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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Chef Marcus Samuelsson. Interviewed centered around his book: 📘 The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food Here are the key highlights: 🍽️ About the Book Purpose: To celebrate and document the legacy, creativity, and cultural impact of Black chefs in America. Structure: Divided into five chapters — Next, Remix, Migration, Legacy, Origin — each exploring different aspects of Black culinary history and innovation. Unique Feature: Includes profiles of 40 Black chefs and food storytellers, plus a directory of 200+ Black chefs and food writers with their Instagram handles — a first-of-its-kind resource. 🌍 Cultural and Historical Themes Black Culinary Legacy: From enslaved cooks to modern food innovators, the book traces the deep roots and wide influence of Black food culture. Diaspora Influence: African, Caribbean, and Southern U.S. flavors are explored, including dishes like plantains, oxtail pepper pot, and couscous with roasted figs. Food as Activism: Highlights figures like Georgia Gilmore and chefs who supported civil rights movements through food. 🍴 Mouthwatering Recipes Mentioned Coconut Fried Chicken Oxtail Pepper Pot with Dumplings Couscous with Roasted Figs Sweet Wild Berry Jam Hot Water Cornbread (Hoecakes) Gumbo à la Leah Chase (without a roux!) Shrimp & Grits with Piri Piri Sauce 💬 Conversation Highlights Rushion shares personal stories tied to food, family, and culture — from wild berry picking in Texas to his wife’s Belizean roots. Marcus emphasizes the importance of authorship and ownership in Black culinary contributions. They discuss the need for healthier eating, environmental awareness, and economic empowerment through food. #SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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