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Founded by aunt and niece duo, Ariana Tolka and Alida Malushi, Balkan Bites specializes in burek, a flaky, stuffed phyllo pie that is a daily staple in the Balkans and Middle East. They make their phyllo dough from scratch using unbleached flour, extra virgin olive oil and real butter, stretch it into thin layers, then fill it with savory ingredients such as spinach, European cheeses, and sauteed mushrooms and sweet fillings like Nutella. Their critically acclaimed burek has caught the attention of Bon Appetit, The New York Times, The New Yorker, Forbes, and Fast Company. Visit their website to order their frozen, ready-to-bake burek. From freezer to oven and ready in about 30 minutes
Founded by Sasha Millstein in 2020, after a conversation with her aunt, a caterer, inspired Sasha to bring her aunt’s most popular dish the pot pie to the mass consumer market. Sasha developed a totally new concept for her pot pies, improving on pot pies currently on the market that take 45 minutes to reheat and frequently have soggy inner crust when reheated. Aunt Ethel’s pot pies packages the top crust separately from the bottom filling so the crust stays flaky and both parts can be reheated in under 5 minutes. Currently, Aunt Ethel’s are available in three flavors try this favorite comfort food for yourself; visit the company website to order today.
Founded by Alexandra Charpentier, Winemak’her is a wine bistrot in Park Slope, Brooklyn serving wines produced by women winemakers from France and other countries of origin, along with sweet wines, cocktails, and French aperitif alcohols such as pastis. In addition to drinks, the bistro serves small plates made from organic and local food. The space features an indoor pétanque track and plenty of seats to sit and share a drink with friends.
Founded by Missy Koo and Stacy Cole, the team that puts the perfect pig in blanket. Made from a gourmet sausage wrapped in the Piggies signature flaky pastry, this is the perfect hors d'oeuvres for any holiday meal or gathering. Order yours in original, chicken, or spicy on the company website today.
Founded by Roshanak Yousefian, add a international flavor to your holiday meals with traditional Persian Pastries from this New York based patisserie. Combining her passion for cooking with desire to share the cuisine of Iran, Roshanak hand-crafts each pastry from the finest organic and traditional ingredients. Order an assortment for the holidays or hire Roshanak to cater your next event.
Founded by Jean Chatman, this artisanal bakery in Harlem New York makes it pastries from all natural, locally sourced ingredients. The Sweet Potato Cheescake, a favorite of Billions Kelly AuCoin, is a great way to end a meal, and Jean’s award winning zuchinni bread is great for holiday breakfasts. View the company’s complete menu of sweets and order on their website.
Founded by Rebecca Scott, this season, snack healthy, savor the bold taste of change with Sustainable Snacks variety pack. The variety pack includes all three flavors of the company’s plant-based, chocolate superfood snack. Visit the website to order your variety pack or individual packs of Cranberry + Walnuts, Blueberry + Pecan, and Spicy Cherry + Almonds.
Founded by Atinuke Akinwumi, stay hydrated in the warm weather with natural spring water bottled at the source. PurH20 is a micro-filtered pure, natural, refreshing drink, ozonated and purified with Oxygen Molecules, not Chlorine. Purchase a case or 5-Gallon bottle and learn about the company’s sustainability mission on their website today.
Founded by June Frances Coleman, all pies baked from scratch using recipes from June’s childhood shop. The fall menu includes Southern Bourbon Pecan, Bap’s Sour Cream Apple Walnut, and Mama’s Dutch Apple. Order your holiday dessert on the company website or through Postmates.
Founded by Jessica Spaulding, Harlem's first and only chocolate shop, shares the history of Harlem through chocolate; each chocolate is named after a Harlem landmark. The company’s Golden Brownstone Gift Set is named one of Oprah’s favorite things 2020. Perfect for gifts or holiday dessert order you set or the company’s signature truffles, turtles, and chocolate chip cookies.
Founded by Rowena Scherer, explorer boxes from Eat2Explore bring families together over country, culture, and cuisine. Each box focuses on a different country and includes 3 recipes from the country, essential spices, and sauces to make the meals, and fun facts and souvenirs from the country. Raw ingredients are not included but a detailed shopping list to help you purchase the ingredients is.
Founded by Rachel Simons, makers of seed based products including halva and tahini. A favorite of world-renowned chefs and home cooks alike, try Seed + Mill’s foods today. Shop their kiosk in New York City’s Chelsea Market, look for them in grocery stores across the country and order direct from the company’s website.
Each business in this guide is owned by an entrepreneur in the WEALF loan and mentoring program. Explore more businesses in the WEALF program and shop small, visit our other shopping guides.