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Ludacris Opens Chicken & Beer Restaurant At LAX

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Ludacris celebrated the grand opening of his second Chicken + Beer restaurant location on Wednesday at the LAX airport. He posted a picture of his restaurant workforce gathered together under the Chicken + Beer logo. Located in Terminal 3 at the giant Los Angeles airport, it serves way more than just chicken and beer. Commenters on Instagram were raving about other food items, such as the “Grown Folk Mimosa” and high-quality shrimp and grits.

“ITS OFFICIAL!!!!! CHICKEN & BEER LAX IS NOW OPEN! …LOS ANGELES, [LET’S] GO!!!” Ludacris shouted from his Insta caption. The first Chicken + Beer location is Gate D5 at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. That first restaurant launched in 2016, making this second location a whole seven years in the making. The name of the restaurant is an homage to Luda’s 2003 studio album Chicken-n-Beer. The official Chicken + Beer website claims to serve “all the flavors of Southern soul food.” This includes fresh-made waffles, mac and cheese that’s “better than your mama’s,” and crispy fried chicken.

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Ludacris Is A King Of All Trades

Ludacris has had his hands in multiple industries for quite some time. While he got his start in music — and still performs to this day — he is now better known as an actor. He plays a pivotal role in the Fast & Furious franchise. Owning a couple of restaurants is par for the course for the talented multi-hyphenate. And it all reflects in his massive net worth. He also got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame back in May, making him one of only a few rappers to achieve the feat. During the Walk of Fame ceremony, Ludacris choked up when his daughter, Karma, went up to say a few words about her dad.

When he got up to the stage, he talked about crushing expectations and doing everything he sets his mind to. “No matter what people say I can’t do,” Luda said, “I will continue to shatter those stereotypes and show people it’s possible in order to make everyone who got me here proud. Because you all inspire my hard work and dedication to receive this star today. I’m motivated by legacy and history.” His legacy now includes a second Chicken + Beer restaurant location.

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Beyonce Saves North London Restaurant With 10k Donation

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As part of her Renaissance World Tour, Beyonce pledged to donate $1 million to various businesses and yesterday she made her most recent donation. According to the Jasmine Brand, the donation went to a Nigerian restaurant in North London which was struggling to pay rising energy costs. The restaurant, Chuku’s, opener in 2020 and struggled through the pandemic like many others. Despite managing to stay open it had clearly been a struggle for the eatery. Though they survived, mounting bills left the future of the establishment in question until Beyonce herself stepped in. Not only did they get the massive donation, but also the level of exposure that comes with it.

Beyonce made a stop on her tour in Paris on Tuesday alongside husband Jay-Z. The pair were in attendance for the debut of Pharrell’s first collection as head of Menswear at Louis Vuitton. On top of the attention she got for her flashy outfit, Bey was also going viral for a different video. A cute clip of her and fellow Destiny’s Child alum Kelly Rowland dancing perfectly in sync has gone viral in the wake of the event.

Beyonce Makes A Massive Donation

Beyonce has had a relatively quite 2023 so far musically. While she has released two songs, both of which are just remixes of tracks from her Renaissance album last year. Back in February, she released a “Wetter” version of a fan-favorite track from the album “CUFF IT.” Last month, she dropped a more substantial new remix of “AMERICA HAS A PROBLEM” which featured a new verse from Kendrick Lamar. While rumors have circulated about a potential Renaissance Deluxe edition, so far nothing has materialized.

Over the weekend Beyonce played a dazzling stop on her Renaissance tour which coincided with Juneteenth. To celebrate the holiday she wore outfits made exclusively by black designers for the entire night. The only problem fans took with the move was they Bey failed to tag the designers in her post about the undertaking. What do you think of Beyonce stepping in and saving a restaurant with her donation? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Drake Visits Bun B At His Trill Burgers Restaurant In Houston

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Bun B’s legendary status in the game just got a new representative in addition to his incredible discography: the best burger you’ll ever have. Moreover, that’s how the Houston legend promotes his restaurant Trill Burgers in the city, which has seen a whole lot of success. Most recently, the location welcomed a distinguished guest who calls the 50-year-old MC his mentor and brother. Drake pulled up to the burger joint and affirmed that it was, indeed, a fantastic meal, even taking the time to post about it on his Instagram Story for his followers to know about it and go if they’re in the Houston area.

Of course, this isn’t the first time that a current rap giant has shouted out the shoulders that they stand on’s restaurant. For example, a clip went viral earlier in the year of Bun B chopping it up with Tyler, The Creator and giving him the Trill Burgers experience. Not only was it quite the surreal link-up for hip-hop fans, but the Hawthorne, California native also agreed that it was a great burger. If you didn’t already know about Trill Burgers, at least now you have a spot to hit up if you’re in Houston.

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Drake Bun B Trill Burgers Restaurant Houston
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Furthermore, Drake and Bun B go way back, sharing a couple of collaborations and having a lot of respect for each other since the 6 God’s career began, with Bun being one of his earliest advocates. In fact, the UGK pioneer labeled the Canadian superstar a top ten artist in the game back in 2019. “In terms of lyricism?” he asked Billboard while speaking on So Far Gone‘s 10-year anniversary. “Impact, delivery- a lot of people who are in the top 10 had ghostwriters as well. I want to say he’s top 10. There will be very few artists who will ever be as impactful as Drake is. Game-changing. Someone that literally has consistently increased, and there hasn’t been a decline in music from him yet. The music keeps getting better, and it’s always ahead of the curve.”

“He may jump on the remix of a hot record, but he’s not trying to do musically what everyone else is doing,” he continued. “It’s always a different approach, but then he can also come back and do something and incorporate the New Orleans sound and not seem like he’s being a cultural appropriator. He can incorporate some Houston elements without being a cultural appropriator. It’s a beautiful way of being an artist and a fan, and being able to express both of those.” For more news and the latest updates on Drake and Bun B, log back into HNHH.

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Moneybagg Yo Seemingly Responds To Pricey Steak At Restaurant

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A lot of people debated whether $135 dollars is an adequate price for a 40 oz. Tomahawk steak at Moneybagg Yo’s newly opened restaurant, Cache 42. However, it seems like the Memphis MC chimed in on the debate via an Instagram post. “Pay What You Weigh Love,” he wrote as the caption of a picture of himself. While it’s just an unassuming picture and caption, the context surrounding the worth of payment certainly makes it hard to not make the connection. On one hand, many people lamented the steep price for a cut of meat with no sides. On the other, some argued that such a hunk of beef could feed four people with ease.

Regardless, this controversy will likely just add more notoriety and attention to Cache 42, which opened in early April. Of course, the fact that a Tomahawk is on the menu at all should suggest that it’ll hit your pockets a bit deeper than other places. Still, this is a young business with not even two weeks of experience as of writing this article. As such, only time will tell how it continues to build, adapt, and bring its culinary treats to patrons of ranging financial situations.

Moneybagg Yo Apparently Responds To Overpriced Steak Debate At Cache 42

Unfortunately for the “Wokescha” rapper, this isn’t the only controversy that hit Cache 42. Shortly after opening, Moneybagg Yo got into a social media spat with his alleged baby mama Poison Ivy concerning a fake Facebook page of the restaurant. Moreover, Ivy shared a post that talked down on Yo’s relationship with Ari Fletcher, simultaneously dissing and praising her and Ivy. Then, the 31-year-old called cap on Facebook and asked fans to report the page.

“If Y’all Love Me Report This Fake Capp A** S**t!!” he wrote. “It’s Some Weird Ppl In this World Just Be Wanting To Go Viral For Wateva S**t Sad Bra REPORT THIS PAGE CACHE 42 DONT HAVE A REAL FB PAGE YET!” Of course, Moneybagg and Ari’s relationship apparently grew rocky recently, but it seems like this was a step too far. Regardless, let us know what you think of the $135 steak debate and the Bread Gang artist’s response down below. Also, log back into HNHH for the latest news and updates on Moneybagg Yo.

MoneyBagg Yo’s Menu Prices At New Restaurant Divide Fans

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The prices for items at MoneyBagg Yo’s new restaurant, Cach’e 42 Kitchen and Cocktails, are dividing fans on social media. The rapper opened the venue in his hometown of Memphis at the end of March. Controversially, the 40oz Tomahawk Steak runs patrons $135 and comes with no sides.

“MoneyBagg Yo restaurante so man high!! Do he not remember when he was starving in them apartments?? BFFR [two cry laughing emojis],” one person wrote, as noted by Neighborhood Talk. Another argued that if the steak is high enough quality, then it’s worth the price. “The price ain’t the issue,” they wrote. “It’s what quality of food imma get for that price cause ion trust moneybagg to cook me a $135 steak.” One more joked, “Moneybagg want $100 for a steak, I’ll pay that and he better come out and rap.”

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JULY 16: Rapper Moneybagg Yo performs onstage during 2022 Hot 107.9 Birthday Bash at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium at Georgia State University on July 16, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

As for the quality of the steak, one fan argued that tomahawk steaks are generally more expensive. “idk why y’all are complaining about @MoneyBaggYo prices for steak at his restaurant. he’s selling 40 oz tomahawk steak,” they wrote. “and y’all know y’all are gonna hop on the bandwagon and wanna be going to his restaurant and bragging like y’all have money for the same steak.”

Another user on Twitter wants MoneyBagg Yo to bring his restaurant to more cities. “Bagg bring your restaurant #Cache42 to DC and I guarantee you mfers gon walk in that bitch & blow a bag. One thing about us we love restaurants with good food and a good vibe. Open a 2nd location here. Then it’s black owned so I know y’all seasoning the food right.”

After the grand opening, the restaurant’s Instagram page posted, “Memphis, thank you all so much for coming out to support our grand opening! “We are officially open to provide an elevated dining experience at @cache42memphis by @moneybaggyo! & yes, we are kid friendly!” The aforementioned $135 steak is described on the menu as being the “highest quality proteins grilled up to perfection.”

Fans’ Debate MoneyBagg Yo’s Restaurant Prices

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Post Malone Gives Raising Cane’s Restaurant A “Posty Way” Makeover

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Post Malone is a mastermind in the studio, but the crooner also lends his creativity to a variety of endeavors. In 2018, he partnered with Cros for a limited edition clog. His merch store has also been praised for its quality shirts, hoodies, and other memorabilia. Now, the “White Iverson” singer is taking his talents to Raising Cane’s. 

Per TMZ, when Malone moved into his Utah home just outside Salt Lake City, he asked a friend and Cane’s founder Todd Graves for a location nearby. Now, years later, Graves has made this a reality. The 27-year-old offered to design the entire building. Customers will feel Malone’s eccentric touch in the dining room, the exterior, the landscaping, and even the bathrooms. The building is wrapped entirely in pink with a tall brushed stainless steel “1” tower in front. Malone developed each restroom to mimic a medieval castle. Additionally, he customized a classic 1974 Ford F250 as a permanent statute for the front of the building. 

Post Malone Has Always Supported Raising Cane’s

That highly praised merch from his website will also have a presence inside the Canes. A pink vending machine fully stocked with Post Malone t-shirts, cups, socks, and more will be functional. As if the new restaurant couldn’t be more of a tourist attraction, a meal created by the Grammy nominee will also be on the menu. Canes will introduce its Caniac Box, the “Posty Way.” As an avid orderer of this box, Malone has added his spin. Patrons will now get four chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, two Cane’s sauces, two slices of Texas toast, extra salt and pepper packets, and an unsweet tea/lemonade mix. For a limited time, all “Posty Way” orders will come with a decal sticker and collector’s cup.

Malone has kept a relatively low profile since last year. In June 2022, his team accused his label of delaying his album. Once “Twelve Carat Toothache” dropped that same month, they were still unsatisfied. Fans and those close to Malone claim Republic Records failed to promote the project properly. Given these circumstances, it’s great to see Malone still creating in some capacity. 

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Kodak Black Top Open A Restaurant In His Hometown

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2023 has already started off big for Kodak Black. On top of enrolling for college and the lingering success of his most recent release Kutthroat Bill: Vol 1, the 25-year-old rapper has just announced his newest venture. According to the Real Deal, Kodak has purchased property in his hometown of Pompano Beach, with plans to launch his own restaurant. The $1.8 million investment boasts two buildings, which will both be converted as Kodak’s first dive into real estate. While one will serve as an up-scale retail space and restaurant, the other’s use is still being finalized. This investment not only benefits Kodak’s own real estate future but also impacts the community that raised him.

Kodak’s recent accomplishments are followed with admirable praise, especially given his previous history with crime. Since he was a teenager, Kodak has faced troubles with the law, resulting in multiple arrests. In 2020, Kodak was arrested for the possession of firearms which resulted in up to 10 years in prison. However, in 2021 former President Donald Trump pardoned the conviction. Although Kodak has still faced run-ins with legal battles, he has taken steps to turn his life around. Just last year, the rapper paid rent for 28 families facing convictions. Kodak has also been known previously to contribute to philanthropic efforts, particularly to aid in low-income children’s education.

Kodak Dives Into Real Estate After Trump’s Pardon

As Kodak embarks on his new chapter of giving back to the community, he still use past as a criminal as inspiration in the music he creates. In Kutthroat Bill: Vol 1, the mumble rapper alludes to his inescapable roots in tracks like “Slay Like Santa,” “If You Ever,” and “Demand My Respect.” Kodak was also nominated for a Grammy this month for his contribution in Kendrick Lamar’s album Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers.

With real estate and higher education plans underway, it’s clear to see how Kodak’s setting up a more uplifting future. A future that not only impacts himself but also his children. Still, the Californian rapper hasn’t neglected his musical roots and has several concerts booked this year, including Rolling Loud. For the freshest news on Kodak’s upcoming ventures, be sure to check out HNHH.

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