Brainchild of LaDonna Redmond and Wil Seegars, Graffiti and Grub is a healthy, sustainable, local food experience for the hip hop generation, a community-based solution to the issue of food deserts. Bringing in a major chain grocery store isn’t enough to fix public health issues in communities lacking access to healthy food options. In addition to providing fresh choices to the community, Graffiti and Grub aims to serve as a community wellness center, providing wellness education, forums, and fun.
We are located at 5923 S. Wentworth in Chicago (alongside the Dan Ryan Expressway).
images, from our celebration of the “Death of the Food Desert”. June, 2009
drove by yesterday. i could not see anything from outside. is it a store or a restaurant? the images are not showing up on the site. thanks!
Hi, Maggie. We are a store, and are located on the southeast side of the intersection of 59th and wentworth (east of the dan ryan expressway). We are just south of the train tracks that cross over the street.
Best, Ayana
Hi – I am an urban planning student and doing a project that is looking at green industries, job training, economic development, and food deserts. Your store is a model and an inspiration! I was wondering if anyone had the time to talk with me more about how your store is operated.
Best, Thea