Business Spotlight: King Donuts

Meet Hong and Kim Chhuor of King Donuts, a beloved Seattle institution that's been satisfying South Seattle’s sweet tooth for three decades. This family-owned and operated shop has been a staple of the Rainier Valley neighborhood, with its current owners at the helm for the past seven years.  Hong and Kim's story is one of serendipity and a...
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Business Spotlight: Gan Bei

Nestled in the heart of the Chinatown-International District, Gan Bei is more than just a local bar – it's a warm and welcoming haven serving up Chinese comfort food and exceptional hospitality. Owner Yen Ma and her family have curated a space where great food, expertly crafted drinks, and outstanding service come together in perfect harmony. In...
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Business Spotlight: Nue

Meet Uyen Nguyen, co-owner of Nue – a globally-inspired restaurant located in the heart of Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. Nue is a culinary destination that offers a menu featuring everyday eats from around the world, from South African bunny chow to Brazilian acarajé. Uyen's restaurant is a love letter to the diverse flavors and dishes she...
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Business Spotlight: Reclaim Clay Collective

Meet Siera Matsuo and Luanne Wilson, owners of Reclaim Clay Collective – a POC, queer, women-owned pottery and arts studio located in the Chinatown-International District (C-ID) in Seattle.  Reclaim Clay Collective is a creative arts space that offers classes, workshops, and memberships for pottery and other art mediums like risograph printing,...
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Business Spotlight: Pinoyshki Bakery + Cafe

Meet Alyssa Anderson, owner of Pinoyshki Bakery + Cafe, nestled in the heart of Capitol Hill. Pinoyshki offers a delectable array of traditional Eastern European flavors as well as inventive pastries inspired by Alyssa's Filipino heritage. From classic piroshkis to innovative dessert delights, each bite tells a story of cultural fusion and culinary...
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Business Spotlight: Rojo’s Mexican Food

Meet Daniel Rojo, owner of Rojo’s Mexican Food in Pioneer Square.  Rojo’s is a plant-based Mexican restaurant serving up a flavorful menu of tacos, burritos, tortas and more. Since starting as a pop-up back in 2022, they have been operating their vegan taqueria in Pioneer Square since 2023 and have been a welcome addition to the vegan options...
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Business Spotlight: Fancy

Meet Sally Brock, owner of Fancy in Madison Valley. Fancy is a female-owned and operated jewelry studio/shop created in 2002. Previously located in Belltown, Sally recently relocated her studio to Madison Valley, where she creates custom jewelry for clients, and also represents the work of 20 additional designers and artists in her retail...
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Business Spotlight: Cafe Turko

Meet Süreyya Gökeri, owner of Cafe Turko in Fremont. Learn more about Süreyya and Cafe Turko in this week’s Small Business Spotlight Q&A! This interview has been edited for length and clarity.   How did Cafe Turko come to be? Cafe Turko just turned 11 years old, and I have no idea how this time passed so fast. I remember when...
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Business Spotlight: Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen

Meet Tina Fahnbulleh, owner of Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen in First Hill, Seattle. Nearly two years ago, we featured Tina's pop-up and catering business, Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen, in our Small Business Spotlight. Back then, she was gaining her footing in Seattle's culinary scene, and popping up at Watson's Counter every Saturday night. Now, Tina has a...
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