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Originally from Washington DC, I'm a seasoned storyteller, documentary filmmaker, librarian and educator. As a food-ways interpreter, I have a passion for connecting cultures through the narrative of cooking. thymetravelers.com
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If it weren’t for Black men, the U.S. Capitol would have never been completed—yet, those who stormed it on January 6th have been pardoned. DEI education is being stripped from schools. The irony is loud, and the message is clear. #BlackHistoryMatters #NeverForget www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMRq...

"You write in order to change the world, knowing perfectly well that you probably can't, but also knowing that literature is indispensable to the world..." Tags: #JamesBaldwin #LiteratureMatters #Storytelling #ReadBannedBooks #BooksUniteUs #BlackVoices #ArtForChange #WritersLife #SpeakYourTruth

The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education. Never forget that everything Hitler did in Germany was legal. Martin Luther the King Jr. #MartinLutherKingJr #CriticalThinking #BlackHistory

Last year I launched my new spice line with more blends to come. Visit my Etsy shop for my Comya Binya BBQ blends. Coming soon my Thyme Travelers Sankofa Kitchen Blends. thymetravelersshop.etsy.com

Some eye candy for today. Cultivated pink oysters. Just look at those legs! #mushrooms #mushroomgrowing #organic #photography

UN cultural agency UNESCO recognises the fermented cassava meal that takes days to prepare as a living heritage object. www.aljazeera.com/features/202... #foodhistory #foodculture #attieke #IvoryCoast #CotedIvoire #IntangibleCulturalHeritage

The gospel according to Saint Mariann

Many of my food fines last year were French inspired. Visit Felix in Charleston, SC. From Petit Plats to hearty Plats, every bite is a taste of Parisian perfection. Try the lobster deviled eggs A must-visit for any foodie! #FelixCharleston #FrenchEats #FoodieTravel #CharlestonEats thymetravelers.com

Last year I had an amazing Mediterranean feast at KoPita Authentic Mediterranean in Knoxville, TN! incredible flavors and authenticity. This spot is a must-visit!. #KoPitaKnoxville #Medite #FoodieFinds #AuthenticFlavors #TasteTheWorld #FoodieTravel #KnoxvilleEats #ChefAviZenatti

I was reflecting on all the incredible restaurants my wife and I explored in 2024. I'm sharing my favorite food finds from last year as we gear up for 2025! Follow for delicious food history, recipes, and more. thymetravelers.com #FoodHistory #TastyTravels #EatWell #BlueskyEats #CookingCommunity

Had an amazing time at McCleod Plantation in SC for a fascinating presentation on food-ways! 🍽️✨ Celebrating Native American Heritage Month by honoring the rich history and traditions of indigenous communities. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #FoodWays #McCleodPlantation #SCHistory

Lovely word isn't it? Confelicity.