Meet the Founder: Chelsey and Cassie Maschhoff of Lottie’s Meats

Growing up on a sixth-generation farm, sisters Chelsey and Cassie were raised on premium pork. As adults, they saw an opportunity to bring their family's ethical farming practices and high-quality meat to a wider audience.

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Meet the Founder: Manny Ferreira of Manny’s Ultimate Mixes

What makes a Bloody Mary truly unforgettable? For Manny, the passionate founder of Manny's Ultimate Mixes, the answer lies in a blend of tradition and a touch of mystery.

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Meet the Founders: Allan and Candace Tea of Cali Dumpling

Married for just three days when the 2020 pandemic shut down in-person dining at their family restaurants, Allan and Candace sidelined their honeymoon plans.

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Meet The Founder: Carly Stein of Beekeeper’s Naturals

Beekeeper's Naturals offers health-boosting products like propolis throat spray while also promoting sustainable practices for pollinators.

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Meet the Founder: Keegan Fong of Woon Kitchen

Growing up in the skate culture of suburban Los Angeles, Keegan’s teenage home became the hangout house.

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Meet the Founders: Lolly Parker and Sumi Nishi of Lolly’s Frozen Grapes

While brainstorming the perfect snack, Lolly and Sumi created Lolly’s Frozen Grapes.

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Meet the Founders: Debbie, Jack, and Meghan Dowd of Cado Avocado Ice Cream

A lifelong commitment to healthy living inspired the Dowd family to reinvent their favorite frozen dessert.

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Meet the Founder: Joe Nicchi of CVT Soft Serve

New York native Joe Nicchi made soft serve cool again with his LA ice cream truck, CVT Soft Serve.

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What is Brix?

Brix measures the sugar content in produce: higher degrees indicate sweeter taste. Peaches range from 6-18 degrees Brix, with 18 indicating excellence.

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Meet the Founder: Sean McDonald of Melting Forest

Tapping into ten years of experience in the health and wellness sector, Sean was confident that his next venture was going to mushroom into something big.

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BF 101: Wine & Cheese Pairings

Cheese and wine are a true match-made-in-heaven! This delicious duo is a popular pairing across countless cultures, proving just how reliable and consistent it is.

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