And even though black chefs remain underrepresented in fine dining, they are getting new recognition. But over the past two years, six black chefs have won in those categories. “There’s kind of this movement that’s happening rapidly where black chefs are at the helm,” Ms. Shanti said. Nick Hagen for The New York Times“Until there’s some sort of representation in those spaces, stories of black history, black chefs and black cuisine will just be trend pieces that mark a moment that can fade at any time,” said Clay Williams, a photographer and co-founder of Black Food Folks, an organization for black professionals in the food industry. L. Kasimu Harris for The New York TimesNolis Anderson for The New York Times 16.

Source: New York Times July 16, 2019 17:37 UTC