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Highly rated Black-owned bakeries in North America

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Looking to support Black-owned businesses? We’ve rounded up 23 highly-rated Black-owned bakeries across North America to support now, and every day. The businesses below are listed in no particular order and range from cheesecakes in Elkins Park, PA to guava cake in Seattle, WA. A Girl Named Pinky Cake Boutique (Berkeley, CA) “Her designs are… Read more

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To spread the love and thank businesses for keeping our bellies full, homes afloat, and health top of mind, Yelpers on the Elite Squad have started writing thank you notes on Thursdays to businesses on Yelp.

Where to find masks across the US

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Mask via Yellowcake Shop Due to the ongoing pandemic, many communities are requiring the use of masks to help stop the spread of COVID-19. We connected with Community Managers across the US to highlight businesses that are making it easier to stay safe while supporting local. Some of these folks are traditional designers who have… Read more

Husband-and-wife team Tayo Giwa and Cynthia Gordy Giwa

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Tayo Giwa and Cynthia Gordy Giwa have been spotlighting Black-owned, Brooklyn-based businesses since the beginning of 2018 as an act of hyperlocal service journalism. We asked them about their approach to telling these stories and how the new momentum of the Black Lives Matter movement has impacted their digital publication. Q: What inspired you to… Read more

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As many of us think of recreation a little differently this summer, there’s one classic summer activity that’s been there for us every summer since 1933 and is feeling more relevant this summer than ever before—the drive-in theater.

Great bites by national parks

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While this summer may be different than summers past, people are making the most of it by getting out and enjoying the great outdoors. With some responsible social distancing, adventuring in a national park can make for great vacation. But when you’re in the middle of an expansive natural wonder, finding good eats can be… Read more

Cultural and Educational Resources For Allyship

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Yelp Los Angeles Community Director, Helina Medhin has compiled this Collection as a starting point for solidarity, education and allyship. Read on  for ideas on how to support local establishments (virtually and in real life) across the country while championing social change. From fighting a global pandemic, practicing social distancing, and adjusting to new normals––2020… Read more

Highly rated Black-owned vegan eateries across North America

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Looking to support Black-owned businesses? We’ve rounded up 19 highly-rated Black-owned vegan eateries across North America to support now, and every day. The businesses below are listed in no particular order and range from soul food in Detroit to vegan crab cakes in Washington D.C. In fact, consumer interest in plant-based food continues to gain… Read more