May 20, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Harlem’s beloved soul food restaurant Melba’s, famous for its chicken and waffles, is the inspiration behind a new Apple TV+ comedy series titled 'American Comfort.' Restaurateur Melba Wilson serves as an executive producer alongside Oprah Winfrey and Kenya Barris. The show, starring Oscar nominee Danielle Brooks, will explore themes of community, economic empowerment, and the unifying power of food. Wilson’s journey from working at her aunt Sylvia Woods’s legendary Sylvia’s to opening her own institution is at the heart of the series.
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