On today's segment of "Hot Spots" with Senior Editor of Food & Dining at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC), Ligaya Figueras, the absolute must-visit spots for food enthusiasts were highlighted. This exclusive segment is part of The Rashad Richey Morning Show , providing listeners with the best eats and must-visit restaurants to kick off their weekend. Ms. Figueras sets the stage perfectly as the guest she brought on today was a special treat for the listeners.
The segment kicked off with a discussion on Nappy Roots' recent milestone of opening a Black-owned brewery called " Atlantucky" in Atlanta, making them an integral part of African American rich history in the city, highlighting the importance of representation in the craft beer industry. Mr. DeVille shared the story of how Nappy Roots delved into the craft beer industry to bring more diversity, particularly people of color, into the predominantly white-dominated craft beer industry. Their brewery, Atlantucky Brewing, is the second black-owned brewery in Georgia, offering unique hip hop-inspired craft beers and gourmet pizzas and sandwiches made with love.
The conversation shifted to the AJC's initiative to highlight and honor over 300 Black-owned restaurants and food businesses in metro Atlanta, coinciding with Black History Month. Ms. Figueras encouraged listeners to support these businesses and provided a resourceful link here for those seeking diverse culinary experiences in the Atlanta area.
As the discussion turned towards Valentine's Day celebrations, Ms. Figueras shared exciting events and dining options in Atlanta, ranging from a Karaoke Valentine's party to special Valentine's menus at popular restaurants like Marcus Bar and Grill and Muchacho. She also mentioned a lover's pop-up bar at Virtue Rooftop for a month-long celebration of love.
Throughout the interview, Ms. Figueras provided valuable insights and recommendations for food enthusiasts while promoting the AJC's food and dining coverage. She encouraged listeners to follow AJC Dining on Instagram, visit their website for restaurant reviews and sign up for the dining newsletter to stay updated on the latest culinary trends in Atlanta.
This engaging conversation not only showcased the vibrant food scene in Atlanta, but it showcased the importance of supporting Black-owned businesses, and the exciting events to look forward to in the city.
To listen to the full "Hot Spots" segment, click the link above.
Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning ‘Rashad Richey Morning Show’ on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the ‘Dr. Rashad Richey Review’ on SiriusXM’s Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted 'Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta' by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named 'Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta' by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.
The intelligent and fearless television news anchor for the opinion news show, 'Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey’ on the TYT Network, which was named 'fastest growing TV news show in America', and Political Commentator for The People's Station V-103 FM, America's largest urban station, also serves as President of Rolling Out, the largest free-print urban publication in the country. This multimedia powerhouse with over 3-million combined subscribers/followers on Facebook Watch, YouTube, Podcasts, and Twitch combined, is a noted multidisciplinary academic scholar and university professor/lecturer and an Emmy-nominated television Political Analyst for CBS News Atlanta.
Believing in the power of knowledge and education, Dr. Richey holds several advanced degrees, making him one of the most academically credentialed individuals in American history according to America News Now. Completing doctoral research studies in federal policy reform from Clark Atlanta University, Dr. Richey also holds a PhD from the Business University of Costa Rica where his research and doctoral dissertation highlighted the nuances and intersectionality of politics, policy and religion.
Being a student of leadership, Dr. Richey completed studies in Executive Leadership at Cornell University and was accepted into a specialty executive law program at Harvard University in International Finance: Policy, Regulation, and Transactions. Understanding the connectivity of culture and science, Dr. Richey earned his Master of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Pacific, where his master’s thesis researched cognitive functionalities of brain entrainment. Dr. Richey also completed a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Quantum Mechanics from Universidad Empresarial, his master’s thesis was adapted into a book titled, ‘Ancient Egyptian Mastery of Quantum Physics, Vibratory Frequency, and Geometric Sciences: An Overview of Complex Scientific Applications in Ancient Cultures’, which quickly became the #1 Physics, #1 Science, #1 History, and #1 Egyptian Genre book on the Amazon platform.
Recently, Dr. Richey completed his Juris Doctor (law degree) from Renaissance University after transferring from Birmingham School of Law, where he attended for 2 years. He accepted the position as Director of Global Legal Operations for the multinational law firm, The International Law Group of Human & Civil Rights Attorneys P.C., also known as The Fairness Firm, with offices in the USA, Canada, France, Spain, and Cape Town Africa.
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