Michael W. Twitty

Michael W. Twitty is a food writer, independent scholar, and culinary historian dedicated to preserving and promoting African American foodways and their African and Diasporic roots. He shares his extensive knowledge and passion for Southern food heritage through his platform Afroculinaria, the first blog devoted to historic African American foodways. His work delves into the intricate connections of identity, history, and food, focusing on the African American impact on Southern cuisine. Twitty's lectures and appearances at institutions worldwide highlight his commitment to uncovering and celebrating these vital cultural traditions.