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By Jasmine Browley ·Updated July 7, 2022
Okra is often used as a binding agent in stews and soups, making the meal more substantial and satisfying. Over time, the vegetable has become a staple in soul food items not only because of its practicality but also for its sustenance.
This is a meaningful metaphor that entrepreneurial couple Anthony and Janique Edwards used to power EatOkra, their mobile directory for Black-owned stores
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