American soul food finds its roots in slavery and the food culture that early African and Caribbean people brought to the U.S. The Accokeek Foundation, a non-profit educational farm in Prince Georges County, will host a panel discussion called, Soul Food Justice this Saturday to explore how the history of soul food connects with its future. Today, we’re unpacking this history and how soul food connects to efforts to improve health, sustainability and fresh food access in African American communities. Joining Sheilah Kast is Dr. Psyche Williams-Forson, Associate Professor of American Studies at the University of Maryland. She will be one of the panelists tomorrow.
Exploring The Roots of Soul Food
Cover image from Dr. Psyche Williams-Forson's Book, Building Houses Out of Chicken Legs
