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Business Spotlight: rōjō Juice

At the bustling heart of Seattle's Pike Place Market, a newly re-opened small business is making a big impact, one cold-pressed juice at a time. Meet Ro, the owner and founder of rōjō Juice, an organic juice bar dedicated to serving the highest quality, handcrafted juices. But rōjō Juice is more than just a place to grab a quick drink – it's a...

Business Spotlight: Coven Salon

Nestled in Seattle's Madison Valley, Coven Salon is a haven, celebrating individuality and natural beauty. Owner and stylist Alexis Robinson has built this enchanting space to heal the traumas often inflicted upon those curly hair and to make everyone feel welcome. With a team of meticulously trained, versatile stylists and a passion for curl...

Business Spotlight: Math ‘n’ Stuff

In an era of ever-changing educational trends and a boom in board games and puzzles, Math 'n' Stuff has remained a steadfast resource for families and educators. Since 1993, this Maple Leaf store has curated a unique selection of math resources, brain teasers, and engaging games that make...

Matcha Magic: From Boeing to Business Owner

Matcha Magic owner, Rachel Barnecut Rachel Barnecut opened Matcha Magic in 2022 as the first “plant-forward” matcha bar in Bellevue. Rachel worked a 9 to 5 job for 9 years and didn’t always know that she wanted to open her own cafe. With her family and fiancé’s support, Rachel took on the challenge to create something for herself and her...

Corner 17: From the fields of rural China to a beloved Chinese restaurant in St. Louis

Xin Wei's parents making dumplings at Corner 17. (Photo: Corner 17) When it comes to Corner 17, family is everything. The St. Louis Chinese restaurant is shaped by owner Xin Wei’s family and his experiences growing up in China. When Xin opened the doors to his restaurant in 2013 he invited in...

Simply Soulful: Bringing a family soul food tradition to a new Central District location

One pie made from six ingredients has turned into so much more for the mother and daughter duo behind Simply Soulful. When Lillian Rambus and her mother Barbara Collins started selling pies in 2011, they both worked full time and only sold pies at a farmer’s market on the...

Taqueria Cantina: Building Paradise One Taco at a Time

Inspiration can strike from anywhere. For Taqueria Cantina co-owner Daniel Ceballos, the inspiration to open a restaurant struck when he was 8 years old watching a telenovela. In the telenovela, there was a restaurant named El Paraiso — the paradise. As he watched the show, he saw how...

How Small Businesses are Recovering and What you can do to Help

How are small businesses recovering as the pandemic continues to create a more uncertain future? COVID-19 has dramatically changed the small business landscape. The number of small businesses in Washington decreased by a staggering 45% from January 2020 to June 2021. For local...

Sassafras: Stewarding Slow Fashion and Connecting the Belltown Community

Picture this: it’s the week of Christmas in 2012, and an eager store owner has opened a beautiful boutique in Belltown. In a pinch, she realized she doesn’t have a display table. Her dining table from home would have to do. Spoiler: The holiday season at the shop kicked off...