Rafael Pena

3 weeks ago | miamiherald.com | Rafael Pena |Rafael Peña

If anyone’s still clinging to the tired notion that Florida is all beaches, retirees, and flavorless buffets, it’s time to let that cliché retire for good. The Sunshine State has fully evolved into a vibrant playground of culinary diversity and at the heart of that evolution are its world-class food and wine festivals. The events are transformative experiences rooted in heritage, elevated by the finesse of fine dining, and powered by the diverse communities that make Florida a true flavor capital.

Feb 25, 2025 | msn.com | Rafael Pena |Rafael Peña

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Jan 10, 2025 | miamiherald.com | Rafael Pena |Rafael Peña

Headed to Chattanooga, huh? Instead of Nashville or Memphis, or Atlanta even? No apologies necessary. More than a century ago, Chattanooga-born blues legend Bessie Smith crooned it best: “Tain’t Nobody’s Biz-ness If I Do.” Chattanooga is one of Tennessee’s hidden gems that we never knew we needed. Here, millennial-friendly eateries, boutique hotels, and a growing arts scene meet stunning natural landscapes like Ruby Falls and the Tennessee River.

Nov 5, 2024 | miamiherald.com | Rafael Pena |Rafael Peña

To most travelers, Milwaukee’s biggest draw is its reputation as the beer capital of the world, where the foam flows free and German influence on brewing reigns supreme. Yet beneath the city’s frothy reputation Milwaukee boasts another, perhaps lesser known, history that also starts with B. The Wisconsin Black Historical Society/Museum, turning 30 this year, was founded by Clayborn Benson III in 1987.

Nov 5, 2024 | yahoo.com | Rafael Pena |Rafael Peña

To most travelers, Milwaukee’s biggest draw is its reputation as the beer capital of the world, where the foam flows free and German influence on brewing reigns supreme. Yet beneath the city’s frothy reputation Milwaukee boasts another, perhaps lesser known, history that also starts with B. Wisconsin Black Historical SocietyClayborn Benson III, founder of the Wisconsin Black Historical Society.