Soul Food: A Gathering Place for Hearts and Minds

There's something undeniably comforting about the aroma of fried chicken, the rich, velvety texture of collard greens, and the sweet, sticky goodness of cornbread. These dishes, and countless others like them, are the heart and soul of soul food—a culinary tradition rooted in the African American experience. More than just a collection of recipes, soul food is a cultural touchstone that brings people together like few other things