💨 Abstract

Black Restaurant Week, July 2025, spotlights minority-owned dining spots in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia until July 27. The campaign boosts brand awareness without taking profits. Participating businesses like FishScale offer specials, highlighting culinary creativity and promoting community support and economic empowerment of Black restaurateurs and chefs. Having begun nationwide a decade ago, the initiative has fostered sustainable growth and enhanced visibility for small, minority-owned restaurants.

Courtesy: Jessica Kronzer