Big Mamma Group’s Post

I'm watching High on the Hog, an excellent food series on Netflix about Black cuisine from all over the diaspora. I know many companies will choose this month to only feature American Southern Cuisine but please remember that Blackness is not a monolith. There is no one "Black" food, there isn't one type of African, African-American, Caribbean, Afro-European, Afro-Latin, Afro-Asian.. you see where I'm going with it.. I worked at a vfx company that had an industrial kitchen, they let us cook whatever we wanted, and they also catered meals. I worked late and would cook and bake all the time. I would share my meals with my co-workers, and we had a little after work foodie community that I truly miss. The one thing I appreciated is that the company would hire really good caterers who brought every type of food from lumpia to collard greens all year long, we had an array of different pepper sauces co-workers would bring from all over the world that anyone could use. Having that choice, made me feel comfortable, I was able to be myself at work. Having tabasco, sriacha, tapatio, wasabi paste or crystal hot sauce might seem like a small thing, but it's still a representation of culture. I have worked a lot of places with awful food, especially at larger companies who water down "ethnic" meals and remove their wonderful spices to appease the palate of the majority. If you are still planning or thinking about having a Black History celebration, please hire a caterer or vendor. Do not expect your corporate chefs to make gumbo, jollof rice, mofongo, la bandera, black eyed peas, injera, or any other combination of foods that represent these various cultures. If you want to celebrate Black History or any other cultural history in the kitchen, do it all the time, not just during the nationally designated month. Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is crucial, especially in light of the disbandment of DEI teams and ERG groups by several companies. The current trend of attempting to diminish diversity underscores the urgency of our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces. If you find comfort in enjoying a diverse array of cuisines, such as Taco Tuesday, curry, ramen, and more, it is imperative that your workplaces reflect the same diversity and inclusion. Otherwise, companies risk contributing to the very problem we should be actively addressing. Let us strive to build environments where every individual, regardless of their background, feels valued, heard, and represented. Oh and watch High on the Hog :) https://lnkd.in/ebec9hjy #netflix #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory365 #foodculture #cuisine #chefs #fooddiversity #highonthehog #foodjustice, #foodorigins, #globalfoodways #highonthehog #DEI #employeeresourcegroups #ergs

The post below isn't a PR stint. We had the privilege of being part of Mumba Kenneth Kalifungwa's birthday celebrations last month. He clocked a milestone age and celebrated it with close family and friends. Kenneth's leadership journey has always fascinated me. He is an exemplary leader. It is said that the ideal employee or leader is the right balance of technical competence and character competence. I can speak to his character competence. Kenneth pays the price. It was good to observe what leadership looks like on a family front. The tributes of his father, wife, children, friends and colleagues (who have now become friends) evidenced that the man applies leadership principles at work as well as at home. He leads his family. He has individual and collective relationships with them. I observed too, that every time I encounter Kenneth, he has become a better version of himself. These improvements are often subtle and can often be missed but they are there. He has grown in grace. This kind of progressive development doesn't just happen, there is tremendous discipline, deliberateness and dying to self that takes place internally. We don't just become. Behold, a role model.

Prosecco and Champagne are top contenders when it comes to a festive happy hour, milestone celebration, or festive brunch – but can the two be used interchangeably? Is there even a difference when comparing prosecco vs. Champagne?

And The World's Biggest Quaffer Of Champagne Is... With Christmas and New Year's celebrations upon us, many people currently stock up on their favorite drinks. And what better way to toast on a special occasion than opening a bottle of champagne, one of France's proudest exports. The United States and the UK are particularly fond of the exclusive sparkling wine from the Champagne region, having imported 33.7 and 28.1 million 750 milliliter bottles in 2022, respectively. With the exception of the U.S., Japan and Australia, Western European countries like Germany, Belgium and Italy are dominating last year's top 10. This is not to say that other countries don't enjoy sparkling wine, but the numbers only refer to the higher-priced, regionally produced drink from the French region of Champagne. The area was officially designated in 1927 and is home to winemakers like Veuve Clicquot, Moët & Chandon and Krug.

In honor of Black History Month, I thought I would highlight five Black female chefs who are totally crushing the food industry right now. Some you may have read about, or seen on TV. Hopefully, you’ve been lucky enough to taste their amazing food. If not, a road trip or two might be in order. These five chefs are doing some of the most dynamic cooking I’ve tasted in a long time. Dorian #chef #cheflifestyle #Top5

Curious to learn about induction? Watch this video!

You've probably seen Esquimalt Wine Company (Esquimalt Vermouth and Apéritifs) on menus and in stores- learn a bit more about one of our local businesses in a recent interview: https://lnkd.in/dh2xUh8z #esquimalt #shoplocal #localbusiness #yyjfood

Today’s Italian expression: avere le braccine corte Literally having short little arms, but meaning tight-fisted or unwilling to spend money. Example: Non vuole mai pagare il conto al ristorante, dice sempre di essere a corto di soldi. Ha proprio le braccine corte! (He never wants to pay the restaurant bill; he always claims to be short on money. He really has short little arms!) #AmiableLanguageServices #learninglanguages #italian #learningitalian #italianexpressions

Thinking of the best valentine ideas to spice up your restaurant today? We've got some ideas 😍😍 1 - Personalized Valentine's Day Menus 💖 Treat your patrons to a personalized Valentine's Day experience with custom menus! 🍽️ Add a romantic touch by featuring special dishes or love-themed cocktails, and don't forget to include heartfelt messages or offers. 2 - Lovebird Photo Contest 📸 Engage your diners with a Lovebird Photo Contest! Encourage couples to share their cherished moments at your restaurant for a chance to win a romantic dinner for two. 3 - Love Notes from Your Team 💬 Let your staff share their love for your restaurant! Feature heartfelt messages or stories from your team members about what Valentine's Day means to them.

Happy National Margarita Day, everyone! 🍹 Did you know that today, restaurants and bars nationwide are celebrating with some seriously spicy discounts on your favorite tequila-based cocktail? So, while you're enjoying your margarita today, why not take a moment to check out our cutting-edge solutions at www.forsta.com or just DM me? And here's a question for you: If Forsta were a margarita, what flavor do you think we'd be? Classic, skinny, frozen, or something else entirely? Let us know in the comments! 🤔 #NationalMargaritaDay #Forsta #CustomerExperience #MarketResearchTechnology #DataVisualization