Colina Bruce, owner and CEO of Noir Lux Candle Bar, says she believes candles can be a conduit for community building, networking and growth.

The multi-talented Latrice Williams has not only built one of Spokane's fastest growing Real Estate companies, but she’s also a talented musician, the legislative lead for housing and homeless advocacy for District 4, and an author. Her journey, though, hasn’t been easy. As a formerly incarcerated Black woman, Williams fought her way into the world of corporate real estate firms before realizing it wasn’t for her. She said she felt overlooked and knew that she needed a change.

“Someone said to me that maybe folks of Color don’t enjoy a good beer. I called bull****,” Rodney Hines, owner and founder of Métier Brewing, said.

“I realized I needed to do something to create a space that didn’t exist for me.”

Joyce's Market and Cafe serves and sells fresh, scratch-made food with a focus on community and health. Owner Joyce Hosea has focused on the culinary arts from a young age, attending culinary school and working towards her dream of providing the community with her food.

Seattle native Ashanti Mayfield is serving ice cream sourced from right here in the Pacific Northwest at the Creamy Cone Cafe. Watch the video to see what delicious flavors are available at the cafe and what other options are on the menu.

African art gallery and streetwear boutique Taswira celebrated their one year anniversary and owner Avery Barnes had a special announcement.

Acacia Corson started her company Badder Body after being frustrated with her hair, and when she spilled some product on her hands she realized she had discovered something even better. She new makes products like body butter, face masks and her husband even makes beard oil.

Toure Apparel offers t-shirt printing, custom gold grillz, and streetwear right in Seattle’s Central District. Owner Moe Toure has been running his shop for 19 years and has been at the current location for the last four. During that period, he’s overseen the growth of his brand into a local staple.

Still looking for a little romance even though Valentine’s Day has passed? Check out our recap of the love-themed cocktail class hosted by Ashaunti Martin-Smith, owner of Seattle-based Bartending Service Couture Cocktails last week.

Boon Boona Coffee hosted the grand opening for its third and newest location at the University of Washington’s University Book Store on Monday, located at the site previously occupied by The Book Store Cafe.

“Food is culture, and that means we create the culture,” Seattle Chef and Owner of Jerk Shack Trey Lamont said.

Lamont brought his signature dishes and flair to Field to Table at Lumen Field on Sunday night as he served dinner to those in attendance. Our Besa Gordon was there to take it all in, as the unique atmosphere combined with Lamont’s cooking created an unforgettable experience.

Wa Na Wari hosted a game night and community mixer with games, art, and music on Friday night as they continue to create space for the Black community to come together. The event was designed and hosted by Event Coordinator Soulma Ayers and featured the world-famous sounds of DJ Topspin.

From Ox Tails to Brisket to Burnt Ends and Ribs, Lil Red's Catering & Takeout has barbecue staples as well as Jamaican food and Soul food. Owner Erasto "Red" Jackson said he’s proud to bring delicious food to the community, providing an outlet for barbecue and soul food lovers in South Seattle and beyond.

Local business Boon Boona coffee is hosting the grand opening for their newest location on Monday at 10 am at the University of Washington’s University Book Store. Located at the site previously occupied by The Book Store Cafe, Boon Boona will serve their African specialty coffee to a broader community.

Central Cafe and Juice Bar is serving up scratch-made healthy food items in the Central District. Located next to Garfield High School, owner and Garfield alumn Bridgette Johnson says it’s her mission to provide the community and especially students with healthy and delicious food options.

“Fitness, spirituality, and energy are important things in our community, and the time is now to focus on doing what we can to live a longer life,” - Najee Ladd-Ali, owner of Flyabove Athletics.

It was time to pour up at Arte Noir as the gallery hosted a tasting of some of 23rd Ave Brewery's best-selling beers. The event continued to affirm Arte Noir's commitment to holding and creating space for Black creators and business owners, which Executive Director Jazmyn Scott is proud of.

“We’re setting a vibe and it’s feeling good,” is how Estelita’s Library Co-Founder Edwin Lindo described the Seattle Urban Book Expo book drive at The Station on Saturday, which featured a book drive for children's and young adult books featuring BIPOC characters and written by BIPOC authors.

Claiborne Bell’s approach to his family business is similar to the way he approaches those who rent space from him in Distinguished Foods Commissary Kitchen. The second-generation ice cream maker bought the business from his father three years ago, and carries on the family legacy with pride. He also has built a second family of sorts, a group of chefs and business owners who use his facilities to run their own upstart restaurants.

Have you been looking for a healthier alternative to fast food that still tastes great? Intentions Juice and Smoothie Bar is serving the South Tacoma community with smoothies and working to create a space where individuals can come to discuss their health needs.