Listen now (23 min) | As We Eat turns our attention to the food culture of Juneteenth National Independence Day (or Juneteenth) - a long cherished celebration of the emancipation of enslaved Black and African-American people. Celebrated throughout the United States since 1865, June 19th is marked by lots of good food with a particular emphasis on the colors red, yellow, and green. Kim & Leigh go behind the scenes to explore and learn more about Juneteenth and its tasty traditions.
How do you consistently put out such amazing work such as this? A thorough exploration of the day that comes at it from a fairly unexplored aspect of Juneteenth's complexities. And then all the features branching out: Great post, entertaining podcast, books and recipes. Such a well rounded tribute to the essence of celebrating this important holiday!
Thank you so much Pat! This was a fascinating episode to research and present. It makes my heart happy that you described it as a tribute. That is exactly what we were hoping for.
Wayne, I'm so happy that we were able to share how this holiday is a day that is not only our newest political holiday, but also a holiday that honors and celebrates culture and heritage through foods.
How do you consistently put out such amazing work such as this? A thorough exploration of the day that comes at it from a fairly unexplored aspect of Juneteenth's complexities. And then all the features branching out: Great post, entertaining podcast, books and recipes. Such a well rounded tribute to the essence of celebrating this important holiday!
Thank you so much Pat! This was a fascinating episode to research and present. It makes my heart happy that you described it as a tribute. That is exactly what we were hoping for.
I've never seriously considered Juneteenth as anything other than a new political holiday. Thanks to you, it's become a food holiday, too!
Wayne, I'm so happy that we were able to share how this holiday is a day that is not only our newest political holiday, but also a holiday that honors and celebrates culture and heritage through foods.