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Siesta Co
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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. |
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MidRange |
siesta-co.com |
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monsoonchocolate
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Value for Money |
Budget |
monsoonchocolate.com |
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Transcendence Coffee
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Coffee Syrups |
Transcendence Coffee was founded by two female engineers who met working as baristas in college. Derived from their love of specialty lattes and their frustration with artificial syrups dominating the flavored coffee industry, they decided to brew something better. They began crafting their own coffee brand that combined diverse, global syrup flavors with specialty techniques and all-natural ingredients. Today, they aim to do more than just sell syrups - they hope to transcend the limitations of a stale industry by connecting people to flavors from cultures around the world. And what better way to start than with the founders' cultural roots: India and Algeria. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
transcendencecoffee.com |
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Pistakio
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Food Spread |
Pistakio was founded by Nico and Fran, two pistachio enthusiasts who wanted to reimagine how pistachios are consumed. They started their journey at a local farmers market and have since crafted a versatile pistachio spread that can be used in a variety of dishes. Their mission is to make pistachios a staple in every kitchen, offering a product that is both delicious and healthy. |
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Affordable |
pistakio.co |
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Rooted Fare
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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 |
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RedCamper Picnic Supply
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Specialty Foods |
RedCamper was born from a love of summertime, road trips, and storytelling through food. It began with a family tradition of travel and preserving the essence of those experiences in small-batch, handcrafted products. The brand emphasizes the importance of using ethically sourced ingredients and sustainable practices, aiming to honor heritage and culture through its offerings. |
Sustainability |
MidRange |
redcamper.com |
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L'Isolina Pasta
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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 |
