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Maya's Cookies launches 2023 collection honoring contributions of Black women and more Black History Month stories By Emily Scarvie   Photo by(Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images) Black History Month is an annual celebration that occurs every February and recognizes the achievements of African Americans and their central role in U.S. history. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated February as Black History Month. Other countries, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also designate a month to celebrating Black history. The story of Black History Month begins in 1915, half a century after slavery was abolished in the U.S. with the Thirteenth Amendment....

One of the most romantic days of the year is upon us. From deliveries of long-stemmed roses, cards expressing all of our deepest feelings and long gazes over romantic dinners out at our favorite local restaurants, Valentine’s Day is one we are all so familiar with. A part of our childhood from when our parents sent us to school with Valentine’s Day cards adorned with our favorite tv characters and the names of everyone in our class, we all know February 14th. So while February 14th is deemed a day to pack on the love for our partners… What about...

From specialty vegan cookies to sweet Southern favorites, these Black-owned vegan bakeries across the US keep hungry patrons coming back for more.  by JOCELYN MARTINEZ FEBRUARY 1, 2023 Vegan cookies, cupcakes, and cannolis, oh my! Is there anything better than biting into fluffy vegan doughnuts? Or dunking a gooey chocolate chip cookie into your morning Joe? If you’re anything like us, the answer is no. The next time your sweet tooth comes calling, stop by any of these 16 Black-owned vegan bakeries for a treat you’ll keep dreaming of long after your last bite.  The Buy Black movement   Frequenting local Black-owned...

  Enjoy this tasty tribute to Black and female excellence. This Black History Month, Maya’s Cookies is unveiling a special collection of three cookies inspired by the legacy of Black women in the arts. From champagne to smoked peach jam to red velvet marbled cookies, this range includes a variety of flavors and will be sold both online (beginning today, January 24) and in-store (beginning February 1).   Photo byMaya's Cookies   Hey there cookie lovers! Are you ready for the most delicious and meaningful treat of the year? Check out Maya’s Cookies’ 2023 Black History Month Collection! This year,...