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Camping is for White People…
Duane (Wayne) Lewis is a young adventurer from Detroit, Michigan. He is the founder of BIG CAMP—an organization dedicated to breaking down stereotypes of what campers look like. Big Camp creates opportunities for Black and Brown people to experience the positive impact of nature on their physical and spiritual health.
The Coffee People Zine Interview - Part Two
Part two of coffee people zine’s featured interview with David Paul, founder of the black-owned coffee brand, Bold and Gritty – touches on the importance of highlighting black male success, normalizing conversations related to mental health, and the future of Bold & Gritty Coffee.
Black-Owned Coffee Brand and a Local Café Making a Difference
When David Paul, a Black neurosurgery resident and the founder of Bold and Gritty, met Gavin Jenkins, the director of wholesale coffee purchasing at New City Café in Rochester, New York – they immediately connected over a shared interest in coffee and community development.
The Coffee People Zine Interview - Part One
Our Founder, David Paul was recently interviewed by Kat Melheim of Coffee People ZIne - a specialty coffee publication that focuses on highlighting diverse voices in the industry. In this interview they discuss the origins of Bold and Gritty, David’s relationship to Daniel Prude, and how coffee can be used as a vehicle to amplify the voices of underrepresented groups. This is part one of a two part series.
LIFE. PURPOSE. LEGACY.
“People who create a lasting legacy recognize their reason for doing what they do and live each day to fulfill their purpose.”—Bold & Gritty. So in honor of a few legendary men who have left an indelible impression on our society, we have created the Bold & Gritty Legacy Collection.
How to Make Chemex Pour Over Coffee
A Chemex Coffee maker is the brewing method of choice for enthusiasts looking to get the most out of their specialty coffee! And, if that isn’t enough, you will look awesome using it. The Chemex is a pop-culture icon - featured in the MOMA as one of the world’s best designed products! Here is our guide for the perfect cup!
The Bold and Gritty French Press Guide to Better Coffee
The French press offers you the easiest way to get the most out of your specialty coffee! With simplicity of style and a minimalist approach, it helps you brew a better cup of coffee that begs to be consumed with no cream or sugar added. Your taste buds will thank you for the rich, robust flavor of black coffee.
The story of every generation and every culture deserves to be told.
We highlight successful Black Men ages 18-40, who embody what it means to be Bold and Gritty. If you or someone you know embodies these core values and would like to use our platform to shine a light on #Blackmale excellence and encourage future Bold and Gritty men fill out an application here.