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February 17, 2022…The Silver Room

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Check out this black-owned jewelry/appeal shop located in Hyde Park. Founded and still owned by Eric Williams, their mission is to create community through art and culture. 

https://thesilverroom.com/pages/about-us

February 10, 2022…Luella’s Southern Kitchen 

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If you’re in the mood for some southern food, we recommend Luella’s Southern Kitchen. 

https://www.luellassouthernkitchen.com/

February 4, 2022…Black Owned Sweets Shop

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Want to satisfy your sweet tooth? Check out this black owned sweets shop located on the west side of Chicago!

https://www.schweetfoods.com/

January 20, 2022…Semicolon

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Need a new bookstore to visit? Check out Semicolon, a black woman-owned bookstore in Wicker Park!

https://www.semicolonchi.com/

November 18, 2021…Brown Sugar Bakery

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Brown Sugar Bakery is a Black-owned Bakery with two locations: one on 75th Street, and the other on Navy Pier. Check them out!

https://www.brownsugarbakerychicago.com/

November 11, 2021…Black-owned Candle Companies 

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Fall is the season of candles! Check out this list of Black-owned candle companies that are making amazing scents!

https://www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/g33247000/black-owned-candle-companies/

November 4, 2021…Black-Owned Self Care Products 

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Winter and Fall time means staying inside, which is more opportunity to practice self care! Here is a list of Black-owned self care products.

https://www.self.com/gallery/black-owned-self-care-products

October 28, 2021…Black-Owned Restaurants 

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What are some black-owned restaurants in the Chicagoland area that you love? Let us know down below!

October 21, 2021…Give Me Some Sugah 

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Give Me Some Sugah is a Black-owned bakery located in South Shore, Chicago. Check out their Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/givemesomesugah71/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=78a0b41c-90c3-48a5-b9aa-fb982e04fc20

October 14, 2021…Tier NYC

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Tier NYC is a black-owned loungewear brand. It’s a bit pricey, but they have many different designs and cute colors!

https://www.shoptier.nyc/shop-tier/essentials/hoodies-sweatshirts

October 7, 2021…Design Essentials 

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Looking for some new hair care products, check out Design Essentials!

https://designessentials.com/shop-all/?utm_campaign=44_Branded+Campaign&utm_term=design%20essentials%20products&utm_medium=ppc&utm_source=adwords&hsa_ver=3&hsa_mt=e&hsa_kw=design%20essentials%20products&hsa_acc=8359869719&hsa_grp=69995401395&hsa_tgt=kwd-319895601501&hsa_ad=382054574603&hsa_src=g&hsa_cam=1079143851&hsa_net=adwords&gclid=CjwKCAjwzOqKBhAWEiwArQGwaFxIUIeQl85GRpIWpgkcuugvpy62DRGPGhS7kSZnCOPL4uOW34WCuRoCmUAQAvD_BwE

September 30, 2021…Pink Panini Soups & Salads 

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If you’re in the South Suburbs, check out Pink Panini Soups & Salads in Hazel Crest! https://pinkpaninisoupsandsalads.com/#

September 23, 2021…Moods by Yemmie

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Moods by Yemmie is a Black-owned candle company inspired by your moods!

September 16, 2021…Shea Shea Bakery 

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Check out Shea Shea Bakery skincare for new products to elevate your self care day!

https://sheamakery.com/

September 9, 2021…Black-Owned Yarn Businesses 

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Do you like to crochet? Well, here are some Black-owned yarn businesses that you can check out: https://shoppeblack.us/2020/11/black-owned-yarn-businesses/

September 2, 2021…Luella’s Southern Kitchen

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Luella’s Southern Kitchen is “Chicago’s Best Southern Kitchen!” Check them out: https://www.luellassouthernkitchen.com/

August 26, 2021…Harold’s Shrimp and Chicken

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The iconic Harold’s Shrimp is chicken has a location near UIC on Taylor.

https://www.haroldsshrimpandchicken.com/

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