In a world full of fast food, there's nothing like a slow-cooked homestyle meal prepared from the heart. The term soul food is derived from African American culture and has its roots in the South.

There's a reason it's called it soul food. The freshness of the ingredients, the hefty plate and the tender care of Southern-style cooking almost too closely mirrors the authenticity of the human soul ...

North Carolina is home to one of the nation’s top soul food restaurants — and it may “keep you coming back for more,” a new ...

Mapping Illinois comfort food in 2026? I share soul food spots serving fried chicken, catfish, mac and cheese, and desserts worth the drive.