SUPPORT BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES

SMALL BUSINESSES THAT ENRICH OUR COMMUNITY AND CULTURE

Small businesses are the engine of our economy. This month, we celebrate black-owned businesses that have taken their passion for entrepreneurship and expression to the next level. These businesses contribute so much to our community and we want to not only wish them continued success in these difficult times but showcase as many as we can so that you can discover and support them.

A good example of this spirit of community and entrepreneurship is Camisha’s Cakes. The owner, Camisha G, got her start from a Food Network episode on cake making at the age of 13. At the age of 18, she started to get requests from family and friends. Soon she had outgrown her parent’s kitchen. A series of family tragedies sent her on a soul-searching journey through Europe. It was there that that she decided it was “all or nothing” and decided to answer her calling. She opened Camisha’s Cakes in June 2019 and designs and bakes delicious, custom cakes that are truly one of a kind.

Hailing from Dakar, Senegal, Nafy Flatley is a chef and now owner of Terenga, which celebrates the foods and products from her native land. As the pandemic hit, Nafy pivoted to support those hospitality workers that were disproportionately affected by stay safe orders and phased closures. Many of these workers are immigrants, and a meal is not only welcomed, but serves as community. She has also extended her work to include the homeless and elderly care facilities. “In the midst of such a challenging time, it feels good to be able to help those in need,” she says.

We hope you will continue to patronize and explore these wonderful businesses that add such diversity and richness to the fabric of our community.

NORTH BAY

Napa
Brown Estate: Order wine for curbside pick-up or shipping. Merch is available here.

J. Moss Winery: The winery is open for outdoor tastings. You can also purchase bottles online.

San Rafael
Caribbean Spices: The Haitian/Caribbean restaurant is open for takeout and delivery. Call 628-253-5385 or use the apps to order.

Santa Rosa
Abyssinia: The Ethiopian/Eritrean spot is open for takeout. Call 707-568-6455 to order.

Big River Coffee: The cafe is open for takeout. You can also order coffee and K-cups online.

SAN FRANCISCO

Anthony’s Cookies: The Mission cookie and dessert spot is open for pick up and delivery.

Camisha's Cakes, Dessert, Catering, check Instagram for designs or call 415-289-9898

Frisco Fried: The fried chicken spot in Bayview is open for takeout and delivery. Call 415-822-1517 to place an order.

Local Kitchen: The Rincon Hill restaurant is open for takeout and delivery. Order here, or purchase a gift card here.

Miyako Old Fashioned Ice Cream: The ice cream spot is open for takeout.

Tastebuds: The Inner Richmond cafe is serving coffee, breakfast, and lunch for takeout and delivery. Call 415-668-9298 or order online.

ALAMEDA

Dayo Plates: The pop-up is available for catering and takeout - check their Instagram for updates, and DM to order things like lamb chops and deep-fried crab legs.

Johnathan’s Sandwich House: The sandwich and fried chicken spot is open for takeout and delivery - call 510-522-8040 or order via the apps.

Spritzer’s Cafe: The cafe is open for takeout. Stop by or call 510-995-8644 to order coffee and pastries to go.

Wachira Wines: The winery is currently shipping nationwide and has a tasting room in Alameda in the works.

MENLO PARK

Back A Yard: The Caribbean restaurant is offering takeout and delivery from all of their Bay Area locations (Campbell, San Jose, Menlo Park). Order gift cards here.

Fenn Coffee: You can find Fenn Coffee at various retail locations, or order beans and merch online. Free delivery anywhere in Menlo Park.

Andrew HullFebruary 24, 2021