Tag Archives: Marcus Samuelsson

Walter’s World: Third Annual Harlem Jazz Shrines Festival begins Monday

By Walter Rutledge 

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The Third Annual Harlem Jazz Shrines Festival will take place throughout the Harlem community May 6 – 11. The festival will celebrate the legacy of jazz in Harlem featuring panel discussions, films and concerts by emerging and established artists. This year, the festival will pay tribute to The Alhambra Ballroom, the Apollo Theater, The Baby Grand, Minton’s Playhouse, Clark Monroe’s Uptown House, Showman’s Jazz Club, the Sugar Cane Club and the Cotton Club.  Continue reading

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Walter’s World: Dance and Music- March 15, 2013

By Walter Rutledge

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This weekend dance and music dominates the artistic landscapes. We have a modern dance master at Lincoln Center, a brilliant dance repertory company in midtown and music that bridges the diaspora in Harlem. Here are a few of the many events taking place in our city and around our community. Continue reading

Harlem’s Urban Chic Chef Cooks At The Ultimate Trunk Show For The Holidays

Nichole Adriane on set

Harlem Chef Nichole Adriane owner of The Urban Chic Chef is the official sponsoring caterer for the fashion event for the holidays, The Ultimate Trunk Show in Chelsea, Saturday, December 8th, from 4 pm to 9 pm. Continue reading

Liquor License Restrictions Hampering Harlem?

Earlier this month, Alain Chevreux thought he had found the perfect location for his fourth Manhattan restaurant. Continue reading

Dwyane Wade signs at MIST Harlem During Hue-Man Book Pop-Up (raw video)

Miami Heat basketball champion superstar Dwyane Wade signed copies of his new book, “A Father First: How My Life Became Bigger Than Basketball” on Wednesday night, September 5th, at the brand spanking new My Image Studios MISTHarlem. Continue reading

Chuck D Challenges Ageism in Hip-Hop

While the average American lifespan is projected to increase that doesn’t mean that hip-hop is welcoming of performers over a certain age, according to legendary rapper Chuck D of Public Enemy. Continue reading

Vy Higginsen’s Teens Choir at Red Rooster Harlem

Marcus Samuelsson is presenting Vy Higginsen’s Gospel for Teens Choir for a special weekly Gospel Brunch. Continue reading

Marcus Samuelsson’s Overcooked Discomfort Food?

Even before it played host to President Obama’s $1.5 million fundraiser dinner on March 29, 2011, Marcus Samuelsson’s Harlem soul food restaurant Red Rooster was a runaway success. Continue reading

Marcus Samuelsson, Ne-Yo & The New Harlem Renaissance

Chrisette Michele channels Nat King Cole.

In the dim but perfectly lit basement of Marcus Samuelsson’s Red Rooster, the room is buzzing with energy.  Continue reading

Marcus Samuelsson To Host Harlem Community Day

Marcus Samuelsson, chef/owner of Red Rooster Harlem and Ginny’s Supper Club and 8-year Harlem resident, will host a Harlem Community Day on Monday, June 25th, in support of his forthcoming memoir, Yes, Chef.  Continue reading