By Jheri Hardaway
Staff Writer
Durham, NC - On Friday night in downtown Durham, the North Carolina Black Alliance cultivated an atmosphere of fullness, wellness, and excellence at the Lincoln on Greer. With a tasty VIP dinner featuring area staples like Dame’s Chicken and Waffles, Corner Boys BBQ, Full Street Catering, and many more, we knew we were in for a treat.
This immersive experience coincides with the 25-year celebration of NCBA in supporting the movement that keeps OUR communities nourished. This inter-generational cultural experience highlighted how, across generations, food has nourished more than our bodies. It has sustained organizing, fueled conversations, and created spaces where ideas, strategy, and joy could live side by side. From church basements and living rooms to front porches and family cookouts, these gathering places have always been part of how movements grow. Nourished by the Movement was an immersive evening where food, culture, and history come together in celebration of the people, places, and traditions that have sustained Black movements for generations. The energy of the cookout, the warmth of the family table.
The space was crafted carefully to allow event goers to move through thoughtfully curated spaces inspired by nostalgic Black gathering places while enjoying a culinary experience rooted in the spirit of fellowship, care, and celebration. Nourished by the Movement was presented in partnership with Taste of BLK. This was a great opportunity to slow down, connect, and reflect on the power of community. Food, fashion, and innovation motivated and entertained all attendees. The North Carolina Black Alliance has demonstrated consistent excellence in bringing people together in times of celebration, information, and activism. We encourage you to follow their social media pages and get involved in their events and activism statewide.
