A caribbean dish with shredded beef, served with rice and fried plantains. (Via Getty Images)
It’s Black History Month, and Black Granite Staters, including immigrants from the Caribbean and Africa, are a rich addition to the state’s culture and history. It’s time to celebrate Black heritage, and there’s no better way to experience and appreciate any culture than to show some love for its food!
With that in mind, here are five Black-owned eaters you must visit ASAP!
Run by well-known community member Gail Somers, Yahso, meaning “right here” in Jamaican Patois, has been serving authentic Jamaican food in the Monadnock region since 2019. A vegan-friendly restaurant, Yahso features island favorites such as grapefruit flavored Ting soda, Jamaican beef patties, and fried sweet plantains.
Located in the heart of New London, Grounds Cafe is a cozy cafe offering coffee, tea, and fresh-outta-the-oven baked goods. Those homemade baked goods—ranging from cinnamon buns, blueberry cream streudels, cinnamon chip scones, and chocolate croissants—come in gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan options.
Located in downtown Elm Street in Manchester, Hopknot is a casual taproom that emphasizes beer and pretzels—served with a variety of nearly 20 sauces to choose from. Also known for being an LGBTQ+ friendly space in the city, Hopknot regularly opens up its space for drag shows and Pride events.
Opened in March of 2018, Cup of Joe is a cozy coffee shop that sits in the heart of downtown Portsmouth. Serving a classic menu of caffeinated beverages like drip coffee, espresso-based drinks and Chai lattes, the cafe also offers a carefully designed selection of baked goods like croissants, assorted muffins and doughnuts, along with a breakfast and lunch menu.
Serving Haitian and Jamaican dishes, The Karibbean has a selective menu featuring classic dishes such as jerk chicken, macaroni and cheese, and fried plantains. It is always the perfect time to try its tropical smoothie—that is only $5! Vegan options are available here.
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