I teach English, and even if I didn’t, I challenge anyone to attempt to read Langston Hughes’ Harlem without it bringing about provocative questions. When an opportunity presents itself to combine food and poetry, I will not say “no”. It just ain’t gonna happen. Add cool art and undeniable energy, and you’ve got Busboys and Poets. …

Let’s face it. No matter how well we plan, there will always be something unexpected when traveling. But there are two things I can always count on: 1) I will be dehydrated regardless of how many times I fill up my Contigo and 2) I will be ravenous upon landing. I just can’t seem to…