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Many of our eyes have been opened in the last few weeks to a topic that may seem scary to talk about – racism. It is sad to know that in 2020 the Black community is still facing so much injustice. Though I am not a member of the Black community, I recognize the privilege that comes with my skin, I stand with them as an ally. I’ve been listening, learning and speaking out…something I will continue to do.
With this commitment to listen, learn and speak out I wanted to highlight some black owned businesses here in Pasadena. Some of these I have visited, but some I have not and I can’t wait to try it. Check them out and let’s support them with our business and by spreading the word!
Pasadena/Altadena Black Owned Restaurants:
- Perry’s Joint
- Bonnie B’s Smokin
- The Little Red Hen Coffee Shop
- The Gourmet Cobbler Factor
- Pizza of Venice
- UEDF Fish and Chips
- Lêberry Bakery
- Altadena Farmers Market
- My Place Cafe
- Pasadena Fish Market
- Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles
Black Creatives To Follow On Instagram:
- @shopaprilblooms – Pasadena and June’s Feature
- @shedreamstravel – Pasadena
- @arielleeestoria – Pasadena
- @candicenikeia
- @mossonyi
- @thekachetlife
Black Owned Companies:
- Omi Woods
- KLUR
- BLK & Bold Specialty Beverages
- Monrowe
- A.Au
- Beneath Your Mask
- BLK+GRN
- Aff and Jam
- Unsun
Black Owned Home Decor Companies:
- Clare Paint
- GOODEE
- Mitchell Black
- k-apostrophe
- Jungalow
- Bolé Road Textiles
- The Koop
- 54kibo
- Expedition Subsahara
Being the media mogul that I am I had share some black content creators to follow. I’m loving my feed since incorporating these new faces into it! I also added an Instagram Highlight to my page so you can utilize all of my BLM resources, check it out here. I encourage you to do the same so your resources, posts, reposts, donation links and stories don’t disappear.
Black Mamas To Follow On Instagram:
- @clarkandstone
- @brandijeter
- @lizzymathis
- @michelleaoake – Pasadena
- @asekyb
- @themomtrotter
- @thetravelingchild
- @sweetpotatosoul
Black TikTok Creators To Follow:
And of course, I had to share some resources to introduce with your kids. Being a mom myself I realize it is my job to teach my son about these topics.
Resources to Share With Kids:
- Sesame Street – Coming Together: Standing Up To Racism
- Anti-Racism Books for Kids
- How To Talk To Your Kids About Anti-Racism
- Twelve Books to Help Children Understand Race, Anti-Racism and Protest
- Amazon Best Sellers in Children’s Prejudice & Racism Books
- 10 Kid-Friendly Black History Movies That Tackle Racism
- 50+ Children’s Books That Feature Kids of Color Just Being Kids
