Some "modern" stories of Harlem !

Marcus Samuelson has had a very successful story. He born in Ethiopia and worked as a chef in Aquavit when he was 24. However 6 years later, the events of  9/11 made him rethink his professional life.  So he opened the Red Rooster, his own restaurant in Harlem. He was inspired by the culture of the African-American neighbourhood. Finally he became famous thanks to the TV show Top Chef which allowed him to be employed for President Obama's first state dinner.        

Kibonen is now world famous thanks to her brand. Firstly she arrived from Cameroon, then she emigrated to New York where she opened a clothing shop. Indeed she designs and sells her own clothes made with toghu, the traditional African fabric. A few years later ago he took part to famous fashion shows and she was chosen for Vogue's magazine cover. Many articles have been written about her since she opened her small store.