One way to promote racial equality in our society is to support Black-owned businesses whenever you can—including when you travel.
“在达到一个公平和平等的地方, it’s important that we support Black-owned businesses financially—not with just lip service, 但要有强有力的财政支持,厄尔·库珀二世说, 协会主席 黑人商业协会.A.
许多加州旅游景点和媒体都有, 在过去的几年里, 精心策划了值得支持的黑人企业名单. 除了…之外 探索洛杉矶黑人企业指南， the 洛杉矶时报, 洛杉矶杂志, and 拉人 收集了大量的收藏品. 旧金山旅游创建 这个列表，和SF Eater一起制作了一份全面的 黑人餐馆指南 横跨湾区.
也有类似的资源 圣地亚哥, 奥兰治县, 夫勒斯诺市, 萨克拉门托以及整个州. And here’s our list—a collection of 16 Black-owned businesses covering a wide variety of categories, 按地区组织.
加州北部
非裔美国人表达
This 萨克拉门托 store is the largest Black-owned gift and greeting card company in the world. 以引人注目的设计和令人心酸的艺术作品而闻名, 非裔美国人表达 offers the best selection in culturally authentic gifts such as African-American calendars, 贺卡, 雕像, 和更多的.
马库斯的书
奥克兰的马库斯书店, 美国最古老的黑人书店, has seen an uptick in business as more people turn to books to educate themselves on issues of race in the U.S. This 60-year-old independent bookstore is not only a venue to showcase Black authors, but it also functions as a safe-space forum for patrons to discuss current events.
麦克布莱德姐妹系列
分开多年之后, half-sisters Robin and Andréa McBride connected and created the world’s largest African American–owned wine company. 总部设在奥克兰, their offerings include the Black Girl Magic collection (including a Riesling, 玫瑰, 以及混合红葡萄酒和罐装葡萄酒系列, 她可以(包括长相思和玫瑰红). The wines celebrate the flavors of New Zealand and the Central Coast of California, 并且可以通过酒厂以折扣价运往全国 葡萄酒俱乐部.
宫古古风冰淇淋
Thomas Bennett and his daughter Teresa Bennett have operated the only Black-owned ice cream parlor in San Francisco for 30 years. The shop is situated in the culturally diverse Fillmore District and the undisputed bestselling flavor is Cookies and Cream.
米妮贝尔的
老板Fernay McPherson, who learned to cook from her great aunt Minnie and her grandmother Lillie Bell, serves traditional family recipes and soulful food out of her Emeryville restaurant—including rosemary fried chicken, 炖蔬菜, 还有蜜饯山药.
媒体艺术
In this creative workspace in the heart of San Francisco’s Mission District, DJ Lamont educates all ages and experience levels to follow their passion and explore the necessary skills to DJ. Learn how to record a mix, participate in formal talks, take creative workshops, 和更多的.
户外非洲式发型
2009年在奥克兰成立, this organization is dedicated to celebrating and inspiring Black connections and leadership in nature. Today, 在60多个城市都有网络, 户外非洲式发型 volunteers lead their community members in intergenerational activities such as kayaking, 钓鱼, 徒步旅行, 观鸟, 骑马, and swimming; for Juneteenth (June 19), 该组织的目标是激励50人,两千人去外面.5 hours to reflect on the day in 1866 when the enslaved people of Galveston, Texas, 了解到他们的自由.事实发生5年后.
加州中部
Alavina护肤
In Arroyo Grande, owner Cassandra Grossman is on a mission to keep your skin healthy. 这个护肤系列是有机的混合物, 从西瓜籽中提取的冷榨油, 石榴, 红莓, 荷荷巴油, 咖啡豆, 和其他天然成分.
Dr. 雅克·查尔斯美学，健康 & 健康研究所
这个独特的圣巴巴拉业务包括按摩疗法, 营养和生活方式咨询, 以及其他各种健康和保健服务. Let the stress melt away as you receive a relaxing massage or pamper yourself with a facial or body treatment.
Hush-Harbor工匠面包店 & Café
Owner Donnie Monroe oversees this quaint Atascadero bakery-café specializing in artisan breads and pastries. Enjoy a selection of tasty food and local wines while listening to jazz greats such as John Coltrane and Sarah Vaughn.
Smobbin 559
夫勒斯诺市 native James Graham gave up a career as a probation officer to become a full-time artist, 他充满活力的作品绝对值得一看. 他拥有非常多样化的技能——彩色壁画, 图纸, paintings as well as chalk and mixed media art—that burst with creativity and passion.
南加州
阿开木树
Your taste buds will spring to life at this 圣地亚哥 restaurant that serves dishes originating from the Maroon people in Jamaica. 特色菜单包括羊头汤, 加咸鱼的卡拉卢, 还有棕色炖鸡.
查尔斯葡萄酒公司
总部位于洛杉矶, the family-owned 查尔斯葡萄酒公司 features a portfolio of premium wines distributed under three labels: Paul Charles Series, 樱桃汽酒雷司令, 和《交响bbin游戏官网的葡萄酒》. Grape varieties used in this Black-owned business’ wines include Zinfandel, 夏敦埃酒, 赤霞珠, 黑皮诺, 以及相对较新进入葡萄世界的symphony.
都兰的灵魂美食厨房
Owner Adolf Dulan is the self-proclaimed “King of Soul” and he has more than 40 years of experience in the L.A. 食物的场景. 作为"洛杉矶灵魂美食第一家庭"的创始人,” he serves up one-of-a-kind culinary experiences at his Inglewood location and at the Dulan’s SFK on West Century Boulevard.
(Jendayi集合
This full-service jewelry retailer prides itself on providing customers with culturally inspired custom wedding rings and fine jewelry—often featuring unique gemstones sourced from around the world. Shop online or arrange for an appointment so you can see the sparkling creations in person.
岩城攀岩
Put your mind and body to the test at this indoor climbing facility in Anaheim. 它不仅是一个健身房，也是登山者的社区聚会场所, 从新手到高手, 想在适合家庭的环境中爬墙.
Stuzo服装
Los Angeles resident Stoney Michelli Love created this unique clothing brand for non-conforming, gender-free customers as well as for popular celebs such as Tiffany Haddish, 莉娜Waithe, 斯派克·李, 和贾达·平克特·史密斯.
