Cosby Celebrates Ailey conceived, co-produced and written by former Ailey dancer and choreographer George Faison. The program, which was taped more than a year prior to airing, celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater; and features Ailey himself dancing in the opening section. Continue reading
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11/16/18 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Eric Emanuel Teams Up With New Era for Bright Neon Collection
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr
Eric Emanuel has teamed up with New Era to deliver a special collaboration. Geared to brighten up any room, the offering delivers apparel and caps in beaming neon colors. The hoodies, shorts and low-profile 59FIFTY caps sporting MLB logos from the New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers, Pittsburgh Pirates and Atlanta Braves. Continue reading
11/16/18 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez VIDEO GAME TRAILER: The Latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Trailer
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr
The highly anticipated release of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Nintendo recently released a new trailer highlighting the crossover fighting action everyone is looking forward to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate to release December 7,2018 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch. Continue reading
11/16/18 O&A NYC FOOD- CLASSIC THANKSGIVING SIDE DISHES: Scalloped Potato Gratin
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
3 bay leaves
2 sprigs fresh thyme, plus more to finish
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Unsalted butter
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for broiling
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2.In a saucepan, heat up the cream with the bay leaves, thyme, garlic, nutmeg and some salt and pepper.
3. While the cream is heating up, butter a casserole dish. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bay leaves and thyme. Pour the heated cream into a large bowl with the potato slices. Mix gently to coat the potatoes. Dust the Parmesan over the potatoes. Season the mix with a little bit of salt and pepper. Mix to gently incorporate. Spoon a little bit of the cream into the bottom of the casserole dish. Then spoon the potatoes in. Level out the potatoes for uniform cooking time. Pour the remaining cream at the bottom of the bowl over the top. Top with some Parmesan and fresh thyme leaves. Cover the dish with aluminum foil, but pull back one corner for the steam to escape. Bake for 40 minutes.
Recipe Courtesy Of Tyler Florence
11/16/18 O&A NYC SHORT FILM: NASIR – The Film
Nasir The Film short film is directed by Rohan Blair-Mangat, where he touched on social and economic issues ingrained, including racism and police brutality.Each track off NASIR received visuals, making the film just an extended music video.In addition to Nas himself, NASIR – The Film stars Slick Rick, Demarius Mack, among others. Continue reading
11/16/18 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: Stormy Weather- Featuring Katherine Dunham And Her Dance Troupe
Stormy Weather is a 1943 film musical produced and released by 20th Century Fox. The movie is considered one of the best Hollywood musicals with an all African-American cast and serve to showcase of some of the top African-American performers of the time. Continue reading
11/15/18 O&A NYC SPORTS: Jesse Owens at the Berlin Olympics in 1936
Jesse Owens stole Hilter’s glory and dispelled the Ayran master race propaganda at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Owens won 4 gold medals: 100 meters, 200 meters, long jump and 4 × 100 meter relay; his victories angered and embarrassed Hitler.
11/14/18 O&A NYC HUMP DAY COCKTAILS: Rosé Sangria Floats
Rosé Sangria Floats are fruity delicious fun! Easy to make and with lots of visual appeal these cocktails will be an instant hit. Continue reading
11/14/18 O&A NYC DANCE/HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Dance Of The Village Elders Present Santa’s Babies
Dance Of The Village Elders presents their annual Christmas Concert/fundraiser appropriated titled Santa’s Babies. The performance will take place on Saturday, December 1, 2018, 4pm at St. Philip’s Church located at 204 West 134 Street in the village of Harlem. The concert title is an homage to the indomitable spirit of the Village Elders; who have made Eartha Kitt’s Christmas classic, Santa Baby, into their signature holiday work. Continue reading
11/13/18 O&A NYC AUTOMOBILES: Best 10 Upcoming Supercars 2019 & 2020
If you have a few million laying around here are a few supercars to add to your holiday list. Continue reading