Camping is one of the most affordable ways to vacation. According to Rue Mapp, founder of Outdoor Afro, you can do it in a tent, trailer, recreational vehicle or even at a hotel (yes, there are four- and five-star hotels in some of the national parks). Camp on your own terms at some of the…

Though the term “soul food” gained popularity in the 1960s, the cuisine has been a part of African-American culture for centuries, and it seems the restaurant industry has taken note. That means there are plenty of options—and plenty of ways to make the wrong meal choice. Don’t miss out on some of the best eats around.…

Mix one part talent, two parts dedication and a sprinkle of genius self-marketing. Black chefs and restaurateurs may not have been part of the original American recipe for culinary success, but there’s no question that they’re in the mix now. 1. Barbara “B.” Smith Former model Barbara Smith has become an iconic restaurateur, entertaining and lifestyle…

The Super Bowl has contributed its fair share of defining moments to football history, but it also lends itself to some pretty epic failures. Here are some memorable examples from recent years.  1. Janet Jackson’s Wardrobe Malfunction Carolina Panthers vs. New England Patriots  Ten years ago an estimated 140 million people watched as Justin Timberlake…