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Tips To Celebrate Valentine’s Day At Home

Tips To Celebrate Valentine’s Day At Home

Last Valentine’s Day was a lot different. We could plan a nice date night out, stay out until the wee hours of the morning, and we didn’t think anything of it. This year is so different. Vacations have turned into staycations, going out has become staying in, and Valentine’s Day is the next celebration at home. Just because it’s at home doesn’t mean you can’t have the best Valentine’s Day. We put together this post to help you celebrate.

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Share the love and shop local this Valentine's Day

Share the love and shop local this Valentine's Day

Maya, a female-black owned business owner, started selling her vegan cookies in 2015 at local farmer’s market to help get her boys through college. She struggled early in the pandemic but after the Black Lives Matter movement, she went he went from 20 online orders to 3,000 overnight. She turned the lobby of the Grantville bakery into a storefront. “I really do pour all my heart and soul into these cookies,” said Madsen. This weekend you can make your cookie up an Instagram moment with a free Valentine’s photobooth. “Share the love cookies, make people happy and who doesn't love...

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Black-Owned Businesses to Support In Honor of Black History Month

Black-Owned Businesses to Support In Honor of Black History Month

February is Black History Month! We urge you to think about your shopping habits this month. Where are you buying your products from? Why not support a Black-owned business? We compiled a list of some pretty incredible beauty, fashion and lifestyle brands, and we think you'll absolutely love them. Keep reading to find out all about the Black-owned businesses we're planning on supporting in honor of Black History Month.

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Black-Owned Vegan Eateries in San Diego County You Need to Try

Black-Owned Vegan Eateries in San Diego County You Need to Try

Maya's Cookies What began as a way to earn extra income to put her sons through college grew into a beloved San Diego company that pleases anyone with a sweet treat, vegan or not. Maya Madsen, founder of Maya’s Cookies, wants her customers to know that she and her crew welcome questions and love hearing about their experience with the decadent goodies. “We focus on the quality of the ingredients and everything is artisanal and hand-scooped,” Madsen said. “Vegan or non-vegan, I think people enjoy the layers of flavors. Come on down and don’t be afraid to ask us questions.”...

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