Meet The Chef Leading One Of The Popular Restaurants On The French Riviera

Monte Carlo is the embodiment of glamour and luxury. The small country of Monaco is one of the prime travel destinations along the famous French Riviera with its capital city surrounded by five-star hotels with megayachts docked at bay and the glitzy Grand Casino Royale at the center of it all. A-list celebrities and even royals have been known to vacation there as they enjoy the scenic views. It is also the home of a famous Michelin star chef who happens to run the kitchen behind one of the most popular restaurants in Monte Carlo.

Caribbean-born Marcel Ravin is known from his decadent culinary creations. After leaving his native island of Martinique and moving to Europe to study the art of cooking, Ravin has made his way into popular, luxurious restaurants with his masterful cooking inspired by his Creole roots. “I brought with me the memory of dishes from my native land: spices, produce, and remarkable recipes,” said Ravin in an interview with BLACK ENTERPRISE. “This baggage, which I love to call my “mind palate,” guided me on my path and shaped my identity, becoming the basis of my culinary identity.”

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This Michelin star chef’s culinary talents eventually got him the opportunity to lead the Blue Bay Restaurant at the Monte Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort overlooking the water. He says his experience living in the famous city as a black man has been peaceful, usually receiving warm receptions from residents. “When I arrived in Monaco, I’ve been very well welcomed,” he explained. “I didn’t feel any difference regarding the color of people or culture. I will always remember the sentence of the SAS Prince Albert of Monaco—thanks for being there and I hope you will stay a long time among us!”

In addition to leading the Blue Bay, Ravin collaborated with Air France Airlines to create new signature dishes for business class and premium economy.

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Meet The New Travel Host Who Wants To Take You Around The World With ‘Fly Brother’

Due to the COVID-19, or novel coronavirus, pandemic, many of our summer travel plans have been put on hold as cities and countries around the world stay under quarantine. Luckily for travel enthusiasts, this travel expert is offering viewers an opportunity to travel around the world with him with his new PBS series.

Ernest White II is the host of the new series, Fly Brother, which started as a blog back in 2008 while he was living as an ex-pat in Colombia.

“I’ve always been interested in geography, cultures, languages, all of that. I was born with a curiosity about the world and would study maps and read about different countries, and my parents, other family members, and other adults in my community stoked that curiosity as I was growing up,” said White in an interview with BLACK ENTERPRISE. “Finally, when I was 16, I went to Sweden as a foreign exchange student and my life was forever changed.”

Since then, White has traveled to over 70 countries using his creative storytelling talents to help others learn about different cultures and share the experiences of the people he meets along the way. The travel docu-series follows as White visits his friends, both old and new, in eight exciting destinations such as São Paulo, Namibia, and Mumbai.

During a time when many of us are uncertain of when we will be able to travel again, White hopes his show will help visitors experience a temporary escape through his storytelling. “The world is experiencing a radical transformation and travel, like every industry, will continue to change in unexpected ways.

“That said, humans desire connection and want to experience new places and people, and I think that desire will eventually override any trepidation people have about traveling,” said White. “Surely, this won’t be easy at first, and many safety procedures will need to be implemented—and followed—but in the meantime, there are plenty of virtual experiences and digital communities to keep us in a traveling mood until we can get back out into the world safely.”

You can watch the series through the Public Television Stations by checking your local listings.

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Meet The New Travel Host Who Wants To Take You Around The World With ‘Fly Brother’

Due to the COVID-19, or novel coronavirus, pandemic, many of our summer travel plans have been put on hold as cities and countries around the world stay under quarantine. Luckily for travel enthusiasts, this travel expert is offering viewers an opportunity to travel around the world with him with his new PBS series.

Ernest White II is the host of the new series, Fly Brother, which started as a blog back in 2008 while he was living as an ex-pat in Colombia.

“I’ve always been interested in geography, cultures, languages, all of that. I was born with a curiosity about the world and would study maps and read about different countries, and my parents, other family members, and other adults in my community stoked that curiosity as I was growing up,” said White in an interview with BLACK ENTERPRISE. “Finally, when I was 16, I went to Sweden as a foreign exchange student and my life was forever changed.”

Since then, White has traveled to over 70 countries using his creative storytelling talents to help others learn about different cultures and share the experiences of the people he meets along the way. The travel docu-series follows as White visits his friends, both old and new, in eight exciting destinations such as São Paulo, Namibia, and Mumbai.

During a time when many of us are uncertain of when we will be able to travel again, White hopes his show will help visitors experience a temporary escape through his storytelling. “The world is experiencing a radical transformation and travel, like every industry, will continue to change in unexpected ways.

“That said, humans desire connection and want to experience new places and people, and I think that desire will eventually override any trepidation people have about traveling,” said White. “Surely, this won’t be easy at first, and many safety procedures will need to be implemented—and followed—but in the meantime, there are plenty of virtual experiences and digital communities to keep us in a traveling mood until we can get back out into the world safely.”

You can watch the series through the Public Television Stations by checking your local listings.

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This Retired-Navy-Veteran-Turned-Entrepreneur Is Launching A Successful Apparel Line

It’s never easy to make a career transition. It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to let go of a career you have dedicated some time to and leave it behind for a new career, sometimes in a completely different field. After retiring from the U.S. Navy, one savvy business entrepreneur made a complete pivot from naval veteran to fashion maven with the launch of her successful apparel clothing brand.

The New Orleans-based veteran has always had a love of fashion and when she retired from serving in the military, she decided to get back in touch with her love of fashion with the launch of her clothing boutique, Coco’s Wardrobe. She also manufactures all of the clothing in the Big Easy with the goal of providing stylish, comfortable clothes for women ranging from dresses, skirts, rompers, and more for an affordable price.

“I wanted to design and sell clothing that I would love and would want to wear,” said Brittney Nicole to Black Business. “I also felt that other women were looking for something different than most of what they were finding in stores, so I set out to design clothes that both look sophisticated and feel incredible. I am completely dedicated to fulfilling the dreams of my customers wearing something that makes them feel amazing.”

In addition to clothing, her boutique has also extended its collection to stylish face masks amid the COVID-19, or novel coronavirus, pandemic available through her website.

 

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This Retired-Navy-Veteran-Turned-Entrepreneur Is Launching A Successful Apparel Line

It’s never easy to make a career transition. It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to let go of a career you have dedicated some time to and leave it behind for a new career, sometimes in a completely different field. After retiring from the U.S. Navy, one savvy business entrepreneur made a complete pivot from naval veteran to fashion maven with the launch of her successful apparel clothing brand.

The New Orleans-based veteran has always had a love of fashion and when she retired from serving in the military, she decided to get back in touch with her love of fashion with the launch of her clothing boutique, Coco’s Wardrobe. She also manufactures all of the clothing in the Big Easy with the goal of providing stylish, comfortable clothes for women ranging from dresses, skirts, rompers, and more for an affordable price.

“I wanted to design and sell clothing that I would love and would want to wear,” said Brittney Nicole to Black Business. “I also felt that other women were looking for something different than most of what they were finding in stores, so I set out to design clothes that both look sophisticated and feel incredible. I am completely dedicated to fulfilling the dreams of my customers wearing something that makes them feel amazing.”

In addition to clothing, her boutique has also extended its collection to stylish face masks amid the COVID-19, or novel coronavirus, pandemic available through her website.

 

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Slay on a casual day…When you don’t feel like trying but still want to look cute. Top: Brianna Grey Long sleeve bodysuit #casualslay #casualvibes #onlineboutique

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