Funviralpark It’s time to sing Auld Lang Syne and welcome in the New Year with loved ones and of course, comforting food and drink.
When you’re looking to get your hands on something delicious, remember these 10 Black-owned brands that can uplift your table and your palate.
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Somali model and entrepreneur hawahassan Together with Basbaas, we launched a line of African inspired hot sauces and chutneys. From tamarind date sauce to coconut coriander chutney, the ingredients used are 100% organic and vegan and can be used in spreads, meats and more.
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Trade Street Jam Company
Ashley Rouse founded this black-owned jam company in 2008 to offer a variety of flavorful vegan jams. Flavors include cranberry raspberry sage and strawberry chipotle and fig. The collection also includes Sweet Potato Biscuit Mix, Raspberry Hot Sauce and Cherry Chipotle Mocktail Elixir.
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Egunshi
Yemisi Awosan launched Egunsi in 2017 and now offers a variety of ready-to-heat on-the-go soups, including brown-eyed pea (Gubegiri), African peanut (peanut), and lemongrass mushroom (pepper) soups. Made from all ingredients, these creations are free of artificial flavors, gluten free and 100% vegan.
love corkscrew
Former art gallery owner Christon Lampley In 2014, he founded the wine and lifestyle brand Love Corkscrew. Our wine list includes Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon and more, perfect for holiday dining.
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cultured kombucha
Founded by Milan Durham Based in Washington, DC, Cultured Kombucha Co. uses clean ingredients to brew nutritious healing beverages. Flavors include Real Ginger, Lavender Bliss, Apple Pie Chai, and Orange Kuranilla, and can be enjoyed before, during, or after your holiday meal.
Kawawa 1893
Margaret Nyumbo She is the mastermind behind Kawaha 1893, a coffee company that sources directly from female farmers in Kenya and Rwanda. These rare single-origin his coffees include varieties such as Peaberry, Congo and Uganda. All proceeds go directly to the brand’s female coffee growers.
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abisola whiskey
Absola Abidemi We’ve elevated our love of whiskey and celebrations to Abisola Whiskey. The drink is a combination of one-year-aged bourbon and six-month-aged malt whiskey, flavored with vanilla and waffle cones.Drinkers can also enjoy A mellow aroma of apricot and almond cream with a finish of malt chocolate.
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peach state drink
former journalist Nikesia Panel and friends Choya Johnson We founded Peach State Drinks out of a shared love of lemonade. From the sweet seasonal flavor of Peach Brown Sugar Lemonade to the Apple Cranberry fall favorite, each flavor will complement your meal.
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B. Stuyvesant Champagne
B. Stuyvesant Champagne Malvina RobinsonHer way of honoring her best college memories. The Brooklyn, NY native offers an impressive collection of spirits, from Rose to Grand Reserve Brut.
Jive Juice Company
Author and Certified Health Coach Tamara Austin She launched her healthy lifestyle brand, JIVE Juice, to help others reap the healing benefits of juice. The first Black-owned juice company to sell on Whole Foods shelves, the company offers fresh, cold-pressed juices and smoothies, as well as cleansing packs designed to help you lose weight and detox.
