With its expanded focus on education wellness, we ask event VP Jackie Williams + master mixologist Lynnette Marrero what drinks industry pros can expect at BAR CONVENT BROOKLYN this year.

Nigerian Chef Tayo Ola of the bi-coastal Ebi-Ayo Supper Club is the culinary inspiration for Albany-based Nigerian fashion designer, Mo Rabiu. Chef Tayo brought his supper club from L.A. to NYC and he talks with The Dishing about growing up in America through food and sharing culinary identities through seats at his table.