Sahara in Jackson Ward

Posted on May 3, 2018May 3, 2018 by Fatema Al Darii

By Fatema Al Darii Sahara Cafe and Grill caught my attention because the owner, Mariam Al Saiyd, is a native of Sudan, and I overheard her speaking with an Arabic accent. Frankly, I was surprised to find an Arab-run business in Jackson Ward. But, this also meant that the food is genuinely authentic. Mariam is Read more about Sahara in Jackson Ward[…]

The Bond

Posted on April 27, 2018May 3, 2018 by Fatema Al Darii

By Fatema Al Darii The Black History Museum (BHM) on West Leigh Street, in the heart of Jackson Ward, is one of the many symbols that showcase both the history and current dynamics of the neighborhood. On the museum’s glass doors, their hours of operation are printed in a white font; a nearby sign Read more about The Bond[…]