“I am thrilled to be providing homestyle food for dogs everywhere to improve their health and longevity.”
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The Challenges of Starting an Urban Winery
Forget rain or bugs. Lysanne Tusar, who makes wine in Hong Kong, has landlord problems.
The Long Journey to Market for an All-Natural Snack Bar
Seven years after a corporate sabbatical inspired Simple Squares, Kimberly Dobbins is close to turning a profit.
A Social Media Agency Takes an Edgy Approach
Pat Law of Goodstuph makes it a habit to be “badass.” This summer, she’s opening a bar.
From Dishwasher to Head Chef
Ana Sortun, who owns three restaurants in greater Boston, discusses her rise in the kitchen.
A Woman in the Kitchen
Chef Jody Adams counts Julia Child as her mentor. She talks about rising to the top of the male-dominated restaurant business.
Nelly Garcia of Rocheli Patisserie: Custom Made Cakes for Any Occasion
“Success means being able to create change, not just for yourself but for a community.”
Maria-Lola Edun of La Signorina Chocolates: Fashionable Chocolate for the Socially-Conscious Sweet Tooth
“I believe Fair Trade products can be a luxury item just like any other luxury brand.”
Mary Allstead of Mix Cupcake Co.: Creating Success One Cupcake At a Time
“I love being a business owner and I would never want to go back to a normal job.”
Debbie Blacher of Wholesome Tummies: Making a Difference in the Food our Children Eat
“I wanted my kids to eat right, but I was working and pregnant with my third boy at the time, so my frustration quickly mounted, until one day I created the concept of Wholesome Tummies.”
Starting a Pickle Company From Scratch
Jenny Fulton of Miss Jenny’s Pickles talks about exporting to China, her role model Sara Blakely and why she gets everything in writing.
Marlene Luterman of Calabasas Cake & Cookie Co.: Edible Happiness
“The world is a tough place and I want to make it a bit easier, even with just one bite of a cookie.”
Carol Mark of The Love of Tea: Social Change in Every Cup
“After a cancer diagnosis, my rediscovery of tea’s health benefits helped me focus on tea as a business opportunity.”
Monisola Banwo of Pastries 4 U: Cakes for all Occasions
“A definitive success of mine was when I finally bought a gas oven after saving up for more than 9 months, which helped me launch my business.”
Nicole Patel: Delysia Chocolatier — Baking Passion into Business Profit
Success for Delysia Chocolatier is watching the faces of patrons enjoying our chocolates for the first time.