Tag: personalblog
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Kristen Richards-Sollenberger: Front Porch Baking Co.
Many people, myself included, have fond childhood memories of learning to cook or bake with the female figures in their lives. For Kristen, memories like these with her grandmother were the foundation and fuel of her passion for baking. Kristen has had many experiences within the culinary industry, and she now curates freshly baked goods…
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Rachel Adams: Rachel’s Cafe & Creperie
Rachel Adams is the founder / owner of one of Lancaster city’s most beloved cafes, Rachel’s Cafe & Creperie. She admires the diversity of Lancaster, as well as the versatility of the food she curates. Rachel herself reflects that versatility, as a woman operating a successful business for almost two decades within the male dominated…
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Emily Gonzalez: GEM’s Catering
Emily Gonzalez started her business, GEM’s catering, serving authentic comfort foods of her childhood, all prepared in her own kitchen. Since her start in 2018, Emily has single-handedly grown her business from the bottom up and was able to cater more than 200 events in 2023. With the support of her family, especially her children…
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Heidi Castillo: Mezcla Ice Cream
Heidi Castillo, CEO of two companies including Mezcla Ice Cream, became a third-generation entrepreneur, influenced by her grandmother and mother. Hosting a unique Mexican-inspired menu, Mezcla’s storefront pays homage to PhotOlé Photography, her second business. A female entrepreneur advocating for community support for businesses, Castillo aims to promote asset building, planning to launch a book…
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The Femme Foodie Story
Our personal stories are just that: personal. I figure that it’s only fair for me to share my journey with you, and hopefully you will trust me with yours. I grew up in a tiny, mostly conservative town. I remember for as long as I can remember wanting to move on to something new and…