Okay, okay, you know what I’m going to say: COVID has impacted how African Heritage Month is being celebrated, causing the programming to be slighter than it has been in pre-pandemic years. But that doesn’t mean the city isn’t celebrating Black culture and history in February. The Coast is actively compiling this full calendar of […]
Mary’s African Cuisine
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June 5 isn’t a magic reopening day for everyone
Today’s the day: As of Friday June 5, the Nova Scotia government says COVID-closed industries like bars, restaurant dining rooms and hairdressers are permitted to reopen. Premier Stephen McNeil said this past Wednesday that it’s time to “get our economy moving again.” But for many restaurants across Nova Scotia, June 5 isn’t an instantaneous reopening day. Some […]
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Nine local, Black-owned restaurants to support now (and always)
It’s always a good time to support Black-owned businesses, but with so many folks on social media looking for places to put their money where their mouth is, here are some of our favourites. 1 Jamaica Lee Style food truck may not stay long in one location, but owner Ludlow Lee’s jerk or curry chicken […]
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Mary’s African Cuisine is making moves
Mary’s African Cuisine 1701 Barrington Street Two months ago Mary Nkrumah, the entrepreneur behind Seaport Farmers’ Market staple Mary’s African Cuisine, took over ownership of Baba Ghanouj Cafe. Those who’ve eaten there since then might not have noticed—falafel, shawarma and eggs benny are still served. It was only two weeks ago that the green Baba […]