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20 Black-Owned New Orleans Restaurants to Support During Essence Fest and Beyond

  • The summer event in New Orleans celebrating Black culture features a spotlight on Black-owned coffee shops along with support for more than 175 local restaurants.
  • The festival originated in 1995 by Essence Magazine and benefits from Coca-Cola’s 30-year sponsorship to bring cultural experiences nationwide.
  • Featured Black-owned coffee shops include Baldwin & Co., a bookstore café fostering intellectual engagement, and St. Noir, a community-centered café in the Upper 9th Ward.
  • Coca-Cola reported that the 2024 Essence Festival generated $346.3 million locally, created 2,642 jobs, and sponsors dynamic activations celebrating Black excellence.
  • The festival strengthens Black entrepreneurship and culture by offering spaces for social connection and generating significant economic impact in New Orleans.
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106.7 WTLC broke the news in on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
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