Intentionalist and the Seattle Storm are teaming up to support ten Black woman-owned businesses so that the broader community can get to know the diverse people and stories behind them one cup of coffee, sandwich, dessert, and salad at a time.
Seattle Storm is a team that leads on and off the court, including advocacy for racial justice through the Black Lives Matter and Say Her Name movements. Through Force4Change, from the athletes, to the staff, to the owners, the Storm organization is committed to using their platform to make change.
We are excited to share the Seattle Storm Black History Month InTENtional List, and will be hosting a $250 #IntentionalTab at each business. Keep an eye on our social media accounts to learn about the delicious treats you can enjoy “on us” as you show up for some of the Black woman-owned businesses at the heart of communities throughout Seattle.
Tuesday, February 9
Black Coffee Northwest (Shoreline)
Black Coffee Northwest is more then just a coffee shop — it’s a place for the Shoreline community to come together. Owners Darnesha and Erwin Weary opened Black Coffee Northwest in October 2020 as a venue to foster collaboration, provide Black youth in shoreline with work experience, promote and sell Black-owned products, and more.
*Get a handcrafted espresso beverage on us – just let them know to put it on the Seattle Storm x Intentionalist tab!
Marjorie (Capitol Hill)
At Marjorie, owner Donna Moodie serves food to nurture community. The name pays tribute to Donna’s mother, celebrating her ability to bring people together to enjoy “scratch” cooking and warm hospitality. The Capitol Hill restaurant’s eclectic menu celebrates the flavors of the Pacific Northwest alongside global influences, including Donna’s Jamaican roots.
*Get an order of Miss Marjorie’s Steel Drum Plantains on us – just let them know to put it on the Seattle Storm x Intentionalist tab!
Thursday, February 11th
Simply Soulful (Madison Valley)
Owned by mother-daughter duo Barbara Collins & Lillian Rambus, Simply Soulful serves up authentic Southern cooking in a relaxed and welcoming cafe atmosphere. What began as a small operation selling their famous Sweet Potato Pie quickly transformed into a delicious destination for delicious food and friendly service.
*Get an order of Chicken & Waffles on us – just let them know to put it on the Seattle Storm x Intentionalist tab!
Tuesday, February 16
The Station (Beacon Hill)
The Station is both a coffee shop and vital community hub. Owners Luis Rodriguez and Leona Moore-Rodriguez have created a space that is safe and welcoming for all, and that celebrates the diverse voices and faces of the community.
*Get a handcrafted espresso beverage on us – just let them know to put it on the Seattle Storm x Intentionalist tab!
Osteria La Spiga (Capitol Hill)
Chef Sabrina Tinsley and her husband Pietro Borghesi share a passion for the cuisine of the Northern-Italian region Emilia-Romagna. At Osteria La Spiga, they have created a neighborhood osteria where friends can come together around a fresh, seasonal meal.
*Get an order of Prosciutto – Half Board or Torta di Nocciola on us – just let them know to put it on the Seattle Storm x Intentionalist tab!
Thursday, February 18
Emma’s BBQ (Hillman City)
In 2016, Tess Thomas realized her lifelong dream of opening her own restaurant. Emma’s BBQ is named after her mother, whose recipes and influence make the restaurant a place where good food and kind people abound. The Southern menu includes plates of pulled pork, brisket, cornbread, macaroni and cheese, and plenty of BBQ.
*Get any sandwich on us – just let them know to put it on the Seattle Storm x Intentionalist tab!
Fat’s Chicken & Waffles (Central District)
Fat’s Chicken & Waffles opened in 2015 in the space previously occupied by Central District landmark, Catfish Corner. Thanks to the community-forward leadership of owners Erika White and Marcus Lalario. Fat’s quickly became a neighborhood gem, known for its delicious Southern fare and casual vibe.
*Get an order of 6 Fried Chicken Wings on us – just let them know to put it on the Seattle Storm x Intentionalist tab!
Tuesday, February 23
Plum Chopped (Capitol Hill)
Makini Howell’s local vegan empire gets a little bit leafy-er with Plum Chopped, her vegan salad bar. The menu offers made-to-order healthy and hearty salads that completely dispel the myth that vegan food is neither filling nor satisfying – Plum Chopped salads are both!
*Get a salad on us – just let them know to put it on the Seattle Storm x Intentionalist tab!
The Original Philly’s (Beacon Hill)
In 2004, Philadelphia native Guy Thomas joined Charles and Minerva Humphrie who founded and operated The Original Philly’s in 1995. The casual spot, old-school restaurant offers Seattle a taste of authentic Philly cheesesteaks, “pizza” chicken, cold cut hoagies, and even a vegetarian cheesesteak.
*Get a half sandwich on us – just let them know to put it on the Seattle Storm x Intentionalist tab!
Thursday, February 25
Communion Restaurant & Bar (Central District)
Chef Kristi Brown (owner of the catering company That Brown Girl Cooks) and her son Damon Bomar have one mission: foster community through fresh food and fine cooking. In December 2020, Communion Restaurant & Bar opened in Central District in the historic Liberty Bank Building serving what Chef Kristi calls “Seattle Soul” food — a cultural mix of the Central District, Chinatown-International District, as well as her family roots in Kansas City.
*Get an order of That Brown Girl Cooks (TBGC!) Hummus & Dips Snackie on us – order online and enter the Promo Code: INTENTIONAL STORM at Checkout.
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