Food Merchant Profile: We Welcome La Savane Restaurant to the Go Africa Harlem 2017 Street Festival on 7/15/2017

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The Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 7/15/2017 from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.  please register at  http://goafricaharlem.org/events/general-attendee-sign-up-for-go-africa-harlem-2017-street-festival-on-july-15th-2017/
Click here to sign-up  or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001
 
Or register via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/go-africa-harlem-street-festival-2017-tickets-32033139984
La Savane Restaurant

239 West 116th street
New York, New Yor

Call (646) 484-5293
Great place to get authentic West African food in Harlem – Jollof rice, Lamb dibi, Poisson braise and a lot more. Come eat and have a nice time.
Food from Ivory Coast and other West African countries
https://www.facebook.com/pg/La-Savane-Restaurant-236895330018155/about/?ref=page_internal
o-owners David Dembele and Kabine Sakho, hail from the Ivory Coast and Guinea respectively. Frustrated with the lack of good food they could get while driving taxis in New York City, they started the restaurant five years ago. Named after the region in the northern part of the Ivory Coast, La Savane serves delicious regional food from both the northern and southern regions of the Ivory Coast, as well as from Mali and Guinea.

Foutou, made from plantains, at La Savane

Foutou, made from plantains, at La Savane

A warm, dark, yellow mound arrives at our table. Foutou is a delicious, slightly sweet dish made with plantain flour. Eaten with your hands, foutou comes from the southern part of the Ivory Coast.
I am also enjoying the chicken in sauce gombo, a tomato-based sauce made with fresh okra, red and green peppers, and spices. The chicken is moist and tender. Paired with the atieke, a couscous-like vegetable made with cassava, the combination is exquisite. Made only in the Ivory Coast, the atieke is pounded until soft, pressed to get all the liquid out, and then steamed. Voila! You have a delectable side dish.

Chicken sauce gombo

Chicken sauce gombo

The poisson grille (grilled tilapia), is served with a refreshing tomato, pepper and onion salad. Light and flavorful, the fish is delectable and cooked to perfection.
Other regional specialties made here include the kabato, corn flour mixed with water, and formed into a ball. (A woman walked into the restaurant today specifically looking for the kabato; when she found out they didn’t make any that day, she left.) There is sauce djoumbele, made with tomato and dried okra; ragout aubergine (stewed eggplant); placaly (cassava); gigot (lamb shank); dibi poulet(grilled chicken); rice dishes, and other delicacies.

Poisson grille

Poisson grille

I plan on eating here again, as there are plenty of wonderful options, and where everything I had was incredible. There’s no need for dessert after you’ve eaten, as you will be quite full. No matter what you order here, you can’t go wrong.

La Savane, 239 West 116th St., New York, NY 10026 (646) 484-5293; (646) 490-4644  Hours: Monday–Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Sunday, noon to midnight

Artist Profile: We welcome Gle Tchefary (African Reggae) to the main stage for the Go Africa Harlem 2017 street festival on 7/15/2017

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The Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 7/15/2017 from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.  please register at  http://goafricaharlem.org/events/general-attendee-sign-up-for-go-africa-harlem-2017-street-festival-on-july-15th-2017/
Click here to sign-up  or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001
 
Or register via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/go-africa-harlem-street-festival-2017-tickets-32033139984
 

GENERAL TCHEFARY 

     BIOGRAPHY

General Tchefary is a descendant of the great opponent of the struggle against French colonialism in Africa “l’Almamy Samory Toure “.  Growing up with his mother, he never saw his father.  Becoming a musician kept him away from the bandits and out of trouble.

Ibrahim Toure alias General Tchefary met his music in West Africa, Ivory Coast in the year 1998.

As an artist, he started in the hip-hop movement then gradually deflected in the life of Reggae music.  He chose Reggae music for what it stands for.  Reggae music is his life; it gives him the joy of living.  It gives him hope to see a better world where people live in harmony without injustice.  Because of this way of life, he and Reggae music have become one, as if they were born together.

He released his first album in 2008, “Soya” which gives it a marked evolution over Ivorian showbiz and ranking it among the hopes of African Reggae people.

“Il Est Temps” is the title of the second album from 2013.  This CD became International, open to the world.  It talks about denunciation, revolution, and education.  This album has become an explosion factor for our General Tchefary.

In 2015 he was invited by K-Bass Music to America to promote African Root Reggae.  General Tchefary is multi-dimensional in his art, he sings with K-Bass Music, Solidarite Sympa, Dub Society and other bands.

He has performed at festivals with famous singers, Ky-Mani Marley, Morgan Heritage, Alpha Blondy, Third World, I Threes, Tiken Jah Fakoly, Takana Zion and many more.

Website:  www.generaltchefary.com

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ABOUT

GENERAL TCHEFARY
Reggae music is my life

Merchant Profile: We welcome the Kannu Collection to the Go Africa Harlem 2017 street festival on 7/15/2017

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The Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 7/15/2017 from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.  please register at  http://goafricaharlem.org/events/general-attendee-sign-up-for-go-africa-harlem-2017-street-festival-on-july-15th-2017/
Click here to sign-up  or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001
 
Or register via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/go-africa-harlem-street-festival-2017-tickets-32033139984
 

Kannu Collection

It all started with love. Single mother and entreprenuer, Brandice Taylor-Davis, developed the concept for Kannu Collection – a line of African-inspired bags, accessories and clothing to honor her daughter’s African lineage – she is Mandingo. Kannu is the Mandingo word for love.
All of our pieces are handmade in limited quantities in Brooklyn, NY and the materials to make it are sourced from local and small businesses. Our designs are equal parts uniqueness, functionality, and tradition.
Connect with us:
www.kannumeanslove.com
Facebook.com/kannucollection
Instagram.com/kannucollection
or email: Miracle’s Mommy: orders@miraclesmommy.com
 

Merchant Profile: we welcome Aisha Qabila to the Go Africa Harlem 2017 Street festival on 7/15/2017

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The Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 7/15/2017 from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.  please register at  http://goafricaharlem.org/events/general-attendee-sign-up-for-go-africa-harlem-2017-street-festival-on-july-15th-2017/
Click here to sign-up  or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001
 
Or register via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/go-africa-harlem-street-festival-2017-tickets-32033139984

Welcome To Aisha Qabila

https://www.itsaishaqabila.com/
Home of Handmade Headties &                   Accessories

My name is Aisha Jawara. I am the CEO and founder of Aisha Qabila, an African fashion line focused on handmade adjustable head ties. Aisha Qabila was an ideal fashion gig that I came up with during the summer of 2015. Aisha Qabila means Aisha is trying to create something in my narrative language, Soninke. Out of all the diverse modes of women’s clothing, the head tie stood out to me the most hence it screams out the dignity, strength, and pride of women. The unique ways of wearing it without any form of judgment were astonishing. So I thought, why not start a handmade head tie line. I started my line of a fitable head tie with different colors and textures. This is because I want the women to have a product that will build up their self-esteem, sense of beauty, and self-love. You do not need hair to be considered beautiful. I’m starting this fashion line of head ties to increase the awareness of all the ethnic beauty that continues to exist in the diverse world we live in. That being said, this was just an idea that has now become a reality, and I hope you enjoy my products as well as to support my mission for the empowerment of women.
Contact: Isetou Jawara
 
website is www.itsaishaqabila.com

Artist Profile: We welcome Afrobeat Fit to the Go Africa Harlem 2017 Street Festival on 7/15/2017

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The Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 7/15/2017 from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.  please register at  http://goafricaharlem.org/events/general-attendee-sign-up-for-go-africa-harlem-2017-street-festival-on-july-15th-2017/
Click here to sign-up  or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001
 
Or register via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/go-africa-harlem-street-festival-2017-tickets-32033139984
We are Happy to welcome Afrobeat Fit to stage 2 of the Street Festival on 7/15/2017
What is Afrobeat Fit?
A one hour dance party where movement and music derive from the great artists and influencers of West Africa and the United Kingdom..

Afrobeat Fit | School Takeover!

Are you a student org looking for a lit event to bring to your school? Afrobeat Fit would love to host your next events and we will be sure to bring the turn up to you!

Workplace Lunchtime Takeover!

Looking for a wellness initiative to offer your company? Look no further, Afrobeat Fit will come and add some spice to your fitness programs!

Afrobeat Fit On The Move!

Regardless of the category, Afrobeat Fit will come to you! Touch base and let’s get to planning; cannot wait to sweat with you!

CHECK OUT OUR CLASS!

Kemi Omisore
Afrobeat Fit
Owner | Choreographer | Instructor
AfrobeatFit@gmail.com
Afrobeatfit.com
IG/Twitter/Snap: AfrobeatFit
Facebook.com/Afrobeatfit
 
Thanks,
Kemi Omisore, MPA
Owner | Choreographer | Instructor
Afrobeat Fit™

ADDITIONAL CONTACT INFO
afrobeatfit@gmail.com
http://AfrobeatFit.com/

Food Merchant Profile: Smiles Bartending and Catering will be cooking it up at the Go Africa Harlem 2017 Street Festival on 7/15/2017

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The Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 7/15/2017 from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.  please register at  http://goafricaharlem.org/events/general-attendee-sign-up-for-go-africa-harlem-2017-street-festival-on-july-15th-2017/
Click here to sign-up  or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001
 
Or register via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/go-africa-harlem-street-festival-2017-tickets-32033139984
About Smiles Bartending and Catering: 479060_300755163391365_2010094971_o
FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/Smiles-Bartending-Catering-279983772135171/home
 
We are two sister’s  that enjoy serving other’s. We went to American Bartending School to learn the art of mixology. Coming from a home where cooking and the art of food was very important  Our father a Chef  of 30 years, that graduated from Culinary Arts school, showed us how to cook and how to make food look pretty. Our mother that went to a baking school herself had her own baking company and showed us how to bake to perfection. We started cooking at holidays events, with the praise from older family member we know that we 482415_279985072135041_40526518_n had something great to offer. We took are bartending license and food handler  certificate and started providing buffet style catering. From BBQ’s TO  WEDDING’S we do it all!!
http://www.smilesbartendingandcatering.com/
 

Merchant Profile: Goodway Bakery will be at the Go Africa Harlem 2016 Street Festival on 7/16/2016

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  • We are happy to Welcome Goodway Bakery to the street Festival on 7/16/2016

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Visit www.GoAfricaHarlem.org or more information.  the Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 7/16/2016 from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves. please register athttp://goafricaharlem.org/events/general-attendee-sign-up-for-go-africa-harlem-2016-street-festival-on-july-16th-2016/  or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001.

  • Our items are baked fresh to order and shipped within 72 hours.
  • Company Overview :At Goodway Bakery, we’ve been baking for nearly 40 years. We offer the best in artisan baked products. Our items are all natural and made from scratch each day. We add no preservatives or artificial flavors. Instead, your discerning taste buds will savor the flavor of pure Madagascar bourbon vanilla, grade A butter (not the flavoring!), real Bacardi Rum and unbleached flour. 1231291_597519510300465_170025113_n
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    When you purchase one of our delicious, made-from-scratch products, your contribution helps us to educate students. Our baked goods are made fresh daily and contain no added preservatives or artificial ingredients. Taste the difference! We cater to high class taste buds!
    Redemption Christian Academy is truly more than a school! We believe that one student’s education can positively affect a family; the one family can positively affect a neighborhood; one neighborhood can positively affect a community; one community can change a society. If we all did a little, then we can do a lot together. RCA is a stepping stone for each student’s future success.www.redemptionchristianacademy.org
    Goodway Bakery – Since 1979, Goodway Bakery has been the catalyst in the success of RCA. Working hand in hand RCA and Goodway Bakery allow every student not only an opportunity to invest in their own educational process, but also the realization of the personal sacrifice it takes to be successful. Through RCA’s Career Development program at Goodway Bakery, students have the opportunity to excel in practical skills such as food preparation, baking technology, packaging, culinary arts, and sales and marketing. When you purchase something from Goodway Bakery, you are making an investment in the education of our youth. 537903_476496082402809_376015845_n
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We are proud to announce the support of New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo's Support for the Go Africa Harlem 2016 Street Festival on 7/16/2016

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We are proud again to have received New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Support for the Street festival on 7/16/2016.  10897904_899840180047196_1632272917985910354_n
Visit www.GoAfricaHarlem.org or more information.  the Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 7/16/2016 from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves. please register athttp://goafricaharlem.org/events/general-attendee-sign-up-for-go-africa-harlem-2016-street-festival-on-july-16th-2016/  or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001.
Dear Friends:
 
It is a pleasure to send greetings to everyone gathered for the second annual Go Africa Harlem Street Festival, celebrating the history, legacy, and significance of African culture throughout the vibrant Harlem community.
 
This event provides many reasons to take pride in everything that Harlem represents -its people, businesses, institutions, and cultural resources. As a one block area of I 16th Street comes alive with the sights, sounds, and tastes of a classic street festival, all residents look forward to
the opportunity to experience the best of your community in a display of goods and services by local merchants, inspired by the African culture that is a foundation of Harlem life.
 
Further highlighted by the presentation of traditional African dance, music, and art, this street festival will help make local life an even richer blend of cultural and social activities, along with economic opportunities. The welcoming presence of many dignitaries, sponsors, and supporters invites the whole community to come together in spirit and shared pride. I applaud
Go Africa Network Inc. for once again bringing this event into the heart of Harlem, adding positively to the dynamics of summer life for its people.
 
Warmest regards and best wishes for a successful and grand street festival.
NYS Andrew M. Cuomo 7-14-2016

We are happy to announce the support of New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo's Support for the Go Africa Harlem 2016 Street Festival on 7/16/2016

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We are proud again to have received New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Support for the Street festival on 7/16/2016.  10897904_899840180047196_1632272917985910354_n
Visit www.GoAfricaHarlem.org or more information.  the Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 7/16/2016 from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves. please register athttp://goafricaharlem.org/events/general-attendee-sign-up-for-go-africa-harlem-2016-street-festival-on-july-16th-2016/  or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001.
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Dear Friends:
It is a pleasure to send greetings to everyone gathered for the second annual Go Africa Harlem Street Festival, celebrating the history, legacy, and significance of African culture throughout the vibrant Harlem community.
This event provides many reasons to take pride in everything that Harlem represents -its people, businesses, institutions, and cultural resources. As a one block area of I 16th Street comes alive with the sights, sounds, and tastes of a classic street festival, all residents look forward to
the opportunity to experience the best of your community in a display of goods and services by local merchants, inspired by the African culture that is a foundation of Harlem life.
Further highlighted by the presentation of traditional African dance, music, and art, this street festival will help make local life an even richer blend of cultural and social activities, along with economic opportunities. The welcoming presence of many dignitaries, sponsors, and supporters invites the whole community to come together in spirit and shared pride. I applaud
Go Africa Network Inc. for once again bringing this event into the heart of Harlem, adding positively to the dynamics of summer life for its people.

Profile: U.S. Congressman Charles B. Rangel will be attending the Go Africa Harlem 2016 Street Festival on 7/16/2016

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We are pleased to announce that U.S. Congressman Charles B. Rangel will be attending the street festival and will also be receiving a special award for his lifetime of service to the community. 13307487_10154868760944056_8681590022715465282_n
Visit www.GoAfricaHarlem.org or more information.  the Go Africa Harlem Street Festival will take place on 7/16/2016 from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves. please register athttp://goafricaharlem.org/events/general-attendee-sign-up-for-go-africa-harlem-2016-street-festival-on-july-16th-2016/  or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001.
About U.S. Congressman Charles B. Rangel: Charles B. Rangel, war hero, history-making congressman, master lawmaker. A founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus, he made history as the first African American member of Congress to lead the powerful Ways and Means Committee. Now serving his 23rd term in the House of Representatives, he has been cited as the most effective lawmaker in the House, leading all of his colleagues in passing legislation. He was a prime contributor to President Obama’s historic health care reform law.
Rangel
Growing up on the other side of the tracks on Lenox Avenue in Harlem, he was transformed from high school dropout to war hero after volunteering for service in the Army during the Korean War. Wounded in an attack by waves of Communist Chinese troops, he was awarded a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star for Valor after leading his surviving comrades from behind enemy lines.
With the aid of the G.I. Bill, he earned degrees from New York University and St. John’s University Law School.  He began his public service as an assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and was later elected to the New York State Assembly. He came to Washington in 1971 to serve in the House after defeating the legendary Congressman Adam Clayton Powell, Jr.
In Congress, following Saint Matthew’s teaching, he has been a stalwart champion for the “least among us,” advocating powerfully and persistently to improve the lives of working people.  He is a defender of veterans and has treated education as a national security issue.
A leading advocate for equal rights and equal opportunity, Congressman Rangel has boosted the incomes of millions of working families with the Earned Income Tax Credit, and pumped billions of dollars into revitalization of communities across the nation, including Harlem. Demonstrating his commitment to education, he has created financial mechanisms to construct and rehabilitate public schools across the country.
Congressman Rangel’s unparalleled foreign policy record has focused on Africa and the Caribbean.  In 1986, he sounded the death knell for apartheid in South Africa with the “Rangel Amendment,” which forced the largest U.S. investors to abandon the country.  He has created trading and investment opportunities for struggling nations in the Caribbean and Africa. In 2010, he successfully promoted vital investment incentives for earthquake ravaged Haiti.
Among his proudest achievements is founding the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program in the State Department, in cooperation with Howard University.  As of 2015, most of the 200 Rangel Fellows who completed the program were serving as U.S. State Department Foreign Service Officers in U.S. Embassies around the world. Congressman Rangel still resides with his wife Alma in Harlem where he was born. They have two adult children and three grandchildren.