In the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s, a group of Black women created restaurants that changed New York dining.

For B. Smith, her namesake restaurant was the culmination of her ambitious dream.

Barbara Smith stands in a kitchen, holding a tomato in one hand and a paring knife in the other. She wears a grey plaid shirt.

Alberta Wright nurtured a loving clientele at Jezebel.

A black and white photo of Alberta Wright standing among a group of people.

At Toukie’s, Toukie Smith welcomed those wanting to see and be seen.

Toukie Smith dressed in purple and wearing a purple hat.

And Pamela

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