. This film project will spotlight an array of farmers, rice growers, hog ranchers, dairy ranchers, barefoot farmers, sharecroppers, basket-weavers, shrimp farmers, vegetable farmers, and gardeners, each sharing their memorable stories with us for the first time.

In this bonus episode of the Afros and Knives podcast, host Tiffani Rozier chats with cultural anthropologist and documentarian Dr. Gail Myers. They discuss the work Dr. Myers has done with her organization, Farm to Grow, as well as her documentary film Rhythms of the Land. This film project will spotlight an array of farmers, rice growers, hog ranchers, dairy ranchers, barefoot farmers, sharecroppers, basket-weavers, shrimp farmers, vegetable farmers, and gardeners, each sharing their memorable stories with us for the first time.

Bonus Episode: Dr. Gail Myer

Kristin Kitchen

The first property Kristin acquired is now the Six Acres Bed &amp; Breakfast, a house in the Underground Railroad Network, which she converted into very successful hospitality business in Cincinnati, Ohio. This was the first in kristin’s brand of boutique hotels that blend the intimacy of a bed and breakfast with the amenities of a first-class hotel. Our conversation begins with the story of how Kristin found the Six Acres property and decided to convert it into a bed and breakfast that incorporated the rich history of its context into the guest experience.

The first property Kristin acquired is now the Six Acres Bed &amp; Breakfast, a house in the Underground Railroad Network, which she converted into very successful hospitality business in Cincinnati, Ohio. This was the first in kristin’s brand of boutique hotels that blend the intimacy of a bed and breakfast with the amenities of a first-class hotel. Our conversation begins with the story of how Kristin found the Six Acres property and decided to convert it into a bed and breakfast that incorporated the rich history of its context into the guest experience.

Sharing African American History Through Hospitality with Kristin Kitchen, Sojourn Heritage Accommodations

Olive oil goes beyond the brand you find on the shelf. It’s about where it comes from, what it tastes like, and the passion that’s gone into producing it. Very few people have actually tasted ‘the good stuff, and it’s only once you’ve tried it that you can truly understand what olive oil can offer. Today, we sit down with Skyler Mapes, an American architect who reinvented herself halfway across the world to produce an ancient delicacy. Skyler

Olive oil goes beyond the brand you find on the shelf. It’s about where it comes from, what it tastes like, and the passion that’s gone into producing it. Very few people have actually tasted ‘the good stuff, and it’s only once you’ve tried it that you can truly understand what olive oil can offer. Today, we sit down with Skyler Mapes, an American architect who reinvented herself halfway across the world to produce an ancient delicacy. Skyler

Producing an Olive Oil Legacy with Skyler Mapes

Hillel Echo-Hawk

Hillel Echo-Hawk is a chef and educator, who is dedicated to creating more awareness about indigenous American food traditions, with a specific focus on those of the Pawnee Nation. She runs Birch Basket, a catering company based in Seattle, creating delicious food using healthy, sustainable, beautiful ingredients, indigenous to North America.

Hillel Echo-Hawk is a chef and educator, who is dedicated to creating more awareness about indigenous American food traditions, with a specific focus on those of the Pawnee Nation. She runs Birch Basket, a catering company based in Seattle, creating delicious food using healthy, sustainable, beautiful ingredients, indigenous to North America.

a conversation with Hillel Echo-Hawk

In this conversation, we get to hear from Vanessa about her journey as someone at the intersection of Black and indigenous identity, what this has meant for her career in the culinary world, the good and bad experiences she has had, and the lessons she has carried forward with her. Despite having faced hurdles and adversity that many others have not, Vanessa's strength and positivity shine through; she talks about how she decided to go at it alone in order to truly express herself in an unrestrained way, and what good, thoughtful and beautiful food means to her!

In this conversation, we get to hear from Vanessa about her journey as someone at the intersection of Black and indigenous identity, what this has meant for her career in the culinary world, the good and bad experiences she has had, and the lessons she has carried forward with her. Despite having faced hurdles and adversity that many others have not, Vanessa's strength and positivity shine through; she talks about how she decided to go at it alone in order to truly express herself in an unrestrained way, and what good, thoughtful and beautiful food means to her!

a conversation with Vanessa Parish

Charity shares what it was like growing up as a Black Indigenous Inuit Yupik woman in a small Alaskan town. She talks about how her parents instilled in her their pride in their respective cultures and how this unwavering self-worth helped her in the face of racism. Despite having been secure in who she was, Charity did not see women who looked like her represented in popular media. This lack of representation is what catalyzed the founding of the Dipping Spoon Foundation and we hear about the organizational vision and the support they offer their recipients.

Charity shares what it was like growing up as a Black Indigenous Inuit Yupik woman in a small Alaskan town. She talks about how her parents instilled in her their pride in their respective cultures and how this unwavering self-worth helped her in the face of racism. Despite having been secure in who she was, Charity did not see women who looked like her represented in popular media. This lack of representation is what catalyzed the founding of the Dipping Spoon Foundation and we hear about the organizational vision and the support they offer their recipients.

a conversation with Charity Blanchett

this week’s conversation is with Eating Fabulously’s Christopher Stewart. Chris is a classically trained chef, influencer, and tastemaker. She is the founder of the Mise Group, a chef and restaurant management group, specializing in helping small culinary brands and businesses get everything in its proper place. Be sure to subscribe to the Eating Fabulously blog and check out what Chris is doing with the Mise Group.  

this week’s conversation is with Eating Fabulously’s Christopher Stewart. Chris is a classically trained chef, influencer, and tastemaker. She is the founder of the Mise Group, a chef and restaurant management group, specializing in helping small culinary brands and businesses get everything in its proper place. Be sure to subscribe to the Eating Fabulously blog and check out what Chris is doing with the Mise Group.

a conversation with Christopher Stewart

Leigh-Ann Martin

In this episode, I speak with Leigh Ann Martin, a chef, and food blogger based in New York. Her recipes blend her Trinidadian heritage and city life and provide the tools to create delicious meals artfully designed and portioned to suit solo dining.

a conversation with Leigh-Ann Martin

Afros and Knives—an award-winning interview series featuring Black women working and leading in food and beverage, food media, food science + technology, food education,ood justice, agriculture, and hospitality.

Afros and Knives

The best podcast episodes on non-current politics. Covering topics such as universal basic income, democracy, poverty & justice and more. For anyone interested in learning more about politics that affect that world, not just now, but in the longer term. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

Best Non-Current Politics Podcasts

The best podcast episodes on global issues affecting everyone. Covering topics such as the #metoo movement, climate change, the impact of technology and some of the biggest global issues facing us right now. For anyone interested in learning more about the world, and some of the issues we're facing, pick an episode below and start listening! Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!