Mariah Taloa is on a mission: creating the perfect cultural fusion of pastries that represent her Samoan and Filipino American heritage. Her small business, Taloa’s Bakery, officially began in 2020. With mouth-watering menu items like Filimoas and Ube Pani Popo, the bakery owner shares her heritage with customers in a delicious way. “Our mission is…
Landon Lee and CJ Mendez watched a lot of cartoons as kids. The movement, the colors, the details — it was all part of their subconsciously growing fascination with the world of motion graphics. Years later, when Landon and CJ met at Sacramento State, their childhood cartoon obsession led to an instantaneous friendship. “We met…
After almost three decades as the President & CEO of the Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce (SacAsian), I can say with full candor that I learn something new every day. Knowledge is our currency, our catalyst. Every bit of knowledge, no matter how seemingly small, informs how we can drive change. At the Chamber,…
Summer in Sacramento is officially here! To celebrate, we’ve gathered some of the best activities, AAPI-owned eateries, and local spots from our SacAsian members. Scroll down to check out your summer shopping guide and to-do list! #SupportLocal and #ShopAAPI Green AcresPick up some summer plants at one of many Green Acres locations around Sacramento! Find…
Kimberly Lim began her small business with the goal of combining self-care with environmentally friendly products. Now, through her business Sun Kissed & Co., she has planted more than 600 trees, created custom products, and begun diving into the wholesale market. So, how did she do it? Sun Kissed & Co. started as many businesses…
The soul of Sacramento is rooted within the people who call it home — people from all cultures and backgrounds. One of the most recognizable elements of diversity in Sacramento is the variety of cuisines. As we kick off May and celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, we’re highlighting just a few…
Scroll down to read a message from our President & CEO, Pat Fong Kushida. Dear valued members and partners, In 2021, a year bookended by the pandemic, hard work took on new meanings. Hard work wasn’t just about trying our best under challenging circumstances. It meant doing everything possible to ensure the survival and success…
The Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce proudly welcomes a new board member from JPMorgan Chase, Nancy Coleman-Chavez, Community Engagement Relations Manager for Northern California. JPMorgan Chase and SacAsian share a commitment to uplifting communities of color, a mission that Nancy embodies. Nancy shared some insight into her goals and new role in this Q&A….
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and luckily, so are some great AAPI-owned local businesses in Sacramento who have the perfect gift for you and your loved ones. This Valentine’s Day Gift Guide has options for online shopping, in-person stores, and social media browsing. Flip through the guide below to find some ideas for…
In 2021, the Year of the Ox, the strength and resilience of the ox was necessary as we battled another year of a global pandemic and all the challenges of daily life. As we celebrate the Lunar New Year and enter 2022, the Year of the Tiger, we look forward to a year of ambition,…