La Cocina http://www.lacocinasf.org San Francisco Incubator Kitchen for Women Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:31:17 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 How to Start a Food Business in San Francisco — An Orientation to La Cocina http://www.lacocinasf.org/how-to-start-a-food-buisiness-in-san-francisco-an-orientation-to-la-cocina-2/ http://www.lacocinasf.org/how-to-start-a-food-buisiness-in-san-francisco-an-orientation-to-la-cocina-2/#comments Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:20:45 +0000 JFlynn http://www.lacocinasf.org/?p=2528 When: October 20th at 6pm-8pm Where: La Cocina (2948 Folsom St. SF, CA 94110) Como Empezar un Pequeño Negocio de Comida en San Francisco - Una Orientación a La Cocina Cuando: el 2o de Octubre de 6pm a 8pm Donde: La Cocina (2948 Folsom St. SF, CA 94110)]]>

When: October 20th at 6pm-8pm

Where: La Cocina (2948 Folsom St. SF, CA 94110)

If you’ve ever wanted to start a small food business, or wondered what exactly La Cocina does, this is the workshop for you!

Join us for a two hour, jam-packed workshop on the basics of starting a food business in San Francisco as well as information about how you apply for La Cocina’s incubator program if you qualify.

Please come ready to take notes. You will leave this workshop with basic knowledge of how to get your business started, a list of resources that you can work with to make this happen, and detailed knowledge of La Cocina’s application process. No RSVP necessary.

*If you can’t make this Orientation, please note that we host this workshop four times each year.

Como Empezar un Pequeño Negocio de Comida en San Francisco — Una Orientación a La Cocina

Cuando: el 20 de Octubre de 6pm a 8pm

Donde: La Cocina (2948 Folsom St. SF, CA 94110)

Si ha querido empezar un pequeño negocio de comida o si quiere mas información de lo que realmente hace La Cocina, este es el taller para Ud.

Ven por un taller de dos horas lleno de información sobre los fundamentales de como empezar un pequeño negocio en San Francisco y además información de como aplicar para el programa de incubación de negocios de La Cocina si califica.

Por favor venga listo para anotar información. Se ira de este taller con información de como comenzar su negocio y una lista de recursos que le pueden ayudar lograrlo. También, tendrá la información de como aplicar a La Cocina. No necesita avisar si viene.

*Si no puede venir en esta fecha, por favor anote que damos este taller cuatro veces al año.

]]> http://www.lacocinasf.org/how-to-start-a-food-buisiness-in-san-francisco-an-orientation-to-la-cocina-2/feed/ 0 Vote for Your Favorite Website! http://www.lacocinasf.org/vote-for-your-favorite-website-2/ http://www.lacocinasf.org/vote-for-your-favorite-website-2/#comments Tue, 17 Aug 2010 18:16:04 +0000 JFlynn http://www.lacocinasf.org/?p=2917 Wells Fargo has teamed up with La Cocina and local designers to create websites for 5 La Cocina businesses.

Thanks to everyone who voted for their favorite site. We'll announce with winners on Wednesday!

]]> Wells Fargo has teamed up with La Cocina and local designers to create websites for 5 La Cocina businesses.

Thanks to everyone who voted for their favorite site. We’ll announce with winners on Wednesday!

]]> http://www.lacocinasf.org/vote-for-your-favorite-website-2/feed/ 0 Maite Catering http://www.lacocinasf.org/maite-catering/ http://www.lacocinasf.org/maite-catering/#comments Tue, 17 Aug 2010 01:36:03 +0000 JFlynn http://www.lacocinasf.org/?p=2900 Owner: Constanza Ortiz Maite Catering is a catering company focused on making bite-sized treats. Constanza Ortiz, the owner, went to culinary school and found that of all the different skills, what she loved best was making things small. From mini empanadas to tiny little ceviche cups to gorgeous and delicious Petit Fours, Maite catering can [...]]]> Owner: Constanza Ortiz

Maite Catering is a catering company focused on making bite-sized treats. Constanza Ortiz, the owner, went to culinary school and found that of all the different skills, what she loved best was making things small. From mini empanadas to tiny little ceviche cups to gorgeous and delicious Petit Fours, Maite catering can make any delicious small bite for your next cocktail party.

Maite Catering puts together parties focused on food that can be quickly and easily eaten and can take care of everything including flowers, music, and table settings. Maite Catering can also work with other catering companies to provide the appetizers and mini desserts for a larger event.

Phone: 415.632.8329

Website: www.maitecatering.com]]> http://www.lacocinasf.org/maite-catering/feed/ 0 Ica Juices http://www.lacocinasf.org/ica-juices/ http://www.lacocinasf.org/ica-juices/#comments Tue, 17 Aug 2010 01:22:41 +0000 JFlynn http://www.lacocinasf.org/?p=2893 Owner: Dora Paredes Dora is from Ica, Peru and grew up drinking juices made with all of the delicious tropical fruits and vegetables that grow in that area. She worked at a juice stand and learned the fine art of squeezing juices fresh and invented her own suite of delicious flavor combinations that her customers [...]]]> Owner: Dora Paredes

Dora is from Ica, Peru and grew up drinking juices made with all of the delicious tropical fruits and vegetables that grow in that area. She worked at a juice stand and learned the fine art of squeezing juices fresh and invented her own suite of delicious flavor combinations that her customers came to love. In Ica, everyone begins their day with a juice or smoothie and derives joy from the daily ritual (much like the American cup of coffee) of getting to chat with the juice maker, see other regulars, and nourish the soul with fruits and vegetables.

Ica Juices brings this delicious and refreshing aspect of Peruvian culture to San Francisco. Dora uses only fresh (never frozen) fruits, vegetables, and herbs to make delicious beverages.

Telephone: 415.724.7948

Website: Coming Soon! ]]> http://www.lacocinasf.org/ica-juices/feed/ 0 Slow Jams http://www.lacocinasf.org/slow-jams/ http://www.lacocinasf.org/slow-jams/#comments Tue, 17 Aug 2010 01:11:47 +0000 JFlynn http://www.lacocinasf.org/?p=2886 Owner: Shakirah Simley Slow Jams is a woman-owned business dedicated to creating small-batch artisan jams, preserves and spreads that showcases the bounty of the Bay Area and fosters community through canning. To ensure that our products are truly fresh, seasonal and local, Slow Jams is committed to using sustainably grown ingredients locally sourced from urban [...]]]> Owner: Shakirah Simley

Slow Jams is a woman-owned business dedicated to creating small-batch artisan jams, preserves and spreads that showcases the bounty of the Bay Area and fosters community through canning. To ensure that our products are truly fresh, seasonal and local, Slow Jams is committed to using sustainably grown ingredients locally sourced from urban and rural growers.

Slow Jams’ products are unique in that they incorporate ingredients from small family farms and urban growers, such as urban farms, community gardens and even backyard gardens. Slow Jams offers products that have more than a local flair, these products utilize an untapped growing network of urban farms and gardens and turn them into delicious homemade preserves.

Slow Jams keeps it simple by using as few ingredients as possible; never resorting to any artificial ingredients or sweeteners, flavoring agents, commercial pectin, GMOs or pesticide-laden, waxed or frozen fruit or herbs in our products.

Slow Jams are always made by hand, in small batches, and contain innovative, flavor pairings based mainly on seasonal availability of ingredients.

Email: shakirah@eatslowjams.com

Website: www.eatslowjams.com]]> http://www.lacocinasf.org/slow-jams/feed/ 0 Sweets Collection http://www.lacocinasf.org/sweets-collection/ http://www.lacocinasf.org/sweets-collection/#comments Tue, 17 Aug 2010 01:00:46 +0000 JFlynn http://www.lacocinasf.org/?p=2882 Owner: Rosa Rodriguez Sweets Collection is inspired by the idea of an Art Collection – our art is edible and sweet. Rosa is an artist from Mexico who had her paintings exhibited in galleries before learning the art of painting into gelatin. This type of art in gelatin originated in France, it was imported to [...]]]> Owner: Rosa Rodriguez

Sweets Collection is inspired by the idea of an Art Collection – our art is edible and sweet.

Rosa is an artist from Mexico who had her paintings exhibited in galleries before learning the art of painting into gelatin. This type of art in gelatin originated in France, it was imported to Mexico by a citizen who emigrated. There it was developed and perfected then it was exported to other countries in Latin America. In the United States this art is just beginning to develop very successfully, because is a new and unique option in the area of desserts. Rosa is proudly bringing it to San Francisco.

Beginning this company, Sweets Collection, is Rosa’s way of creating a space for her edible art. It is important to her that in the world of sweets, which we all enjoy, that flavor and creativity as well as the ability to share something special with family, dear friends or clients all come together.

Her sweet, artistic creations are available by special order.

Email: info@3dartdesserts.com

Website: www.3dartdesserts.com]]> http://www.lacocinasf.org/sweets-collection/feed/ 0 Chiefo’s Nigerian http://www.lacocinasf.org/chiefos-nigerian/ http://www.lacocinasf.org/chiefos-nigerian/#comments Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:53:33 +0000 JFlynn http://www.lacocinasf.org/?p=2878 Owner: Chiefo Chukwudebe Chiefo was founded on the basic agenda of cultural exchange. Chiefo strives to bring the best of West Africa, in particular Nigeria and Cote d’Ivoire, to the Bay Area though food, drink, laughter community and music while at the same time giving back to the regions in Africa where some of her [...]]]> Owner: Chiefo Chukwudebe

Chiefo was founded on the basic agenda of cultural exchange. Chiefo strives to bring the best of West Africa, in particular Nigeria and Cote d’Ivoire, to the Bay Area though food, drink, laughter community and music while at the same time giving back to the regions in Africa where some of her ingredients are grown.

She supports local Bay Area farmers and producers, uses seasonal ingredients when possible, and are environmently conscious. Also, drawing on her Peace Corps experience in Cote d’Ivoire, Chiefo supports the farmers in West Africa by practicing fair trade and support cooperatives in the villages where her products are grown with an emphasis on woman-based small businesses.

Chiefo believes that a business, regardless of the size, can foster change, particularly in the lives of African women. Chiefo’s Nigerian is a catering and event company.

Email: chiefo3@yahoo.com

Website: Coming Soon!]]> http://www.lacocinasf.org/chiefos-nigerian/feed/ 0 AйDa Piroshki http://www.lacocinasf.org/a%d0%b9da-piroshki/ http://www.lacocinasf.org/a%d0%b9da-piroshki/#comments Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:10:12 +0000 JFlynn http://www.lacocinasf.org/?p=2871 Owner: Anna Tvelova AйDa Piroshki is an old tradition and with a new approach. Piroshkies are traditional Russian food. They are individual-sized leaf-shaped baked buns stuffed with variety of fillings. Anna makes her piroshkis using wholesome ingredients choosing products that have high fiber (whole wheat flour and wheat bran), lean protein (1% milk, chicken breast, [...]]]> Owner: Anna Tvelova

AйDa Piroshki is an old tradition and with a new approach. Piroshkies are traditional Russian food. They are individual-sized leaf-shaped baked buns stuffed with variety of fillings.

Anna makes her piroshkis using wholesome ingredients choosing products that have high fiber (whole wheat flour and wheat bran), lean protein (1% milk, chicken breast, etc.), a variety of vegetables, fruit and of course, no trans fat. Baking is not only the traditional way to cook piroshki, it is also makes them healthier and lighter. Anna also uses healthy cooking techniques such as steaming, boiling, baking and sautéing, for all fillings.

In Russia, the symbol of motherhood is the MATRYOSHKA, which is featured in the logo. Anna’s Russian mother taught her how to cook piroshki and she learned it from her mother. Each Matryoshka in the АйDa Piroshki logo represents each of the main food groups: Grains, Fruit, Vegetables and Protein, the ingredients that everyone needs to stay healthy and happy.

AйDa Piroshki are available by special order for parties or to sell at cafes and restaurants.

Email: info@andapiroshki.com

Website: www.andapiroshki.com]]> http://www.lacocinasf.org/a%d0%b9da-piroshki/feed/ 0 Global Soul http://www.lacocinasf.org/global-soul/ http://www.lacocinasf.org/global-soul/#comments Mon, 16 Aug 2010 23:56:50 +0000 JFlynn http://www.lacocinasf.org/?p=2864 Owners: Christina Aviles and Jessica Phadungsilp Global Soul was born out of owners Christina and Jessica’s heritage and their love of travel — they grew up eating Nicaraguan and Cuban and Thai food (respectively) and both love to travel and eat like locals whenever they are abroad, on the streets at hawker markets and on [...]]]> Owners: Christina Aviles and Jessica Phadungsilp

Global Soul was born out of owners Christina and Jessica’s heritage and their love of travel — they grew up eating Nicaraguan and Cuban and Thai food (respectively) and both love to travel and eat like locals whenever they are abroad, on the streets at hawker markets and on street corners.

Global Soul brings street eats from all over the world to San Francisco. From Thai Rice Pudding to Cuban Potato Salad to Spicy Kerala Curry, Global Soul does it all. They can cater any type of event (with or without a truck) and they sell at the Off the Grid Market at Fort Mason Center on Friday nights and will soon be picking some new spots where you can get food from their street food truck.

Email: streeteats@globalsoultruck.com

Website: www.globalsoultruck.com]]> http://www.lacocinasf.org/global-soul/feed/ 0 Love and Hummus http://www.lacocinasf.org/love-hummus/ http://www.lacocinasf.org/love-hummus/#comments Mon, 16 Aug 2010 23:37:37 +0000 JFlynn http://www.lacocinasf.org/?p=2853 Owner: Donna Sky Love and Hummus is born out of owner, Donna’s memories of a childhood spent with her grandmother  making hummus from scratch from a recipe passed down through her family for generations. When Donna’s daughter, Bria, was old enough to enjoy hummus, Donna, a busy working mom, started buying hummus from stores but [...]]]> Owner: Donna Sky

Love and Hummus is born out of owner, Donna’s memories of a childhood spent with her grandmother  making hummus from scratch from a recipe passed down through her family for generations.

When Donna’s daughter, Bria, was old enough to enjoy hummus, Donna, a busy working mom, started buying hummus from stores but they always came up short of what her expectations and memories of homemade hummus were. She called up her grandmother and realized that there was an opportunity to share her recipe for hummus with people like herself who were looking for a high quality product that was still quick and convenient.

Love and Hummus Co. is passionate about creating delicious hummus and Mediterranean food that is all organic, lovingly handmade in a green kitchen, and scooped into earth-friendly packaging.  Donna’s hummus will be sold in glass jars that can be recycled or re-used and a percentage of profits will go to nonprofits.

Love and Hummus is still in the final stages of product development but will be on the shelves soon!

Email:donna@loveandhummus.com

Website: www.loveandhummus.com ]]> http://www.lacocinasf.org/love-hummus/feed/ 0