Berwyn Cake Studio Serves Memories of Mexico
Inspired by flan, guava, marzipan and gansito, Berwyn baker Stephanie Charo turned her dream into SC’s Cake Studio after losing her job and starting from zero.
Sazón de Illinois: Exodo Hospitality Brings Mexican-Peruvian Flavor to Chicago
At Exodo Hospitality’s Chicago restaurants, familiar dishes are reimagined to tell a broader story about Latino culture and community.
Nemi Snacks: Going beyond the stereotypes
“When I entered the ‘ethnic aisle’ all of the brands I saw that were inspired by Latino culture were unfortunately based in stereotypes of Latinos”
Sugar Sweet Dreams: A Business With A Greater Purpose
Born and raised in Mexico City, Tania Marquez is a Dreamer who is giving back to her community one delicious cake at a time!
Chicago’s ‘Colores Mexicanos’
“We had a garage sale with face masks, all handmade. And that was when the boom began.”
Atalia World: ‘Eres mágica’
“I look to inspire Latina women that are in the same position as me,” Marileenny Figuera
La Platería: from Taxco to Chicago
Sánchez’s family oversee the entire process, from when the silver is extracted from Taxco’s rich silver mines, to the design and manufacturing of the finished products.
Promoting South American artisans and bringing Latinx culture to Chicago
“The skills to make these products have been passed down from generation to generation,” Vargas explained.
One Stop Party Shop: Dulcería La Fiesta Inc.
“We always say, if you don’t find what you are looking for here, just let us know, and we’ll create it.”
Elizabeth Quezada: Matteli’s Bakery
“I’m trying to support our farmers and, in turn, feed our community healthy bread,” says Quezada.
Navidad en el Barrio returns to Humboldt Park
The annual Puerto Rican holiday market features various Boricua artists and runs for the next three Saturdays.
Aguas frescas in Chicago: How a family business out of a front yard grows in a Southside neighborhood
CHICAGO — What brings people to the Southwest Side neighborhood of Chicago Lawn on any given day? Quality aguas fresca,