Osayi Endolyn

Osayi Endolyn is a James Beard Award-winning writer whose work explores food and identity. She is co-author of national bestseller "The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food", with Marcus Samuelsson.

Expertise: Food & Culture, Identity

Experience: Osayi Endolyn writes at the intersection of food, culture, identity, and place. She's been published in the New York Times, Eater, Condé Nast Traveler, and more. She's a regular contributor to food-centered storytelling on various TV platforms, including "Chef's Table" and "Ugly Delicious" on Netflix. Her audio offerings have been featured on NPR's "1A", "The Takeaway" with Melissa Harris-Perry, "The Splendid Table" with Francis Lam, and the Sporkful podcast, for which the team won a Webby. Osayi's essays on subjects like the complicated origins of American fried chicken and the experience of dining out as a Black woman in collections "You and I Eat the Same" and "Women on Food" have been widely celebrated.

Christmas With Musicians Is as Sweet as It Sounds

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Spending the holidays at lauded musician Patrice Rushen’s home is always a harmonious affair.

A Cocktail to Convert All Gin Haters

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Revisiting your past boozy no-no’s could turn 2021 into a year of yes.

Rosy Hibiscus-Gin Lowball

On the fence when it comes to gin? Try a sip of this gateway cocktail. Known as sorrel in parts of Africa, roselle—the type of hibiscus used in most hibiscus teas—complements the floral notes of gin, resulting in a refreshing, balanced beverage. Stir leftover hibiscus tea into lemonade for a refreshing nonalcoholic sipper.

Alexander Smalls Hosts the Best Dinner Parties in New York

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At his Harlem residence, renowned chef and author Alexander Smalls entertains like no one else—even when “entertaining” means gathering guests on the stoop outside for cocktails and pie at a social distance.

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