Dining With Miss Lil: Minton’s Playhouse is a Must

By Lil Nickelson The last time I was in Minton’s Playhouse was in May 2102.  With the permission of the owner of the space New York businessman Richard Parsons, Jazzmobile, Inc. hosted jazz music here as part of their contribution to the Harlem Jazz Shrines Festival 2012. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter…

Dining With Miss Lil Restaurant Review: The Cecil is Happening

By Lil Nickelson The Cecil, located at 206 W. 118th Street is on the Southeast corner of St. Nicholas Avenue, and is the 2nd restaurant on the block that is owned and operated by Harlem Jazz Enterprises LLC.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes,…

VH1’s “This is Hot 97” Premiere Party

Those folks at 135th Street Agency is at it again, they posted this behind-the-scenes celebration on Monday night, VH1 and Hot 97 along with Monami Entertainment, Eastern TV and Myx Fusions Moscato, premiered the first two episodes of the upcoming unscripted comedy series “This is Hot 97” at Gotham Comedy Club in New York City.…

The Indie Life Returns To SXSW With DigiWaxx

Harlem’s Digiwaxx brings the Indie Life: ATX Concert on Friday, March 14th, 2014 for its 3rd Annual Series during the SXSW Festival. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use.…

Souleo: Yoga Activists Fight Human Trafficking

By Souleo Take a breath. Is it short and strained or is it deep and full? Posing this question to a victim of human trafficking may seem insignificant but according to Lara Land it is a crucial step in the rehabilitation of the more than 4,200 children served by the anti-trafficking organization, Odanadi Seva Trust.…

Dining With Miss Lil: Custom Fuel Pizza

By Lil Nickelson Custom Fuel Pizza, located at 2288 Frederick Douglass Blvd on the Southeast corner of 123rd Street, held a launch party on the evening of Tuesday, March 4th, 2014.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from…

Dining With Miss Lil: Minton’s Playhouse is a Must

The last time I was in Minton’s Playhouse was in May 2012.  With the permission of the owner of the space New York businessman Richard Parsons, Jazzmobile, Inc. hosted jazz music here as part of their contribution to the Harlem Jazz Shrines Festival 2012. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to…

Souleo: After deaths, Dianne Reeves Finds A Beautiful Life

On the surface the title of Dianne Reeves’ new album, Beautiful Life seems straightforward enough, but it holds a deeper significance for the singer after experiencing two major deaths. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World…

Fairway Market Gets Hot During This Cold Weather

It may be freezing outside, but inside Fairway Market it is hot and spicy. Indeed, Fairway is now offering home style tamales and empanadas through its new Latin Table line in all 14 stores in the tri-state area. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes,…

Eat Up! NYC Restaurant Week reservations open today

Make Your Restaurant Week reservations open today! Enjoy 3-course dining at nearly 300 of the City’s finest restaurants: $25 for lunch and $38 for dinner. From February 17 to March 7. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from…

Marcus Samuelsson: Kale And Quinoa Salad With Roasted Beets

This warm salad is from the Marcus Samuelsson.com site is perfectly healthy for Harlem, delicious, and easy to make. Steaming the kale atop the quinoa during the last 5 minutes of cooking makes this one-pot recipe all the worthwhile.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example:…

Kelis At Clive Davis’ Annual Pre Grammy Party

Harlem’s own Kelis showing some diva flave as she reps Harlem at the Clive Davis’ Annual Pre Grammy Party this week.We thought the whole look was hot with tasteful cleavage, and necklace, a black dress is always killer, matching the heels and anklet top it off. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select…

History of Sports in Central Park Tour

Learn how tastes in recreation have changed since the mid-19th century and how the Park has been altered to mirror those trends. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use.…

Salters Scene: New York Black Expo 2013

As part of the “Buy Black Weekend” on December 21st, the New York Black Expo provided  African American, Caribbean American and African businesses and organizations ways to connect with consumers during the holiday season.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to…

Dining with Miss Lil: December 2013 Tis The Season

By Lil Nickelson From Thanksgiving through Kwanzaa I try to focus my attention on sharing the holiday season with people I love while we eat great meals that are prepared with love.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails…