Juneteenth NYC is hosting its first restaurant crawl that kicks off this week. Here's a peek at some of the unique dishes on the menu.
NEW YORK -- Step into Native Restaurant and Lounge in Bushwick where there is a celebration of the vibrant flavors of West Africa.'It's super spicy, but it's definitely worth it. The flavors are just an explosion in your mouth,' general manager Fatima Barry said of the menu.CBS New York is a proud partner of Juneteenth NYC, which is hosting its first restaurant crawl to highlight Black-owned businesses serving up unique flavors.
A peek inside the kitchen is enough to see the symbolism displayed on the plate. The restaurant has some signature red dishes like jollof rice, a nod to the traditions to eat red food during the holiday.'It's the bloodshed, you know, that our ancestors that were enslaved. That's why we celebrate red food when it comes to Juneteenth,' Barry explained. 'Most West African countries have red in their flag. And that is a symbol of resilience, pride.
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