We wanted to take a moment to highlight a few of our favorite local Black-owned businesses. Whether you’re looking for treats, candles, plants, or wine (or hey, for the perfect evening, why not all of the above?), these amazing entrepreneurs have got you covered.
Larkspur–6317 SE Holgate Blvd
Instagram: @larkspurportland
Cozy little plant shop located in Southeast Portland (two doors down from Ginger Salon Southeast, so check them out after your next appointment!). They offer a stunning variety of plants and plant-care education as well. PLUS, they are a Benefit Corporation, a portion of all their proceeds goes to funding local Horticultural Therapy programs, AND they hold no-cost monthly therapeutic horticulture group sessions! (You can donate to the sessions here: https://larkspurportland.com/community/.)
Dirty Radish–online
Instagram: @dirty_radish
Love wine? Crave travel? Want to combine the two and jump into your G.O.A.T. life? Meet Chevonne Ball. Founder of Dirty Radish and maker of a bright and food-friendly 2020 Willamette Valley Gamay Noir, Chevonne was named a Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers of 2020 by Wine Enthusiast as well as a Rising Star by SevenFifty Daily. Through her company, you can experience individualized wine and food tours in both the Willamette Valley and France, along with full wine and travel itineraries. She also offers hospitality consulting and wine curation services, educational seminars, and private wine tastings.
(P.S. Only 776 bottles of her Gamay Noir were made, so get yours before they’re gone!)
DB Dessert Company–2624 NE Alberta St, 6824 NE Glisan St, and (pretty soon!) in Rockwood Market Hall
Instagram: @dbdessertcompany
Desserts, pastries, and custom cakes. Need we say more? DB Dessert Company is committed to providing both superior customer service and deliciously outstanding products to the Portland community, whether you’re stopping in for a quick sweet treat or in need of something more elaborate for a special event. Each month sees three new cupcake flavors added to their menu, and they offer vegan and gluten-free options by pre-order. (They’ve also been known to carry a keto sweet or two!) Ummm… yum.
7 Flora Aromas–online
Instagram: @7floraaromas
Producer of some of the–no joke–most beautiful botanical wellness products you’ve ever seen. Crafted with herbs and flowers, essential oils, and salts, this shop offers bath bombs and bath teas, candles, and stunning smoke wands. Basically, your self-care routine is about to reach a whole new level of lovely. Please note: ordering is on hold until mid-March.
Obviously, this list is in no way exhaustive, and we encourage you to continue seeking out Black-owned businesses before making your regular purchases. Happy shopping!