food business

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Desi Galli Supports Their Restaurant and Women-Owned Food Brand With Sambar Kitchen Pizza Pasta Sauce

Indian cuisine is the proverbial choice for adventurous food lovers. The Desi Galli Restaurant and DG Pantry in New York are responsible for bringing succulent Indian food right to the customer’s doorstep. Thanks to its selection of awe-inspiring dishes, Desi Galli prides itself on being one of the go-to options for people seeking bold tastes. One of its famous sauces to date is the Sambar Kitchen Pizza Pasta Sauce, a unique blend of Western cuisine with a touch of India.

By Devi Jags

Culture

My College Didn’t Have Indian Food, So I Made My Own — Then I Made My Company

My exasperation with boring vegetarian options when I left home for running camp the summer before college is the moment my family's life changed. I realized that I needed something quick and easy with my busy schedule at Xavier University, but I also needed nutritious meals to sustain my student-athlete lifestyle — all without sacrificing flavor or my vegetarian lifestyle. This was no easy feat!

By Devi Jags

Culture

What It's Like To Operate An Essential Business During COVID-19

Our world has changed so much these past few months. But Fresh n' Lean, the pre-prepped organic meal delivery company I founded in 2010, has remained open during the coronavirus pandemic after being deemed an essential business. Operating amid the spread of COVID-19 has been a humbling, challenging and profound experience. We've ramped up our safety measures in order to protect employees.

By Laureen Asseo

Profiles

No Funding Necessary: How I Built My Business In 9 Steps

Organic growth has made all the difference for my company. Since its start in 2010, Fresh n' Lean has delivered more than 7.2 million organic meals that are free of pesticides, hormones, GMOs, and other additives. The business itself has grown organically, too, without the help of any outside capital.

By Laureen Asseo