Finding myself walking down Eighth Avenue on a hot, hot summer day, I see the good people of Serengeti Teas & Spices offering samples of their wares—iced! Yes please!

There is a new grill champion in Harlem! They are lean, mean grilling machines at the first Sylvia’s Grill Skills contest against some stiff competitors—their neighbors!

Where does the time go? No really, summer is waning. It is August, Halloween decorations are in stores and friends are posting pictures of their children with #backtoschool! I am not ready.

The seventh annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival welcomed more than 15,000 guests Sunday, July 23.

When one of your great Cali friends blows into town and asks to get lunch, you quickly assess the day’s responsibilities.

In the aftermath of “Mandela Day” (July 18), the worldwide acknowledgment of Nelson “Madiba” Mandela, we join the world in celebrating this “world champion of human rights,” whose light continues to shine around the planet.

Whole Foods Market officially opened the doors of its 12th NYC location in Harlem on Friday. The 40,000-square-foot store, located at 100 W. 125th St. in the heart of Harlem, celebrated the grand opening day beginning with their traditional bread ...

I am so grateful for all of the local farmers this time of year with awesome produce, meats and products. It is the only time I think to go. However, there are other opportunities for city dwellers to get farm ...

…and I (along with many others) keep on takin’ it.

It’s a big game of Monopoly played by only one person.

A tradition might be starting … my birthday and great food.

There's something about being far above the hubbub of the Big Apple's streets, especially in the summertime, when humidity levels soar and the concrete feels like it's emanating heat waves.

Harlem Shake has been holding down the corner of 124th and Lenox Avenue for some time.

Get the latest about this year's Harlem EatUp!

For the second year, I was honored to attend the James Beard Foundation Harlem EatUp! dinner at the James Beard House. This year brought together another awesome collection and representation of Harlem’s culturally diverse community.