Woman Owned Businesses To Support in San Diego

Casa y Cocina is the newest edition to Ray Street in North Park. Artelexia’s “big sister”, Elexia De La Parra’s newest store, highlights the rich culture of Mexico from various gourmet food items to tableware. Stepping inside truly feels like you’ve been transported inside the bustling mercados of Mexico. Finding everything from unique gourmet salts like Sal de Hoja Aquacate (Avocado Leaf Salt) to beautifully crafted wood tortilla presses from Michoacán. Casa y Cocina puts a spotlight on Mexican artists & Latinx-owned small businesses. Don’t forget to swing by Artelexia too – there’s a fun photo opp in between both stores! You can also shop over on their online store @ casaycocina.com

Meet Cute is a queer-woman owned, feminist bookshop new to 30th ave in North Park. Romance book fans rejoice, this should be on the top of your list! They have the cutest mural (hello photo opp) designed by the most talented local artist, Hanna @hannasmurals. Head over to their store for some merch or just a good ol’book. They even have a bookclub & always have a ton of fun events– so don’t forget to check out their site @ meetcutebookshop.com

Chef Pricilla Curiel, of Tuetano Taqueria opened a cafecito & burrito-house in National City & it’s the grab & go breakfast of our dreams. Serving up Tijuana style burritos inspired by family recipes. The machata ranchera was one of our fav along with their chilaquiles. Don’t sleep on their conchas – they are like little fluffy clouds in your mouth. Pro tip, their “Iced Conchita Latte” gets you your iced coffee fix & concha so you can have your cake & eat it too. You’re welcome.