How barbecue and family feasts became a Juneteenth tradition (opens original article in a new tab)

The article explores how Juneteenth traditions in Texas, particularly at Comanche Crossing, involve family feasts and barbecue as symbols of freedom and cultural resistance, while also acknowledging a tragic event that impacted the site's history.

• Juneteenth celebrations in Texas include traditional foods like barbecue and family feasts
• Comanche Crossing was a historic site for Black Texans to celebrate freedom with festivals and food
• The article discusses how Juneteenth traditions reflect Black cultural resistance and freedom through food
• A tragic 1981 incident affected Juneteenth celebrations at Comanche Crossing