Latino-Owned Archives

Where to find Pan de Muerto in Seattle

Pan de Muerto season has arrived. This traditional Ã¢â‚¬Å“Bread of the DeadÃ¢â‚¬Â is baked in celebration of DÃƒÂa de Muertos, a time to honor loved ones whoÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve passed. ItÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s lightly sweet, often flavored with orange zest or anise, and usually topped with bone-shaped dough pieces symbolizing...

Latinx/Hispanic-Owned Brunch Spots in Seattle

Brunch, but make it *intentional*. WeÃ¢â‚¬â„¢re still in the midst of Hispanic Heritage Month (thru Oct. 15), but these breakfast & brunch spots hit allllll year long. Here are some of our favorite Latinx/Hispanic-owned spots around Seattle. Who did we miss? Ã°Å¸Â¥â€˜ La Chingona Taqueria (W Seattle) Ã¢â‚¬â€œ...

Business Spotlight: Un Bien

Seattle is full of local restaurants that bring unique flavors and community vibes to the city, and Un Bien is a standout. This Caribbean-inspired sandwich shop, run by brothers Julian and Lucas Lorenzo, serves bold, flavorful sandwiches that honor the tastes of the Caribbean while keeping the local community at heart. With three Seattle locations...

Queer + Latinx-Owned Business in Seattle

This oneÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s for the joyfully intersectional. Latinx. Queer. Creative. These incredible businesses are redefining what it means to serve up food, flavor, and fierce community love across the Seattle area. Ã°Å¸Å’Â½ Frelard Tamales & El SueÃƒÂ±ito Brewing (Fremont + Bellingham) Osbaldo and Dennis are the duo behind...

Business Spotlight: Cocoa Legato

If you love chocolate and music, Cocoa Legato in SeattleÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Greenwood neighborhood is a must-visit. Aaron Lindstrom, a lifelong musician and chocolate maker, has created a space where the two passions come together beautifully. Bean-to-bar chocolate crafted from scratch, vegan pastries, CafÃƒÂ© Vita coffee, and live music...

Latinx-Owned Bakeries in Seattle

What pairs better with your cafecito than something fresh from a bakery? This Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month, weÃ¢â‚¬â„¢re celebrating the bakers who infuse community into every bite: Ã¢Å“Â¨ Askatu Bakery (Belltown) Ã¢â‚¬â€œ allergen-free & vegan sweets by Estela Martinez Ã¢Å“Â¨ Cafecito Mexican Bakery...

Step inside CafÃƒÂ© Dulzura in Burien, and youÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ll feel like youÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ve been invited into Maria CidÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s home. With colorful art on the walls, mugs that transport you straight to Mexico, and the smell of tamales and fresh coffee in the air, itÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s more than just a cafÃƒÂ©,...

Latinx / Hispanic Heritage Month Artist Spotlight: Nathaly Lerma

In celebration of Latinx / Hispanic Heritage Month, we honored to feature original artwork by our guest artist, Nathaly Lerma of Flor de Cactus Studio. Nathaly's work reflects a deep connection to memory, heritage, and tradition, weaving together personal and collective histories through the...