Quia Bethea

European Union (EU), Portugal

Journalist and Writer at Freelance

TripAdvisor, Business Insider, Cuisine Noir, Fodor's Travel & Essence | [email protected] | Sustainable Luxury Hotel + Restaurant + Culture Enthusiast

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Articles

Best Peppers for Hot Sauce and Where to Find Them

Oct 30, 2024 | cuisinenoir.com | Quia Bethea

Hot sauce lovers know that the key to a great sauce lies in selecting potent peppers. Choosing the best peppers can make or break a recipe in terms of complexity, flavor, and heat level. But with so many varieties available, how do you choose? This article will introduce you to some of the best peppers for hot sauce, explain their origins, flavor profiles, and how to select them —and yes, where you can find them.
Ashleigh Shanti Preserves Black Foodways in New Book

Oct 25, 2024 | cuisinenoir.com | Quia Bethea

Born in St. Mary’s, Georgia, and raised in Virginia Beach, Ashleigh Shanti’s culinary roots trace back to the Southeastern United States. Her rich family heritage stretches across South Carolina’s Lowcountry, Midlands, and the Appalachian region.
Vegan Restaurants in Harlem That Are Booked and Busy

Sep 12, 2024 | cuisinenoir.com | Quia Bethea

Delicious, nutritious, soulful, and community-building—these words capture the essence of the Black-owned vegan restaurants in Harlem, New York, rising to prominence. Establishments like Uptown Veg Vegan Food & Juice Bar are at the forefront of this movement, exploring Afro-veganism in diverse forms. From soul food classics to Ethiopian platters and vibrant Caribbean cuisine, more eateries in East Harlem are redefining what it means to eat vegan.
Jamaican Beef Patties

Sep 9, 2024 | cuisinenoir.com | Quia Bethea

Ambition runs deep within the Golden Krust empire and Steven Clarke, the vice president of marketing, is no exception. As the innovative voice—and nephew of Golden Krust founder Lowell Hawthorne—behind the renowned culinary gem, he’s elevating the brand and dedication to creating tasty Jamaican beef patties to the next level with cultural awareness, strategic insight and faith. Clarke was born in Kingston, Jamaica. The last of four children, his father was a pastor and his mother was a missionary.
African Restaurants in Paris Represent Culinary Innovation

Aug 2, 2024 | cuisinenoir.com | Quia Bethea

There are 54 fully recognized sovereign states in Africa and according to Robin Bates, founder and CEO of Café de la Soul and founder and executive director of Maison Noire Américaine, almost every country is represented among African restaurants in Paris. This is a telltale sign of the delectable influence Africans have in the City of Lights.
Soul Food Restaurants in Paris Celebrate Southern Flavors

Jul 17, 2024 | cuisinenoir.com | Quia Bethea

France is renowned for its delectable cuisine, but the African American influence has made people search for soul food restaurants in Paris more than ever before. The first time Robin Bates, founder and CEO of Café de la Soul and founder and executive director of Maison Noire Américaine, saw Paris was during a study abroad program in 1989. The experience impacted her tremendously and shaped the foundation of her illustrious career for over three decades.
Connect to Your Origins With N/UM Artisanal African Salts

Jul 12, 2024 | cuisinenoir.com | Quia Bethea

A sprinkle of salt can unlock a world of flavor, and N/UM artisanal African salts’ co-founders, Kudzai Bingepinge and Awa Kone are using this culinary essential to spark conversations about African cuisine and challenge preconceptions. United by their shared passion for food, Bingepinge and Kone, former colleagues in the financial industry who met in Zurich, Switzerland, forged a new path together.
Where to Experience the Best of Black Culture in Paris

Jul 10, 2024 | cuisinenoir.com | Quia Bethea

Paris, the undisputed capital of art, cuisine, and romance, cradles an emerging gem: a thriving Black cultural scene brimming with creativity, history and resilience. Often overshadowed by the city’s traditional offerings, Black Paris boasts a rich narrative waiting to be explored. Whether you’re a cultural connoisseur or a travel novice, this article delves into where to experience Black culture in Paris, intricately woven into the very fabric of the City of Lights.
Where to Experience the Best of Black Culture in Paris

Jul 3, 2024 | cuisinenoirmag.com | Quia Bethea

Paris, the undisputed capital of art, cuisine, and romance, cradles an emerging gem: a thriving Black cultural scene brimming with creativity, history and resilience. Often overshadowed by the city’s traditional offerings, Black Paris boasts a rich narrative waiting to be explored. Whether you’re a cultural connoisseur or a travel novice, this article delves into where to experience Black culture in Paris, intricately woven into the very fabric of the City of Lights.
Soul Food Potato Salad — America's Controversial Side Dish

May 26, 2024 | cuisinenoirmag.com | Quia Bethea

We all know that soul food potato salad, aka Black people’s potato salad, is one of the best side dishes for any occasion. We also know that not everyone in the family can make it. This article will explore how this classic dish came to be at the top of the soul food menu list, which ingredients are mandatory, plus those we should never include. Sorry, we know each family has their recipe, and conversely, some things just aren’t up for debate. Who Made the Potato Salad?