Each week the creative team at @CLTBlackOwned — Maddy, Jeff, Ashley and Jeremy — highlights a different Black-owned business in Charlotte and the surrounding area. Our city has a wide community of Black-owned retailers, restauranteurs, service-providers, creatives, consultants and innovators that don’t always get the spotlight, and this group’s mission is to change that.
To help them advance their mission and spread the word, we’ll recap their selections regularly in The Biscuit. Read the list below of businesses highlighted during the week of August 3. Support these entrepreneurs if you can and help spread the word to your friends and family. These businesses should be on the radar of everyone in the QC.
You can also suggest any Black-owned businesses that @CLTBlackOwned should know about. And give them a follow on Instagram to stay in the loop on their daily business recommendations!
Week of August 3, 2020
CLT Soy Candle
Category: Artisan Goods
Choice Words from CLTBO: “Aaliyah created CLT Soy Candle this year because of her deep love (and multiple purchases) of candles. She decided to create her own candles and has since been making these all natural products made from 100% soy wax. Hand poured with love, these candles will bring a warm, cozy smell like no other into your home.”
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704Horsemen
Category: Family Friendly Activity
Choice Words from CLTBO: “704 Horsemen host horseback riding lessons, trail rides, stable rides, birthday parties, and more! They are family owned and operated. Bingo, Jamarcus, and Poochie created their business to positively impact others by sharing their love of horses. In 2009, they initially started with four horses and rode with other cowboys in parades. After witnessing the happiness it brought to others they developed their business and now own twelve horses.”
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Taylor Maid Cleaning
Category: Cleaning Service
Choice Words from CLTBO: “Taylor Maid Cleaning provides residential and commercial cleaning! They pride themselves in dedication to perfection. Linda Brown began the business in 2016 and is continually growing. Taylor Maid Cleaning loves to see their customers smiling after leaving their home, daycare, office space, etc. spotless.”
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1501 South Mint
Category: Food & Drink
1501 S. Mint Street
Charlotte, NC 28203
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Choice Words from CLTBO: “This dog-friendly hangout has everything you need for the perfect day-or night-out, with food & drinks, games, live music…& your favorite furry friend! The owners Lezlie Briggs, Clyde Thomas & Zoe Thomas Prince opened 1501 in December of ‘19. During the shutdown phase of the pandemic, they served free meals to the community, doing whatever they could to lend a hand. Now back open (with special COVID hours), the place is back rocking and ready for you!”
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Sweet Like Honey Bakes
Category: Food & Drink
Choice Words from CLTBO: “Sweet Like Honey Bakes provides specialty cupcakes, cakes, and cake jars! They strive to ensure their products taste just as great as they look. Owner, Katlyn Johnson, began her business in late 2019 after turning her passion for baking into a business. The satisfaction and enjoyment that she experiences with her customers is what truly drives her! She finds joy in knowing her baked goods will create moments/memories in other’s lives.”
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*Featured image via Sweet Like Honey Bakes.
