She dispels the stereotypes surrounding soul food and not only sheds light on great recipes, but offers them in a healthy way (while keeping the flavor)!
Gabrielle Eitienne Carter is not only a cook, but a farmer. She actively participates with an organization called Tall Grass Food Box, which is an organization that supports Black farmers and sustainability. Here is a piece from their About Us page that gives a brief overview of the organization and their community work:
“Tall Grass Food Box is a platform to support and encourage the sustainability of Black farmers, by increasing their visibility and securing space for them in the local marketplace. In a time where small businesses have become even more vulnerable, it is important that we double down in our support of Black farmers. In this vein, we seek to build a capacity for self-determination within our local food systems.
Every other week we will pull together fresh produce from Black Farmers across NC and put it together in a box for you to pick up. Each box has enough to feed 1-2 people or an individual who cooks more 3 or more times a week. Check back frequently to see how our offering may change week to week.”
There are different subscription rates depending upon the needs and wants of the person.
On Gabrielle’s Instagram, you will find pictures of her farming endeavors as well as fantastic meals that she makes.
She recently participated in the Oxford America Spring 2021 Food Issue, and discussed Black land ownership and seed saving.
Black chefs and farmers are important to the Black community and to America. Support these two amazing women and their endeavors, as you can buy Jerelle’s cookbook or donate to Tall Grass Food box and other causes Gabrielle supports.