Naza’s Boutique Brings Trendy Fashion to Richmond
Two young Latina entrepreneurs have brought a pop of color to San Pablo and Clinton avenues in Richmond, opening a new women's clothing boutique named Naza’s....
01
May
22
Mar
Richmond Couple Opens Mi Casa Grill to Serve Community Homestyle Cooking
A husband and wife, who are longtime Richmond residents, opened Mi Casa Grill to serve their neighbors food that's something like their abuelita might make....
20
Feb
Webinar Helps People Navigate Mental Health in the Workplace
Companies are legally required to provide accommodations to people with disabilities, and that includes mental health conditions....
22
Jan
With Pandemic Protections Gone, Essential Workers Face Omicron Alone
Essential workers say they are bearing the brunt of the pandemic again, but this time, there is less government support....
23
Jun
Small Businesses Are Still Fighting to Survive the Pandemic
Community support and adaptability have helped some small businesses weather the pandemic, but they still need government support to recover....
14
Jun
Some Upbeat News for Black Businesses Still Reeling From Pandemic Losses
California has pledged $2.5 billion in financial support for small businesses, especially those that serve or are owned by people of color....
10
May
Selling Ceviche Awakens Culinary Dreams, Continues a Sinaloense Legacy of Perseverance
Hilario Martinez Leon, 28, started selling ceviche first by bike, then by car and now from a bona fide business after a very brief time in jail....
27
Apr
From Cooking at Home to Cooking for the Homeless: Tempero Goiano Celebrates 10 Years
Estela Lima used to sell Brazilian food out of her Richmond home. Come May 7, her restaurant Tempero Goiano will have officially been in business for 10 years....
21
Mar
Every Day is a Picnic for This Bay Area Business
Beautiful, elegant and luxurious setups have helped Picnics in the Bay succeed, even though the business started during the pandemic....
03
Mar
The Daily Fix Nutrition Brings Healthy Treats to Richmond
New Latina-owned Richmond business Daily Fix Nutrition offers shakes, donuts, teas and coffees that are high in nutrients but low in sugar....
04
Feb
County Supervisors Place Temporary Cap on Third-Party Delivery Fees
The Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved a temporary 15% cap on fees charged by services such as DoorDash for restaurant orders and deliveries....
01
Feb
Pandemic, Social Media Give Home Food Businesses a Boost
With so many people losing their jobs and looking for new ways to support their families, Richmond’s underground food culture has grown during the pandemic and become more visible on...
25
Jan
Small Businesses Rely on Community as COVID-19 Continues
With many small businesses hampered by stay-at-home orders and unable to get financial help from the government, they're relying on new and established clientele....
19
Jan
‘Sacrifice,’ Love and Well-Rolled Burritos Make Taqueria Chavinda a Richmond Staple
Strong ties with the South Richmond community have helped Taqueria Chavinda stay profitable even during the pandemic....
16
Dec
City Council Votes to Explore Lowering Business License Tax Rates
The Richmond City Council voted to look into potential reductions to the soon-to-be revised business license tax, which voters shifted to a gross receipts model....
