Charla L. Draper
@charlal.bsky.social
I've stirred a few pots in my career as a nationally recognized food influencer, culinary pro and founder of National Soul Food Month. I am a former food editor for Ebony and Southern Living magazines.
It’s almost National Soul Food Month!!
May 17, 2025 at 11:05 PM
It’s almost National Soul Food Month!!
Know Black History: Norbert Rillieux, (1806 to 1894) was the chemical engineer who invented the Multiple Effect Evaporator under Vacuum. This invention was a boon to the sugar industry, increasing the production and quality of sugar.
February 3, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Know Black History: Norbert Rillieux, (1806 to 1894) was the chemical engineer who invented the Multiple Effect Evaporator under Vacuum. This invention was a boon to the sugar industry, increasing the production and quality of sugar.
Know Black History: James Hemings, (1765-1801) was the enslaved young man who accompanied Thomas Jefferson to Paris, where he was trained in the art of French cooking. Chef James Hemings returned to the states and introduced French fries, ice cream and macaroni pie to this country.
February 3, 2025 at 7:10 AM
Know Black History: James Hemings, (1765-1801) was the enslaved young man who accompanied Thomas Jefferson to Paris, where he was trained in the art of French cooking. Chef James Hemings returned to the states and introduced French fries, ice cream and macaroni pie to this country.
It’s Black History Month 2025! I’m sharing info on our food-related accomplishments throughout February.
The skills of enslaved African Americans from rice growing regions of Africa were critical in developing the rice industry that made Charleston one of the wealthiest cities in the colonies.
The skills of enslaved African Americans from rice growing regions of Africa were critical in developing the rice industry that made Charleston one of the wealthiest cities in the colonies.
February 3, 2025 at 6:54 AM
It’s Black History Month 2025! I’m sharing info on our food-related accomplishments throughout February.
The skills of enslaved African Americans from rice growing regions of Africa were critical in developing the rice industry that made Charleston one of the wealthiest cities in the colonies.
The skills of enslaved African Americans from rice growing regions of Africa were critical in developing the rice industry that made Charleston one of the wealthiest cities in the colonies.
Now here is something we need now, for the weekend, the holidays and the next couple yrs—Whoopi Prosecco!
November 14, 2024 at 5:21 PM
Now here is something we need now, for the weekend, the holidays and the next couple yrs—Whoopi Prosecco!