POPLAR GROVE SPOTLIGHT
Supporting Our Community Businesses
TELL US ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS! WHAT SERVICES AND/OR PRODUCTS DO YOU WISH TO HIGHLIGHT TO THE COMMUNITY? WHAT NEEDS ARE YOU HOPING TO MEET FOR THE RESIDENTS OF POPLAR GROVE, OTHER WESTSIDE COMMUNITIES, AND SALT LAKE CITY AT LARGE?Forty Three Bakery is a vibrant local business based in Poplar Grove, serving the Westside communities and the greater Salt Lake City area. We specialize in providing high-quality baked goods, freshly brewed coffee, and a delightful lunch menu, with a brunch selection available on weekends. Our beautifully designed, open space is ideally suited for a variety of private and public events. We aim to be the community's go-to venue for all special occasions, including bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, baby showers, graduation parties, birthday celebrations, and corporate events. We also hold monthly markets and plan to have =a Pride Fest June 7th-9th. At Forty-Three Bakery, we are excited about increasing our engagement with the community through events, and we are committed to providing an inviting atmosphere where residents can come together to celebrate life's special moments. HOW DID YOU COME TO RESIDE IN POPLAR GROVE? IS THERE AN ORIGIN STORY OF HOW YOUR BUSINESS CAME TO BE LOCATED IN OUR COMMUNITY? DO YOU HAVE DEEPER ROOTS OR CONNECTIONS TO THIS AREA YOU WOULD LIKE OUR COMMUNITY TO KNOW ABOUT? I was deeply connected and drawn to the building the moment I first saw it. I knew it had history. I felt, very deeply, that this location, built in the 40’s I believe, had layers and layers of stories, love, and business highs and lows. And for me, being a part of that legacy would be a wonderful challenge and an immense privilege. This old, patinated warehouse, once a coffee distribution center and later a Volvo auto shop, had charm and grit. I find the old beautiful. I fell in love with this location and knew it would be Forty Three Bakery’s forever home. WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE FUTURE? IS THERE A WAY YOU ARE PLANNING TO MAINTAIN OR DEVELOP YOUR BUSINESS THAT YOU WOULD LIKE OUR COMMUNITY TO KNOW ABOUT TO SUPPORT CONSUMER ENGAGEMENT? Community is incredibly important to our philosophy as a business. We are always seeking out opportunities to be as engaged with our customers and community as much as possible. We host baking classes to the public, have monthly markets at the bakery with local artisans, and are working on a few summer festivals that will be AMAZING! Stay updated by checking out our website for all the events we are hosting and how you can get involved! ARE THERE ANY OTHER FUN FACTS OR ADDITIONAL HISTORY YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH THE COMMUNITY ABOUT YOURSELVES OR THE BUSINESS? I received a Culinary Arts Degree from Utah Valley University in 2009, was named Utah Pastry Chef of the Year in 2015, and Western Region Pastry Chef of the Year in 2016. I competed in culinary and pastry competitions over 30 times nationally and internationally. The average elevation of Salt Lake City is Forty Three Hundred Feet. Forty Three Bakey is inspired by eating elevated.
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TELL US ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS! WHAT SERVICES AND/OR PRODUCTS DO YOU WISH TO HIGHLIGHT TO THE COMMUNITY? WHAT NEEDS ARE YOU HOPING TO MEET FOR THE RESIDENTS OF POPLAR GROVE, OTHER WESTSIDE COMMUNITIES, AND SALT LAKE CITY AT LARGE? Square Kitchen is more than just a culinary space; we're a community-driven hub for culinary innovation and entrepreneurship. Our primary services include providing kitchen facilities, equipment, and mentorship to local food producers and entrepreneurs. We aim to highlight our diverse range of services, including one-on-one mentorship, connections to fundraisers, legal support, design services, and more. Our goal is to meet the needs of residents in Poplar Grove, other westside communities, and Salt Lake City at large by providing a platform for small businesses to thrive, fostering economic growth, and offering delicious culinary experiences that reflect our vibrant community. HOW DID YOU COME TO RESIDE IN POPLAR GROVE? IS THERE AN ORIGIN STORY OF HOW YOUR BUSINESS CAME TO BE LOCATED IN OUR COMMUNITY? DO YOU HAVE DEEPER ROOTS OR CONNECTIONS TO THIS AREA YOU WOULD LIKE OUR COMMUNITY TO KNOW ABOUT? Our journey to Poplar Grove was driven by a deep-rooted empathy for the community and a recognition of the area's potential for revitalization. Ana, hailing from Argentina, and Tham, originally from Indonesia, both found resonance with the diverse and welcoming atmosphere of Poplar Grove. Both Ana and Tham studied City Planning at the U and worked both at the Salt Lake City Planning Division and NeighborWorks, recognizing the need for economic development efforts on the city's west side. This led us to establish Square Kitchen in Poplar Grove, where we could contribute to the area's growth and empowerment while fostering connections with the community we now call home, since 2018. WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE FUTURE? IS THERE A WAY YOU ARE PLANNING TO MAINTAIN OR DEVELOP YOUR BUSINESS THAT YOU WOULD LIKE OUR COMMUNITY TO KNOW ABOUT TO SUPPORT CONSUMER ENGAGEMENT? Looking ahead, we envision expanding our services and offerings to further support local entrepreneurs and meet the evolving needs of our community. We plan to maintain our commitment to providing comprehensive support to our clients, including continued mentorship, access to resources, and opportunities for growth. In the Uber Eats era, we are working to provide additional space for our clients that offer this service like Marcato and Drunken Kitchen (open for take out every weekend, and open late), and perhaps will be able to have some seating are in the front during the weekends. Stay tuned. Additionally, we’re exploring initiatives to enhance consumer engagement, such as community events, workshops, and partnerships with local organizations. By fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, we aim to strengthen our ties with the community and contribute to its ongoing prosperity. ARE THERE ANY OTHER FUN FACTS OR ADDITIONAL HISTORY YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH THE COMMUNITY ABOUT YOURSELVES OR THE BUSINESS? One fun fact about us is our shared passion for the pay-it-forward mentality. Having received immense support in our entrepreneurial journey, we are dedicated to giving back to the community that has welcomed us with open arms. Our commitment to supporting local businesses extends beyond Square Kitchen, as we actively seek opportunities to uplift and empower entrepreneurs throughout Salt Lake City. We are deeply grateful for the support and camaraderie of our community, and we look forward to continuing our journey together. We are also proud to have been able to be the first home of many businesses that outgrew our kitchen and stayed in the vicinity supporting our anti gentrification values. Those businesses that you may have heard of are: Han’s Kombucha, Z Nectar, Hello Bulk Market, Raw Eddy’s, Fortythree Bakery, Roctaco, Wasatch Nectar, Delicius Venezuelan Food, Daydreams Bakery, On the Hook Fish and Chips, Olive’s and Oasis Food Truck, Sugar Fix Cookies, etc.
Tell us about your business! What services and/or products do you wish to highlight to the community? What needs are you hoping to meet for the residents of Poplar Grove, other Westside communities, and Salt Lake City at large?Momentum Recycling provides glass recycling, mixed recycling, and food waste recycling services to businesses and residents across the Wasatch Front. In 2012 we became the exclusive glass recycler for Salt Lake City. We are currently providing the residents of Poplar Grove with residential curbside glass recycling service for only $8/month, as well as commercial recycling services at a wide range of price points. How did you come to reside in Poplar Grove? Is there an origin story of how your business came to be located in our community? Do you have deeper roots or connections to this area you would like our community to know about?We chose to locate our business in Poplar Grove because it’s the perfect setting for our operations within the boundaries of Salt Lake City. We need to operate in an industrial zone, which we have in western Poplar Grove, but we also value how close we are to the residents that we serve in eastern Poplar Grove. It’s just the perfect mix for our business. What are your plans for the future? Is there a way you are planning to maintain or develop your business that you would like our community to know about to support consumer engagement?Starting in summer 2024, we are planning to expand our residential food waste recycling service to Salt Lake City’s west side, including neighborhoods like Poplar Grove, Glendale, and Rose Park. Residents who would like to participate can fill out an interest form here. Are there any other fun facts or additional history you would like to share with the community about yourselves or the business?Momentum Recycling is a family-owned, local business with a mission to move communities towards zero waste. We have grown from around five employees at our inception to nearly 40 in the past 16 years. We service single-family homes, HOA’s, apartment complexes, hotels, restaurants, and businesses of all sizes. So – no matter your situation – if you have a goal of living more sustainably, we can help! |
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