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Supporting Black Businesses During Christmas And All Year Long
BY MONIQUE STAMPS Sentinel Staff Writer
After another year of COVID turmoil and social jus- tice wins and losses, many community members are look- ing to spend their hard-earned dollars in support of Black businesses. From national vendors to local, the Sentinel’s “Holiday Gift Guide” can give you a roadmap for giving gifts this year.
Local Businesses:
FRAMEWURK BODY SCULPTING
FrameWurk Body Sculpt- ing is a studio-based business in North Tampa dedicated to non-surgical methods to help control weight, reduce cel- lulite, and improve the appear- ance of skin.
To book a session: https://framewurkbyjuicy.as. me/ or send an email for pric-
ing: framewurkbyjuicy- @gmail.com.
E-KAKES
E-Kakes is owned and op- erated by Erica K. Williams. She prepares and sells fresh homemade baked goods, including quality cakes, pies, cookies and sweet treats for the Tampa Bay area. Each e-kake is made especially for you. https://www.-ekakes.com
RICCARDO’S Westshore Plaza
Riccardo's Menswear is a full-service haberdashery in the Westshore Plaza in Tampa, FL, offering contemporary classic menswear and person- alized service.
https://www.riccardo- smenswear.com/
GLOWMOUR BEAUTY 701 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Ste 6, Tampa, FL, 36303. Phone 813-693-2328
Newly relaunched Glow- mour Beauty is offering sev- eral packages for the season. Selfcare Kit includes Foot Peel, Foot Soak, Facial Mask, & Candle for $40. Skincare Starter Kit includes Cleanser, Toner, & Sunscreen for $40.. Bikini Kit includes Intimate Cleanser, Lotion, Restore In- grown Serum, & 3 Bikini Mask for $60.
https://glowmourbe- auty.com/
7TH AND GROVE 1930 E. 7th Ave. Tampa, FL 33605 (813) 649-8422
Nestled in the heart of Tampa, Florida in the Ybor City Historic District, 7th+Grove offers fresh authen- tic taste with a down home flair. 7th+Grove is an inviting adult-friendly space with ele- vated southern menu, warm ambiance, extraordinary serv- ice and creatively crafted cock- tails. Brunch is a great bet,
https://7thandgrove. com/
IDENTITY NARRATIVE ONLINE
Identity Narrative is a mod- ern+multifaceted, naturally derived inclusive fine fra- grance for persons and homes. Identity Narrative | Scent as Art.
https://www.identitynar- rative.com/
OGGERO CRAFTS
Hand-made jewelry and home décor. Business philoso- phy: I aim to create beautiful items for you and your home.
https://etsy.com/shop/O ggeroCrafts
BLUE SAGE BOUTIQUE Owner Christina founded Blue Sage Eco Boutique in 2013 to promote self-care, eco- friendly products and inten- tional living. Her product line includes all-natural, hand- poured soy candles made with essential oils, premium fra-
grance oils, crystals and love.
https://www.blue-sage- boutique.com/
OPEN CAFE
The Open Café is a delicious soul food restaurant in the heart of East Tampa. Stop by for delicious food and a wel- coming atmosphere. Location: 3222 N. 34th St., Tampa, FL 33605
NATURCEUTICS, INC.
Nature’s Prescription hair care line with shampoo, con- ditioners, pre-swim products, creams, and lotions. They are good for both natural and re- laxed hair. Most popular prod- ucts are the MVP Shampoo, Pre-Swim Conditioner, and the M.I.S.T. Daily Conditioner https://www.naturceu- tics.com/
VALCOOKS COOKBOOK Tampa native, Valerie Wilson Reed, created this interactive cookbook. Readers can scan a QR code that links directly to Valcooks Kitchen's free YouTube channel. Watch as Valcooks demonstrates the steps to making delicious meals with quick videos for
each recipe.
Available at The Write Stuff
, 3225 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa or online at
https://valcookskitchen. com/
DADDY O’S
Daddy O’s Patio Fine Din- ing offers upscale comfort food and delicious cocktails in Ybor City. Dishes include the Big Daddy’s Lobster Mac and Cheese Stuffed Turkey Leg, Oxtail Stew, and D’Usse Lamb Chops. Go by on Sunday for food and music. Opens at 11am. 1822 E. 7th Ave., Tampa, FL 33605
https://daddyospatioy- bor.com/
National Businesses
POPCORN QUEENS ONLINE
Mother and daughter team specializing in Gourmet Caramel Popcorn. Flavors such as Orange-Cranberry, Bourbon Pecan, Cinnamon Apple and Classic Caramel.
https://popcornqueens.
com
THE LIP BAR
The Lip Bar is a vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand that exists to help change the way you think about beauty. Every day people are being told how to be beautiful - so we’re here to remind you that you don’t have to change.
https://thelipbar.com
SYMPHONY CHIPS
A gourmet potato chip with a harmonious blend of flavors in every bite. Our chips are all natural, pairing well with wine and IPA beers, perfect for all ages.
https://symphonychips. com/
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