GOOD MORNING, P.O.U.! We continue our series on African American Brewers and Breweries.... CHRIS HARRIS Black Frog Brewery … [Read more...] about Tuesday Open Thread: African American Brewers and Breweries
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Monday Open Thread: Top Black Restaurateurs
Black chefs are increasingly visible on TV, but high-profile success in the restaurant world is still rare. These culinary luminaries are defying the odds. This week's open threads will highlight some of the top restaurants in the United States that are owned by African-Americans. Marcus 'Joar' Samuelsson (born Kassahun 'Joar' Tsegie; January 25, 1970) is an … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: Top Black Restaurateurs
Wednesday Open Thread: Black Radio Jockeys
Ralph Waldo "Petey" Greene, Jr. (January 23, 1931 – January 10, 1984) was an African-American television and radio talk-show host. A two-time Emmy Award-winner, Greene overcame drug addiction and a prison sentence for armed robbery to become one of the most prominent media personalities in Washington, DC. On his shows, Greene often discussed issues such as racism, poverty, drug … [Read more...] about Wednesday Open Thread: Black Radio Jockeys
POU Weekly Health Thread: A Fish Pedicure??
Okay, which POUer would try this? From ABC News Fish pedicures may be a growing trend overseas, but not in the United States. You sit in a salon, with your feet in water, while small fish nibble away dead, callused skin. Now, an Arizona woman who started offering fish pedicures is going to court to defend her business. … [Read more...] about POU Weekly Health Thread: A Fish Pedicure??
Alex’s Lounge Is Open!
Mention the word “deduction” to your server and you’ll get one of the lounge's signature cocktails for only $1. Tax Day 2 ounces gin 1/4 ounce sweet vermouth 1/4 ounce dry vermouth 1 ounce orange juice Music and Trivia: Please name the artist(s) that originally recorded this song. … [Read more...] about Alex’s Lounge Is Open!