There’s a meme circling the internet that says, “a generation of people raised on eating Lunchables are now making charcuterie cool,” and it’s true. Emmie Boedecker took matters into her own hands and found her niche making cheese, meats, and fruit platters. Photo Credit: Boards by Emmie Boards By Emmie specializes in assembling food platters, […]
Category: Business Spotlight
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Business Spotlight: Classic Violins
Classic Violins, 403 Main St., is new to the Racine area, but not to serving Southeastern Wisconsin. This specialty shop rents, sells, repairs, and restores string instruments including violins, violas, and cellos. Classic Violins is also serving musicians at their locations in Mundelein, Illinois, and Kenosha, Wisconsin. A soft opening was held at the Downtown […]
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Business Spotlight: Kabab and Grill
From their family’s cookbook to the streets of Racine, Kabab and Grill is bringing diversity to Racine County. Kabab and Grill, 1327 Washington Ave, offers Pakistani and Indian cuisine. They have been in business for 4 years, but are planning to move their location to their family-owned banquet hall. Punjabi Banquet Hall, 1504 Washington Ave, […]
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Business Spotlight: YellowBus Photo Booth
We are just surpassing a year of living through a global pandemic. Anniversaries, company events, parties, and weddings were pushed to the back burner. Now that vaccines are rolling out, it’s time to get the party started. YellowBus Photo Booth has you covered to capture the moment. Ky and Stephanie Olsen are the owners of […]
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Business Spotlight: Manda Martinez Designs
During Women’s History Month, Amanda Martinez decided to follow her passion and launch her own small business. She left a corporate Graphic Design role at Uline, 12575 Uline Dr, to become her own boss. Manda Martinez Designs is a business striving to create brands, events, and spaces with soul. Martinez says, “my main objective is […]
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Business Spotlight: Social on Sixth
An event space is opening in the downtown Racine area called Social on Sixth. Located at 324 6th Street, Joan Roehre will open the business to provide the area with a space to collaborate. Social on Sixth is bringing new life to a monumental building in Racine. Roehre is looking to build on that. With […]
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Business Spotlight: Chit Chaat
The talk of the town is that Chit Chaat, 550 State Street. Pakistani dishes aren’t always easy to find in Southeastern Wisconsin, but now that Chit Chaat is on the map, you don’t have to look any further. Owners Junaid and Angela Shafique are sharing a piece of their life with those who are looking to […]
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Business Spotlight: Ramen Racine
A new small business in town is packed with flavor. What started as a pop-up restaurant is now making a permanent home on the south side of the city. Ramen Racine, 2920 Taylor Ave, is now operating out of the kitchen at Blue Bear. You don’t have to worry about missing out on your favorite […]
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Business Spotlight: Quirky Cookies
Quirky Cookies is one local teacher’s dream coming to life. Tammy Vallone-Seaberg was an educator at both Racine Unified School District and Kenosha Unified School District. As a retiree, she’s transformed her house into her own cookie business. Vallone-Seaberg has been a lifelong baker, but she has the COVID-19 pandemic to thank for kickstarting her […]
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Business Spotlight: Wings of Fire Consulting
If you’ve attended any local events around Racine, chances are you’ve run into Kristina Watanabe. She’s a Racine enthusiast as well as a local business owner. Wings of Fire Consulting is her own take on providing the local area with wellness and healing. Kristina is known as the “fiery founder,” but is also a National […]
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Business Spotlight: Envy Racine
Envy Racine, 232 Main Street, is a business that aims to keep sales local and prides itself on being black-owned. This week’s RCE Business Spotlight, Envy Racine, is newer to the area, but not to Wisconsin. Their goal is to serve the community while encouraging people to support small businesses. This shop is more than […]
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Business Spotlight: Dragon Pit BBQ
Before 2020 ends, you’ll want to sneak in one last meal before the new year’s diet kicks in. The Racine County Eye knows just the restaurant to try. Dragon Pit BBQ is a local pop-up barbecue that operates out of The Branch at 1501 located at 1501 Washington Avenue in Uptown Racine. Functioning bi-weekly and […]
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Business Spotlight: TaejaVu’s on Main
TaejaVu’s on Main, 240 Main Street, is located in the soul of Racine. They’ve paired the perfect location with scrumptious soul food and seafood. The owner, Tasia White has a passion for people and good food. During a global pandemic, White persisted and is building a wonderful establishment. This former educator is also a natural-born […]
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Business Spotlight: Orange Thread Collection
Kristyn Bartlett purchased Orange Thread Collection in May of 2020 with hopes to end fast fashion by providing Racine with a resale shop. The reopening of Orange Thread Collection, 302 Main Street, was an unexpected but pleasant surprise. In the winter of 2019, the shop was not active on social media or open regularly. Now, […]
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Business Spotlight: Low Daily
Low Daily, 700 North Pine Street, is making history in the historical Downtown Burlington area. This local brewery and taproom is offering a unique experience for the community. To-go orders are now the face of the brewery. An inside look at Low Daily, 700 North Pine St. Owners Tim and Claire Sullivan have made it […]
