Local in Colorado

–Colorado Cocoa Pod

These are handmade chocolates and they are so beautiful. They ship nationwide. There are so many unique flavors, be sure to go pre order a holiday box to ensure your friends (or just you) get it in time for the holidays. Go check out their amazing designs on their Instagram, @coloradococoapod

-Edward Joiner

This is for the fashion forward friend who is also trying to reduce their carbon footprint! Check out this Black owned, women led company. Their designs are amazing, you might need to pick up something for yourself while you’re at it! Check out their podcast “Beyond the Garment” (it’s free to listen and support). Instagram: @edwardjoinerofficial

-Zero Market

If you are in the Aurora area, check out this zero waste shop! I came across it a couple weeks ago and it was such a pleasant surprise. They have everything from self care items, reusable straws, and essential oils. Check this place out! It’s one of the first zero waste markets in Colorado. They are housed in Stanley Market!

-Shop at Matter

Found this on the Oprah website and it’s a list of Black-Owned bookstores all across America, this is the one in Denver, Colorado. They have, not only, books, but also stationary, prints, pins, and more. Go support local bookstores, they need our help!!

-The Lark

Here is your one stop shop for baby products, apparel, and other infant needs. They also have home decor, hosting items, and other cute soaps and fragrances!

-Third Culture Bakery

Check this place out if you love mochi doughnuts. There are a few locations in California, but if you are local and want to be careful, you can have these doughnuts delivered to you via UberEats.

-Bakery Four

I have yet to try this place out because they sell out within an HOUR on the weekends, I highly recommend supporting your local bakeries because they are working hard during this pandemic to sell a craft that is seriously underappreciated. Their Instagram handle is @bakery.four!

–Denver Post

I think subscriptions to local papers should be more popular! It’s a great way to keep the quality of local news up to par and also keeps the recipient well informed.

I have some more posts coming up. I hope this sparks some ideas! Remember shopping local is super important, especially in a time like this.

Up next: HOW TO SUPPORT RESTAURANTS!

Stay safe!

JLee