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Photos: ‘Taste of Bayview’ celebrates district’s culinary delights

Chef Dontaye Ball has been cooking delicious gumbo for the Bayview for the last five or so years. One time, he served a guest for free when they couldn’t afford a bowl; that guest came back three years later to express their gratitude, Ball said.

It’s Ball’s favorite memory from running Gumbo Social, formerly a pop-up operation but now a brick-and-mortar restaurant located at 5176 Third St. He loves hearing from people who have tried his gumbo, he said, because he loves “leaving a lasting food impression on people.”

14 Destination Restaurants in Bayview and Hunter’s Point

14 Destination Restaurants in Bayview and Hunter’s Point

14 Destination Restaurants in Bayview and Hunter’s Point

San Francisco’s east side is slept on, full stop. The Bayview and Hunter’s Point sometimes don’t get their shine. The neighborhoods were once known as Butchertown, and during World War II the Navy’s use of the area’s shipyards contaminated the ground with radiation. That history is honored today by many of the businesses working to keep the Bayview lively and vibrant. Old Skool Cafe has held it down for a decade, fixing locals up with jobs in a swanky jazz club. Gumbo Social is a newcomer to the neighborhood, bringing a second-line band down Third Street upon moving in. There’s something for everyone in this historic area, so long as one is willing to peel back the layers and get to the neighborhood’s delicious core.

It’s Finally Gumbo Go Time in San Francisco

Chef Dontaye Ball, better known as Mr. Gumbo, couldn’t tell you exactly how old he was the first time he tasted gumbo at his grandmother’s house in the Fillmore District. His grandmother always said eight years old. His mom believes it was more like four. But either way, to him, gumbo tastes like Christmas. Ball remembers the whole family elbowing into the kitchen and arguing about exactly what goes into the pot.

For a long time, good gumbo was hard to find in San Francisco. But thankfully, as we slog through this wet winter, San Francisco seems to be approaching peak gumbo. Brenda’s always made a serious bowl brimming with chicken, andouille, and okra. Boug Cali will be coming to the Ferry Building this year, bringing jars of seafood gumbo ready to grab and go. Meanwhile Gumbo Social opened in the Bayview last summer, where Ball dives deep into the iconic dish.

Black Business Summit 2024

Empowered Essence: Black Girl Magic (SF)

Join us for the Empowered Esssence: Black Girl Magic Networking Event at the Southeast Community Center! (1550 Evans Avenue, Alex Pitcher Room, San Francisco, CA 94124) This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity for black women entreprenurs to connect, collaborate, and empower each other.

At this event, you’ll have the chance to meet and network with like-minded black women from various industries. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, professional, or graduate of our programs, this event is for you!

Get ready for an inspiring keynote speaker who will share their stories and offer valuable insights.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your network and be part of the Black Girl Magic movement. Mark your calendar and join us at the Southeast Community Center for an unforgettable day of empowerment and connection.

If you have any questions, please email Jazzlyn Morton at Jmorton@rencenter.org!

sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/empowered-essence-black-girl-magic-tickets-827450836727

 

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Welcome to the Renaissance Orientation! Join us to discover valuable resources for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners in the Bay Area.
Highlights include:
  • Learn about the Renaissance Center’s support for local businesses.
  • Explore small business resources like mentorship programs and funding opportunities.
  • Be inspired by success stories of thriving entrepreneurs.
  • Network with like-minded individuals and experts.
  • Engage in a Q&A with Renaissance Center representatives.
  • Get the next steps to join our supportive community.
Held regularly at all Renaissance Centers, orientations will introduce you to Renaissance classes, workshops, programs for women, special events, access to capital, and other services as well as other resources in your community.

 

We will help you determine which programs and services are right for you and your stage of business development. Let’s unleash the potential of our local businesses and foster economic growth in the Bay Area!

New to the Renaissance Community?

  1. Get started by filling out a client interest form and creating your client portal.
  2. Orientation: Sign up for an orientation session and meet with a Renaissance team member who will work with you to assess your business needs.
  3. Post-Orientation Steps: Log into your new client portal after completing the orientation. Then, follow the steps outlined under “Already a Renaissance Client” to register for classes.

*All clients must complete orientation before attending classes*

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Bienvenidos a la Orientación de Renaissance! Únase a nosotros para descubrir recursos valiosos para aspirantes a empresarios y propietarios de pequeñas empresas en el Área de la Bahía.
  • Los puntos destacados incluyen:
  • Obtenga información sobre el apoyo del Renaissance Center a las empresas locales.
  • Explore recursos para pequeñas empresas, como programas de tutoría y oportunidades de financiación.
  • Inspírate con las historias de éxito de empresarios prósperos.
  • Red con personas y expertos de ideas afines.
  • Participe en una sesión de preguntas y respuestas con los representantes del Renaissance Center.
  • Obtenga los siguientes pasos para unirse a nuestra comunidad de apoyo.
Las orientaciones, que se llevan a cabo regularmente en todos los Renaissance Centers, le presentarán clases, talleres, programas para mujeres, eventos especiales, acceso a capital y otros servicios de Renaissance, así como otros recursos en su comunidad.
Le ayudaremos a determinar qué programas y servicios son adecuados para usted y su etapa de desarrollo empresarial. ¡Liberemos el potencial de nuestros negocios locales y fomentemos el crecimiento económico en el Área de la Bahía!

 

¿Eres nuevo en la Comunidad Renaissance?

  1. Comienza completando un formulario de interés para el cliente y creando tu portal para clientes.
  2. Orientación: Regístrate para una sesión de orientación

Renaissance Orientation / Orientacion de Renaissance (Bay View)

Welcome to the Renaissance Orientation! Join us to discover valuable resources for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners in the Bay Area.
Highlights include:
  • Learn about the Renaissance Center’s support for local businesses.
  • Explore small business resources like mentorship programs and funding opportunities.
  • Be inspired by success stories of thriving entrepreneurs.
  • Network with like-minded individuals and experts.
  • Engage in a Q&A with Renaissance Center representatives.
  • Get the next steps to join our supportive community.
Held regularly at all Renaissance Centers, orientations will introduce you to Renaissance classes, workshops, programs for women, special events, access to capital, and other services as well as other resources in your community.

 

We will help you determine which programs and services are right for you and your stage of business development. Let’s unleash the potential of our local businesses and foster economic growth in the Bay Area!

New to the Renaissance Community?

  1. Get started by filling out a client interest form and creating your client portal.
  2. Orientation: Sign up for an orientation session and meet with a Renaissance team member who will work with you to assess your business needs.
  3. Post-Orientation Steps: Log into your new client portal after completing the orientation. Then, follow the steps outlined under “Already a Renaissance Client” to register for classes.

*All clients must complete orientation before attending classes*

———————————————————————————————————————————————
¡Bienvenidos a la Orientación de Renaissance! Únase a nosotros para descubrir recursos valiosos para aspirantes a empresarios y propietarios de pequeñas empresas en el Área de la Bahía.
  • Los puntos destacados incluyen:
  • Obtenga información sobre el apoyo del Renaissance Center a las empresas locales.
  • Explore recursos para pequeñas empresas, como programas de tutoría y oportunidades de financiación.
  • Inspírate con las historias de éxito de empresarios prósperos.
  • Red con personas y expertos de ideas afines.
  • Participe en una sesión de preguntas y respuestas con los representantes del Renaissance Center.
  • Obtenga los siguientes pasos para unirse a nuestra comunidad de apoyo.
Las orientaciones, que se llevan a cabo regularmente en todos los Renaissance Centers, le presentarán clases, talleres, programas para mujeres, eventos especiales, acceso a capital y otros servicios de Renaissance, así como otros recursos en su comunidad.
Le ayudaremos a determinar qué programas y servicios son adecuados para usted y su etapa de desarrollo empresarial. ¡Liberemos el potencial de nuestros negocios locales y fomentemos el crecimiento económico en el Área de la Bahía!

 

¿Eres nuevo en la Comunidad Renaissance?

  1. Comienza completando un formulario de interés para el cliente y creando tu portal para clientes.
  2. Orientación: Regístrate para una sesión de orientación y reúnete con un miembro del equipo de Renaissance que trabajará contigo para evaluar las necesidades de tu negocio.
  3. Pasos posteriores a la orientación: Inicia sesión en tu nuevo portal para clientes después de completar la orientación. Luego, sigue los pasos indicados en “¿Ya eres cliente de Renaissance?” para registrarte en las clases.

*Todos los clientes deben completar la orientación antes de asistir a las clases*

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