FEATURED “KWANZAA MENU RECIPE” for the 7th (and final!) Day of Kwanzaa this Season : Pan-Roasted Cassava with Peanut Ginger Stew that I prepared on this final episode of The Kwanzaa Menu with my and Kenya’s amazing Dad (Dr. P!) on this last and final day upholding the principle of Imani (Faith) which is so important to African American inspiration, identity and culture…
The LAST day of kwanzaa always falls on FIRST day of the New Year. The last (green) candle is lit…Representing FAITH (Imani)
Here’s to and Cheers to YOUR inner & outer light staying lit all year long 🔥🕯️🙏🏾
The fully lit Kinara at one of our big family Kwanzaa celebrations in Southern California back in the day…
January 1st is also Haitian Independence Day! 🇭🇹
Today and every January 1st Haiti celebrates its 222nd anniversary of independence, marking the culmination of the Haitian Revolution which started in 1791 and led to the independent nation’s declaration of freedom from France on January 1st 1804. The year 2026 holds special significance for the Haitian Revolution related to commemorative events for the "Age of Revolutions," coinciding with potential Haitian elections, and serving as a focal point for Black history discussions and broader Black liberation themes, linking past struggles to present-day African diaspora issues…
On New Year’s Day, Soup Joumou is the signature dish of Haiti—prepared and shared by Haitians worldwide as a living symbol of freedom, independence, and the triumph born of the Haitian Revolution.
👆🏽 A delicious healthy hearty bowl of Soup Joumou, aka pumpkin soup, aka freedom soup from my fave Haitian-heritage culinary entrepreneur, Edgina Désormeaux of Bonbon Lakay . This soup is traditionally eaten on New Year’s Day (see more below + how to order it any day of the year! )
Support A Local Fab Food Business: Haitian Independence Day Pumpkin Soup from Bonbon Lakay has become an annual tradition and Bonbon Lakay serves up Brooklyn's finest Haitian Independence Day Pumpkin Soup! Made with real calabaza squash, cabbage, carrots, celery, potatoes, seasonal veggies, and pasta. Gluten free option does not include pasta… Place your orders ahead of time for pick up or delivery by or on New Year’s Day (or any day of the year after then)!
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