|
Alaya Tea
 |
Tea |
Alaya is an Indian, women-owned tea company. Our name comes from 'Himalaya,' a region where some of the finest teas grow and thus, inspired our founders Esha Chhabra and Smita Satiani to build a tea company. |
Sustainability |
MidRange |
alayatea.co |
|
Siesta Co
 |
Food & Beverages |
Siesta Co. is a Spanish-American brand founded by Lucia & Carlos, a wife-and-husband team based in Los Angeles, California. They aim to bring authentic Spanish flavors to the U.S., focusing on high-quality, sustainably sourced seafood and gourmet products that reflect their cultural heritage. Their products are made following centuries-old traditions, emphasizing the importance of shared meals and mindful enjoyment. |
Quality |
MidRange |
siesta-co.com |
|
sunnyfoods
|
Food Products |
Fresh sauces and condiments made from simple, real food ingredients to transform meals and snacks from morning to night. Fresh and flavorful staples to brighten any snack or meal. Made for the home cook, by the home cook. |
Quality |
Affordable |
sunnyfoods.us |
|
spiritalmond
|
Almond Products |
We use whole California Almonds and season them with only natural food ingredients. We never use preservatives, flavor enhancers or other artificial ingredients. Made in small batches in Los Angeles, California. |
Quality |
Affordable |
spiritalmond.com |
|
spinnakerchocolate
|
Chocolate |
For every bar sold, we donate 1% toward cleaning up the ocean. We're a family-run, bean-to-bar chocolate company. We make chocolate starting with cocoa beans and process them all the way through to finished chocolate bars. We work with different origins all over the world – our approach is a lot like wine or coffee where each origin has a unique and interesting flavor. We start with some of the best cacao in the world and sort it three times to remove impurities. That way we only make chocolate with the best of the best ingredients. Our mission since day one has been to help protect the ocean. From our tape, labels, and boxes to our shipping insulation and bar wrapper, our packaging pieces are either compostable, biodegradable, or recyclable. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
spinnakerchocolate.com |
|
Omsom
|
Food Products |
Omsom was started by Vanessa + Kim Pham, sisters + daughters of Vietnamese refugees. Born in 2020, Omsom is a proud + loud Asian food brand set on reclaiming + celebrating the multitudes in Asian flavors + stories. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
omsom.com |
|
Martin's Handmade Pretzels
 |
Food |
In the middle of the Great Depression, Henry Martin began hand-crafting these extraordinary Pennsylvania Dutch Pretzels. Over time, the bakery changed hands within the Martin family, continuing the tradition of handmade pretzels. After a devastating fire in 2020, the bakery was rebuilt and continues to produce handmade pretzels, maintaining a commitment to slow, artisan food. |
Quality |
Affordable |
martinspretzels.com |
|
marthastoumen
|
|
|
Quality |
MidRange |
marthastoumen.com |
|
loisa
|
Fashion |
Our brand was founded on the principles of quality and affordability, aiming to provide stylish options for the modern individual. |
Value for Money |
Affordable |
loisa.com |
|
drinkfiglia
|
|
|
Sustainability |
Affordable |
drinkfiglia.com |
|
Vân Vân
 |
Herbs and Spices |
Vân Vân was founded in 2023 by Thảo and Duy with the goal of bringing the flavors of Việt Nam to kitchens across the U.S. After facing personal challenges, including a serious health issue and the impact of COVID-19 on Việt Nam, they launched Vân Vân to provide high-quality, single-origin spices and herbs sourced from local Vietnamese farmers. The brand emphasizes fair pricing and supports local growers, while also donating a portion of sales to Saigon Children, a nonprofit in Hồ Chí Minh City. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
getvanvan.com |
|
lovely-bunch
|
Food |
Lovely Bunch makes delicious foods from sustainable and regenerative crops. What’s good for the planet is good for you! |
Quality |
Affordable |
lovely-bunch.com |
|
fruitionchocolateworks
|
|
|
Quality |
Affordable |
fruitionchocolateworks.com |
|
ruby
|
|
|
Value for Money |
Affordable |
ruby.fun |
|
Ciao Pappy
 |
Food Products |
Ciao Pappy was established in 2021 by Francesca Pittaluga and her husband Matthew, inspired by Francesca's Italian-American upbringing and her father's emphasis on quality ingredients in cooking. The brand aims to create convenient, quality sauces that help families share meals together and create memories. |
Quality |
Affordable |
ciaopappy.com |
|
Paro
 |
Food |
Paro was created by Umaimah, who wanted to replicate her mother's Pakistani comfort food while away from home. The brand packages personal recipes for classic South Asian dishes, allowing customers to enjoy and share these meals with their loved ones. |
Quality |
Affordable |
fromparo.com |
|
Daybreak Seaweed
 |
Food Products |
Daybreak Seaweed is a 100% women-owned company on a mission to bring seaweed into the everyday kitchen. We partner with regenerative ocean farmers producing the highest quality, sustainably-grown seaweed in the pristine waters of the Pacific Ocean. Our vision includes regenerative farms that produce food in line with natural principles, pulling carbon from the atmosphere, and providing ecosystem services. We create nutrient-dense, delicious, and nourishing kitchen staples, driven by a commitment to sustainability and quality. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
daybreakseaweed.com |
|
Sweet Deliverance
 |
Granola |
Born out of private chef and postpartum doula Kelly Geary’s decades of experience in the food world, Sweet Deliverance combines her passion for sourcing the best ingredients with the desire to build real relationships with the people she’s cooking for. Our mission is simple: to turn breakfast into an all-day affair by creating a collection of delicious, surprising, and inspired foods you’ll crave all day. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
sweetdeliveranceny.com |
|
The Real Cereal Company
 |
Cereal |
As cereal lovers, we decided to do something about the difficulty of finding cereals without added junk. We focus on quality organic, non-GMO ingredients for a wholesome experience. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
realcereal.com |
|
Fatworks
 |
Cooking Oils |
Fatworks is a family-owned company that has been crafting the finest premium traditional Organic and Pasture-Raised fats (Tallow, Lard, Poultry Fats, and Ghee) since 2011. We have been tireless crusaders against industrialized seed oils and fat-phobia everywhere. Our products are absolutely and unapologetically premium fat sourced from the best farmers in the U.S.A. (with the exception of our Japanese Wagyu Tallow, which is, naturally, sourced from 100% A5 cattle from Japan). |
Sustainability |
MidRange |
fatworks.com |
|
Rooted Fare
 |
Food Products |
Rooted Fare was founded by Ashley Xie and Hedy Yu, who are childhood friends and second-generation Chinese Americans. They created the brand to celebrate their heritage and offer modern Chinese American pantry staples that reflect their experiences growing up in two cultures. Their first product, Black Sesame Crunchy Butter, is inspired by a traditional dessert from their childhood, tang yuan. The brand aims to empower people, especially second-generation Chinese and Asian Americans, to honor their roots and embrace their creativity. |
Authenticity |
Affordable |
rootedfare.com |
|
Monte's Fine Foods
 |
Food |
Monte's Fine Foods has a rich history spanning over 100 years, rooted in the Monte family tradition of serving high-quality Italian food. The brand emphasizes authentic recipes and the finest ingredients, capturing the essence of 'Old New York' in each jar of sauce. The journey began in Brooklyn, where the family established a grocery store and later expanded into a restaurant, leading to the creation of their signature sauces. Today, Monte's continues to honor this legacy through its products and collaborations, bringing the flavors of Italy to a new generation. |
Quality |
MidRange |
montessauce.com |
|
Canaan Fair Trade
 |
Food Products |
Canaan Fair Trade is dedicated to empowering Palestinian farmers and preserving their agricultural heritage. The brand works with over 1,000 artisan family farms across 43 villages, promoting fair trade practices and ecological sustainability. Canaan aims to share the rich food traditions of Palestine with the world while ensuring food security and economic prosperity for local communities. |
Sustainability |
MidRange |
canaanpalestine.com |
|
L'Isolina Pasta
 |
Pasta |
L'Isolina Pasta is an artisan pasta company based in Southampton, New York, producing whole grain pasta that emphasizes flavor and health. They partner with local farms on the East End of Long Island to source high-quality, flavor-first varieties of wheat, which are grown and stone-milled using sustainable practices. The pasta is crafted using traditional techniques from Gragnano, drawn through bronze dies, and air-dried to maintain its texture and nutrients. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
lisolinapasta.com |
