The Entrepreneurs

Stories behind the food we love.

This Lawyer-Turned-Baker Followed Her Sweet Dreams

By Ashley Archambault

At the urging of her daughters, Daphne Subar launched a biscotti business.

One Stop Shopping for Pizza and Sushi? Why Not?

By Stacy Brooks

Pizzeria Maki in Greenville, Delaware brings together two beloved flavor propositions under one roof.

She Retired Her Corporate Job to Pursue Her Passion

By Ashley Archambault

This entrepreneur blended her social media chops and baking expertise to create her dream job with CupKate’s.

Putting their Love Into a Texas Bodega

By Marc Cuenco

This San Antonio couple quit their day job to turn a corner store into a wonderland of global treats. They also never ran out of TP during the pandemic.

Three Wishes Cereal: Nostalgia Meets Nutrition

By Marc Cuenco

When they couldn’t find a healthy choice for their firstborn, they decided to create one by themselves.

Q & A With a Cookie Decorating Expert

By Amanda Mactas

Amber Spiegel, aka SweetAmbs, has turned the art of cookie design into a delicious (and viral) sensation.  

Modern Waffle

Waffles and Lobsters? Who Knew?

By Allanah Dykes

A food service veteran and his Pastor Mom bring a slew of new flavors to the Omaha food truck scene.

Saltery Offers a Pinch of the Sea

By Elizabeth Hazard

From the markets of Paris to the sea air of Massachusetts, these salty dreams became a flavorful business.

Southern Roots Vegan Bakery

This Black-owned Bakery Recreates Plant-based Southern Classics 

By Nicolette Degrassi

A Netflix documentary changed the lives of this San Antonio couple, now owners of Southern Roots Vegan Bakery.