From braids to weaves to locks to afros, hair is a big part of who we are as Black people. In ancient African societies, the way a person wore their hair could tell you their marital status, religion and societal status. Some cultures used their style to send messages to the gods. And today, we use hair as a way of…
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Community Cornerstones: Mel’s Cafe
This month my journey through the Black food and wine-ways of Charlottesville led me to Mel’s Café on Main Street, run graciously by its dedicated, self-taught chef and owner, Mel Walker. Mel is no stranger to food reviews, as he has been featured in both local and...
