About Michael W. Twitty

Michael W. Twitty explores African American and Southern foodways for ToriAvey.com. He is a recognized culinary historian, community scholar, and living history interpreter focusing on historic African American food and folk culture. Read more...

The Secret History of Okra – Okra Soup

Learn the history of okra, from its ancient origins to its African American roots, then try a historically-inspired recipe for peppery okra soup.

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