About Ray Marcano

Ray Marcano is a long-time, award winning journalist who has written and edited for some of the country's most prominent media brands. He's former national president of the Society of Professional Journalists, a two-time Pulitzer juror and a Fulbright Fellow.

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Cookout leftovers, 4th of July leftovers, Fourth of July leftovers, BBQ leftovers, cookout food, What to do with cookout leftovers, cookout leftover recipes, theGrio.com
July 5, 2024
If you have a fridge full of July 4th food, skip the microwave and remix your cookout leftovers into something…
4th of July, 4th of July history, 4th of July and Black Americans, 4th of July and African Americans, 4th of July protests, 4th of July resistance, Frederick Douglass, What to the Slave is the Fourth of July, theGrio.com
July 4, 2024
The 4th of July may be synonymous with cookouts and fireworks, but since its inception, Black Americans have marked the…
Turkey burgers, ground turkey, Are turkey burgers really healthier?, how to flavor turkey burgers, How to make juicy turkey burgers, cooking burgers, how to cook turkey burgers, Memorial Day, cookout food, grilled burgers, theGrio.com
May 26, 2024
Think you can’t give up beef this cookout season? If you’re trying to get into turkey burgers, it's best to…
Outdoor smokers, smoked meats, cookout season, charcoal smokers, pellet smokers, propane smokers, electric smokers, what type of outdoor smoker is best, how to smoke meat, theGrio.com
May 25, 2024
As we move into cookout season, now might be a great time to find what type of outdoor smoker works…
December 29, 2023
In Africa and the Caribbean, countries have their own unique ways of celebrating, with carnivals, traditional meals, and family gatherings.
December 26, 2023
Tomato soup contains only stock, while bisque adds cream and a thickening agent. The cream gives a rich, silky texture...
depression, theGrio.com
December 26, 2023
Seasonal affective disorder affects millions of people this time of year. Here are tips on how you can recognize and…
December 23, 2023
Being a vegetarian doesn't mean you have to be left out of an excellent holiday meal. These recipes will brighten…
Homemade mashed potatoes always taste better, but store-bought versions are good in a pinch.
December 23, 2023
Homemade foods are always better, but in a pinch, the store-bought variety will work just fine, especially when you're rushed…
December 22, 2023
Most people hate to cook, and it's especially stressful over the holidays. Here are some ways to avoid the anxiety.
December 22, 2023
Within the African diaspora, Christmas meals highlight culture, as jollof rice, djondjon, and pernil—a succulent roast pork dish—grace tables.
November 23, 2023
There are a number of flavors you can add to mashed potatoes, like dill, tarragon, or other herbs, but not…
November 18, 2023
Those Thanksgiving leftovers can be transformed into dishes that will impress It’s the day after Thanksgiving, and you’ve got a…
October 25, 2023
The wealth gap shows no signs of significantly closing as long as it's harder for Black people to own a…
October 18, 2023
Black people hold critical views of the media, which they say stereotypes their community and covers it more negatively.
October 12, 2023
Beef chili. Turkey chili. Chicken chili. Even vegetarian chili. All of these dishes make for an excellent meal.
October 9, 2023
To dip or sop your food is an age-old question that goes back to the beginning of time, when humans…
September 29, 2023
The Damian Lillard trade shook up the Milwaukee Bucks and the NBA since Lillard made clear he wanted to go…
September 26, 2023
A new Happy Birthday song that turns the traditional tune into an R&B and hop-hop event has taken the internet…
September 25, 2023
Bread pudding is a versatile dessert that's easy to make. These recipe do's and don'ts will help you make excellent…