Business Spotlight: Cafetal Quilombo Cafe

Meet Heriberto Magdaleno and Maria De Luna, the owners of Cafetal Quilombo Cafe in the Seattle Beacon Hill neighborhood. Heriberto Get to know more about Maria, Heriberto & Cafetal Quilombo Cafe in this week’s Business Spotlight Q&A. This interview has been edited for length and clarity.  What's your favorite part about the community...
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Business Spotlight: Komadre Kombucha

Meet Julie Davidson, the owner of Komadre Kombucha in Tacoma. Komadre Kombucha began as an at-home science project as Julie was searching for an alternative to soda. Sharing her sparkling concoction with her neighbors grew into a business and Julie opened her first retail location in 2021.  Get to know more about Julie and Komadre Kombucha in this...
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Latinx-owned Businesses in LA

#SpendLikeItMatters at these Latinx-owned businesses in LA and the greater Los Angeles area. Looking for a place to grab authentic Salvadorian food? Ever tried an Oaxacan mocha? Looking to pick up a plant that also gives back to the local Latinx community? This list has you covered. Check out these Latinx-owned Businesses in LA where you can eat,...
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Business Spotlight: Bahia in Motion and Balance Studio

Meet Aileen Panke & Daniel Nery dos Santos, the co-owners of Bahia in Motion in Fremont. Aileen and Daniel met in a dance class in Salvador, Bahia Brazil. They brought their commitment to a healthy body, mind, and spirit to Seattle and opened Bahia in Motion, teaching Brazilian dance and...
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Business Spotlight: Mendoza’s Mexican Mercado

Meet Sonia and Carlos Mendoza, the owners of Mendoza’s Mexican Mercado. Since 2011 the dynamic husband and wife duo who have been putting in long hours to help their market come to life. Today Mendoza’s is a favorite among many locals, and known for a delicious menu that changes every...
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Mendoza’s Mexican Mercado: More Than a Market

Mendoza's Mexican Mercado owner and chef, Sonia Mendoza Sonia and Carlos Mendoza have been operating Mendoza's Mexican Mercado on Aurora in Seattle's Green Lake neighborhood since 2011. Today, Mendoza’s is a favorite local destination known for its delicious traditional Mexican food and menu...
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Business Spotlight: Seeking Kombucha

Meet Lyz Bartolome and Jeanette Macias, owners of Seeking Kombucha in Seattle’s South Lake Union. After years of success at local farmer’s markets, in February 2021 Jeanette Macias and Lyz Bartolome opened the brick-and-mortar for their small batch kombucha business, Seeking Kombucha.  ​​Get to know more about Jeanette Macias, Lyz...
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Latinx Heritage Month 2022

Celebrated from September 15-October 15, Latinx Heritage Month 2022 is an opportunity to explore and support small businesses owned by members of Latinx, Hispanic, and Latino-identified communities. Our artwork this month features the designs of Catherine Macias, sister of Seeking Kombucha co-owner Jeanette Macias. The design draws inspiration...
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Business Spotlight: Lazy Cow Bakery

Meet Lara de la Rosa, the owner of Lazy Cow Bakery in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood. Lara started the plant-based Lazy Cow Bakery out of her basement and opened her Fremont brick and mortar in December 2021. Get to know more about Lara and Lazy Cow Bakery in this Business Spotlight Q&A. This interview has been edited for...
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