2/1/18 O&A NYC FOOD- SUPER BOWL WING WEEK: Rita Rubino’s X(tra) Super Wings- Spicy Hot Jamaican Jerk Wings

By Rita Rubino
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These Spicy Hot Jamaican Jerk Wings chime in with a twist on a Super Bowl Party favorite. are sure to become a game day classic. Continue reading

1/31/17 O&A NYC FOOD- SUPER BOWL WING WEEK: Oven-Baked Strawberry-Chipotle Wings With Avocado-Blue Cheese Dip

Oven-Baked Strawberry-Chipotle Wings With Avocado-Blue Cheese Dip may sound a little exotic. Just try this tangy-but-sweet sauce made with strawberries, chipotles, and balsamic vinegar and you will be pleasantly surprised. As if that’s not flavorful enough, serve the wings with a creamy blend of avocado, blue cheese, and sour cream.
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1/30/17 O&A NYC MOST MEMORABLE SUPERBOWL HALFTIME SHOWS: Nipplegate-Janet Jackson And Justin Timberlake

Janet Jackson set off a 2004 Super Bowl firestorm when her right breast was bared during her nationally televised  halftime show.  The incident became known as Nipplegate and had a severe effect on Jackson while her partner Justin Timberlake tried to distance himself from the “wardrobe malfunction” .  Continue reading

1/26/17 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: The Last Air Jordan 2 x Don C

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

Jordan Brand and Don C will create one more final installment of the Air Jordan 2 x Don C series in 2017. Featuring a Pink Salmon colorway, the Air Jordan 2 x Don C will offer a leather quilted and suede upper in a pink tone.  Continue reading

1/25/17 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Air Jordan 12 OVO “Black”

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

Air Jordan 12 OVO Black will finally release on February 18 at select retailers during NBA All-Star Weekend. The shoe will retail for $225. This luxurious black pair will be a must-have upon release.  Continue reading

1/8/17 O&A NYC (REPOST WITH NEW INTRODUCTION): Gospel Artist Makes Medical Discovery

By Walter Rutledge

Once again a Bible Bigot, this time Kim Burrell, has misused scripture to preach hate and exclusion. The article below originally appeared in Harlem World Magazine in the summer of 2010 shortly after the Deitrick Haddon/Tonex twitter scandal broke. For years the gospel industry had made subtle references and caddy “humorous” comments  about Tonex’s flamboyant gospel stage show. But there was nothing subtle about their reaction when Tonex decided to live in his own truth. Continue reading

1/7/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Nai-Ke Air Force 1 “Jade”

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

Nike Sportswear celebrates Chinese New Year with two distinct styles of the Nike Air Force 1 that tie in Jade stone elements. Jade is a one-of-a-kind stone with a signature green hue that traditionally signifies the 35th Anniversary of marriage. It also represents power and wealth, with the stone itself being a symbol of status. 2017 is, of course, the 35th Anniversary of the birth of the Nike Air Force 1, so the reference to the green stone seems only natural. Continue reading

11/26/16 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY- AUTOMOBILE: 2017 Cadillac ATS-V (Manual)

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Cadillac’s ATS product line contains key refinements for 2017, including new and more streamlined trim levels that further emphasize the car’s class-leading driving dynamics. The 2017 Cadillac ATS Turbo Sedan, the fastest, most powerful turbo-4 luxury sedan in its class, becomes the entry point to the ATS Sedan and Coupe family.  Continue reading