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Starex Smith is an accomplished and experienced public administrator, fundraiser, foodie, and culinary business developer who has committed himself to maximizing the Black experience in the United States! He currently serves as Vice President of Strategy and Development for Black Tech Week with over twelve (12) years of experience in managing public/private partnerships, large scale events, and nonprofits. He has successfully raised over 20 million dollars in funding for various governmental entities, food companies, and individuals. Starex has assisted countless food industry businesses successfully obtain funding, taking mom and pop storefronts to scalable businesses. His success in working with restaurants sparked a passion for food and entrepreneurship which led to the launching of Sothern Bytes, a teaching platform food business dedicated to an ever evolving food industry with a focus on technology, culture and innovation. Having constantly run into stereotyping negatively affecting his dining and vacationing experiences, Starex decided to curate great destinations, restaurants, and discuss issues surrounding being a hungry Black man. Starex completed both his Bachelor’s and Master’s coursework in Public Administration at Florida International University where he served as president of the Black Student Union and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated, Lambda Tau Chapter

Lord, Make a Way for Charlotte’s Soul Food Scene

  Charlotte’s burgeoning culinary landscape is a subject I often ponder whilst engaged in deep meditation and introspection. I yearn to witness a fresh cohort of epicurean artisans gracing the Queen City with their gastronomic creations, deserving of its discerning…

This is Atlanta’s best new breakfast destination

Ladies and gentlemen, gather ’round as we embark on a culinary voyage that took us to the vibrant heart of Atlanta. Make sure you follow us, @thehungryblackman for more amazing Black owned eats in your city, and around the country. …

Could This Be Greensboro’s Premier Seafood Restaurant?

In the realm of culinary exploration, The Hungry Black Man Media (Follow us @thehungryblackman) hath traversed the culinary landscape of Greensboro, unveiling a vibrant tapestry of Black culinary mastery that rivals any in the state. Our gastronomic journey led us…

Atlanta’s Nana’s Chicken-N-Waffles Lives Up to The Hype

Once upon a crisp and misty morn, in the sprawling realm of Atlanta, a city both unfamiliar and vast to my traveler’s eye, I embarked upon a quest most epic: the search for culinary delights that would enrapture my senses…

This Eatery Has Greensboro’s Best Oxtails

In our quest for Black owned culinary gems, the Hungry Black Man Media team embarked on a gastronomic journey, spanning miles from our sunny Miami, Florida domicile to the picturesque Greensboro, North Carolina. What we stumbled upon was nothing short…

Rasheeda Frost’s New Atlanta Restaurant Gets Reviewed

Hungry Black Man Media, with over 7 years of Black-owned restaurant reviews nationwide, found Atlanta’s culinary scene improving, despite some tourist misconceptions. Celebrity-driven spaces often overshadow quality-focused eateries, so we set out to find the best amongst that class of…

Montgomery’s Most Trusted Soul Food Eatery

In the realm of soul food in Montgomery, Alabama, Simply Southern Café is the undisputed heavyweight champion, and a visit to this establishment is nothing short of a culinary pilgrimage. As I sauntered into this charming eatery, I couldn’t help…

Montgomery Smokehouse’s Ribs and Burgers Are Fire

Venturing down the picturesque roads of Montgomery, Alabama, I stumbled upon Chandler’s Smokehouse Grill, a hidden treasure tucked away at 3827 Norman Bridge Rd. Nestled in a modest setting, this smokehouse beckoned with promises of smoky delights and bold flavors,…

Montgomery’s Best Cupcakes Are Here

Montgomery, Alabama, a city that has certainly embraced the culinary arts, has been a delightful stop on my foodie journey. As I’ve explored the vibrant food scene here, one thing that has consistently impressed me is the wealth of Black-owned…

Montgomery’s Unlikely Gem: Discovering Exceptional Fried Chicken at a Buffet

Make sure you follow us on social @thehungryblackman and subscribe to this blog by inputting your email for Black owned deliciousness around the country! Contact us at [email protected]. In the vast landscape of culinary exploration, buffets have often been a realm…