She Did That. & MadameNoire Collab On Black Culinary Event
She Did That. And MadameNoire Present: Queens Of The Food & Beverage Scene—A Celebration Of Black Women Culinary Entrepreneurs

She Did That., the premier platform dedicated to amplifying Black women-owned businesses, is joining forces with MadameNoire to present Queens of the Food & Beverage Scene, a vibrant celebration spotlighting founders in the culinary and beverage industries. The event will take place on Sunday, April 6, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Shell’s Loft in Brooklyn, offering a unique opportunity to explore the flavors and stories of some of New York City’s most dynamic Black women-owned food and beverage brands.
As part of this impactful partnership, She Did That.‘s founder, Renae Bluitt, will take audiences behind the scenes with the Queens of the Food & Beverage Scene editorial series exclusively on MadameNoire.com. The content will showcase Renae’s visits to three NYC-based restaurants, providing an intimate look into the entrepreneurial journeys of inspiring founders who will also have vendors at the event.
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“We are thrilled to collaborate with MadameNoire to celebrate Black women making their mark in the food and beverage space,” says Bluitt, She Did That. founder. “These women are not only feeding our communities but also breaking barriers and building legacies—and that’s something we are honored to shine a light on.”
Attendees can expect a curated dining experience featuring delicious bites and handcrafted beverages, while connecting with the women shaping the future of the culinary industry.
“MadameNoire is proud to partner with She Did That. for this year’s Queens of the Food & Beverage Scene event. Renae’s vision for spotlighting Black restaurants and food artisans is a powerful celebration of culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship,” said Allison McGevna, SVP Content, iONE Digital. “Black food makers are not only shaping the culinary landscape but also preserving traditions and building legacies. This event is more than a gathering—it’s a tribute to their impact, and we’re excited to bring the community together to honor and support them,”
Tickets for Queens of the Food & Beverage Scene are available at shedidthatqueens.eventbrite.com. Follow @shedidthat.co_ and @madamenoire for event updates and founder spotlights.
About She Did That.:
She Did That. is a leading media and events platform dedicated to celebrating and empowering Black women entrepreneurs. Through compelling storytelling, curated experiences, and strategic brand partnerships, She Did That. amplifies the voices of women who are redefining success on their own terms. From thought-provoking documentaries to immersive networking events, the brand provides resources, visibility, and community for founders at every stage of their journey.
About iONE Digital:
iONE Digital (formerly known as Interactive One) is the leading digital platform to reach and authentically connect with Multicultural, Gen-Z, and Millennial audiences at scale through innovative storytelling and experiences.
iONE Digital is powered by the mission to represent Black truth and serves as a trusted voice, platform of influence, and power source for the culture. iONE owns and operates a number of brands, including HipHopWired (Hip-Hop & Tech), GlobalGrind (Gen-Z, Millennials), HelloBeautiful (Fashion & Beauty) MadameNoire (Women’s Lifestyle), Elev8 (Spirituality & Wellness), The Fumble (Sports), NewsOne (News & Politics), Bossip (Entertainment News), and CassiusLife (Men’s Lifestyle), as well as social networking site BlackPlanet, One Stream (an audio streaming platform), Urban One CTV, and more than 70 local radio and nationally syndicated radio show websites.
iONE Digital launched in 2008 and is solely owned by Urban One, Inc., formerly known as Radio One, Inc. [NASDAQ: UONE and UONEK], urban1.com, the largest African-American owned and operated multi-media company.
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