The Entrepreneurs

Stories behind the food we love.

Home Court: How One Portland Bar Became a Movement 

By Becca Knowlton

Chef Jenny Nguyen founded The Sports Bra, the world’s first bar dedicated to women’s sports. Now she’s taking it national. 

Restaurateur and Author Molly Irani: Lessons of the Heart and Hospitality 

By Elizabeth Hazard

Chai Pani cofounder Molly Irani has written a book, Service Ready, about the journey of opening a restaurant with her husband.

A Calling for Cupcakes? Mignon Francois Answered

By Stacy Brooks

The founder of Nashville’s The Cupcake Collection shares her secrets for success.

UrFriendCharles is Curating the Black-owned Spirits Business

By Allanah Dykes

Founder Charles Everett III aims to be the Trader Joe’s for his community.

The Real Estate Empire Launched with a Cookie

By Theodora Tsevas

Peter Phillips had not crossed 30 when he opened his first Chip City shop.

A Little Valentine's Warmth with Amber Siegel

By Ken Carlton

Hometown inspiration, creativity, and passion from the founder of SweetAmbs.

Serious Chutzpah: A New York Bagel Pop-Up in Miami

By Ashley Archambault

Neighborhood Bagels is this transplant’s homage to home.

The Farmers Finds: Bringing Local Homegrown Products to Your Door

By Elizabeth Hazard

Founder Loretta Markevics turned her love of farmers markets into a nationwide business.

The Road from Sports Medicine to Cookie Mix Founder and CEO

By Allanah Dykes

Beyondish chats with Lindsay Hancock of My Better Batch.