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Renaissance Client, Chile Lindo Added to San Francisco’s Legacy Business Registry

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Paula Tejeda, Chile Lindo Owner, posing in front of her restaurant
Paula Tejeda, Chile Lindo Owner, posing in front of her restaurant

SAN FRANCISCO – The pride in Paula Tejeda’s voice comes through over the phone as she describes Chile Lindo, one of the small businesses recently added to San Francisco’s Legacy Business Registry.

Cultural legacy
The backstory: According to the Mayor’s Office of Small Business, the city’s Small Business Commission unanimously approved 11 businesses to the city registry for their longstanding commitment to serving the community and for being culturally vital. The businesses approved on June 23 are in addition to four businesses that were added to the legacy registry this past spring.

Tejeda has been at the helm of this one-woman Mission District operation since 1995, but the business, best known for its empanadas, predates her as it’s been around for over 50 years. Tejeda says the business has changed ownership three times.

“I was the first one to focus exclusively on Chilean products and promoting Chile and building a brand in the Bay Area,” Tejeda says. She says that the brand is iconic and that it has a story.

Renaissance Clients Shine in Bayview Walk the Block

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Dontaye Ball speaks to the crowd and Mayor Daniel Lurie in front of Gumbo Social. 5176 Third St.
Dontaye Ball speaks to the crowd and Mayor Daniel Lurie in front of Gumbo Social. 5176 Third St. Photo by Jose A. Velazquez.

On Saturday afternoon, a group of about 50 people gathered in front of Nineteen21, a restaurant and lounge at 1701 Yosemite St. in the Bayview neighborhood for Walk The Block SF.

It was an event organized by SF Hip Hop, a nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating the Bay Area’s contribution to the hip-hop music genre, locally and around the world.

Kamel Jacot-Bell of San Francisco, along with Alex Aquino, started SF Hip Hop a year ago. This was the first Walk The Block SF event in Bayview-Hunters Point. “We wanted to do something impactful in the community,” said Jacot-Bell. “We want to celebrate the neighborhood and support local businesses.”  

Walk The Block promotes health awareness, safety, and unity in San Francisco neighborhoods. It’s an opportunity for people to get outside, get to know their neighbors and support local businesses in the area. The event Saturday stretched about a mile down Third Street. A mix of young and old participants made stops at local small businesses to shop, gather and socialize. 

Mayor Daniel Lurie arrived around 1 p.m.; he listened to a rendition of “Lift Every Voice” by participants and joined in a group prayer before making the walk up Third Street. Lurie said he joined the walk to support the Bayview community. 

“The energy on this walk, the leadership, this is what every community needs, and Bayview has it,” Lurie said. The mayor said that he enjoyed some good barbecue and sugar cookies during the community walk. He took one last group picture with organizers and participants at Third and Quesada streets before heading out.

📍Start Smart (WBC 07/08/25 -07/29/25)

This class will meet for 2 hours IN-PERSON once a week for four weeks.
If you are ready to start a small business or are very new to business, this class is for you! Start Smart is a four-week course where you will learn the basic tools and business fundamentals needed to start up successfully. You will work with a Business Model Canvas (a visual hands-on tool) to get your ideas down on paper, test, refine and confirm concepts, and adjust your conclusions about customer needs.

Outcomes:

  • Learn how to define your vision
  • Create a mission statement
  • Assess your skills, passion, and resources
  • Craft a business strategy to match your reality
  • Test the viability of your products and services

Class Ground Rules

As a Start Smart participant, you agree to:

  • Complete all required readings and submit assignments between classes
  • Select ONE business idea for which you will complete all course assignments
  • Submit a Business Model Canvas by the last class and conduct a short presentation
  • Tuition: No cost.

Noted: Our services and programs are open to all entrepreneurs. All Renaissance WBC/SOMA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.

Instructor: Erika

Ericka Scott is the current Director of District Projects with the San Francisco African American Arts & Cultural District (SFAAACD). Ericka is a San Francisconative and has served in various capacities in the area of economic development
throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Ericka studied American Studies with an emphasis in Urban Development at UC Berkeley.
Ericka is a graduate of the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and has been a consultant and Entrepreneur instructor for 19 years, supporting over 200 entrepreneurs to develop their business plans, build business strategies and
perfect the art of business presentations. In 2018, Ericka founded Honey Art Studio, a business that uses art to build relationships, provide creative ways to explore social justice, a healing space and a safe atmosphere for ‘non-creatives’ to tap into a fun and relaxing form of self-expression. Throughout her many endeavors, Ericka’s primary mission is to provide resources and tools to bridge communities, empower and inspire others.

All clients must register for classes via your client portal account. Here’s how you can do it.
Already a Renaissance Client? 

Log in to your client portal and access the calendar at the top of your screen

New to the Renaissance Community?

Get started by filling out a client interest form and attending an orientation.

*All clients must complete an interest form and attend orientation before signing up for classes.*

 

 

Renaissance WBC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the SBA. All SBA programs or cosponsored programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested, at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact: Women’s Business Center at wbc@rencenter.org, (415) 348-6227.

 

🖥️Women’s Entrepreneurship Program (Bayview) (4/16/25-6/4/25)

This 8-week personal empowerment program for women includes business training, peer support, mentoring, and networking, providing the basic tools you need to start a business.

What will this program entail?

Entrepreneurial mindset | Business Canvas Model | Financial Management | Get Your Business Straight | Peer Support & Group Mentoring

🖥️2 Part: Launch Your Food Business (Bayview) (3/18/25 & 3/20/25)

Launch Your Food Business: A Blueprint for Success (2-Day Workshop)

Are you dreaming of turning your culinary passion into a thriving business? This comprehensive
workshop will equip you with the essential tools and knowledge to plan and launch a successful
food venture.

What You’ll Learn:

  •  Effective Planning: Develop a solid foundation for your food business by learning about market research, menu development, and operational planning.
  • Multiple Revenue Streams: Discover strategies to diversify your income and create a sustainable business model.
  • Food Costing and Pricing: Master the art of calculating food costs and setting competitive prices that ensure profitability.
  • Cash Flow Management: Understand the importance of cash flow and learn effective strategies to manage your finances.
  • Proven Success Strategies: Gain insights from industry experts on marketing, customer acquisition, and operational efficiency.

Who Should Attend?
✔️ Aspiring food entrepreneurs
✔️ Individuals looking to start a food truck, catering business, or food-related venture
✔️ Existing food business owners seeking to improve their operations and profitability

 

📍Building Strong Credit (Bayview 3/13/25)

Note: This is an in-person workshop!

Join us to learn about establishing or increasing your credit score, creating a budget, how to read a credit score, and what can be done to correct errors that may negatively affect your credit rating.

Topics:

  • How to build a strong credit profile
  • Reduce your debt
  • Increase your FICO credit score

Location: FacesSF, 1099 Sunnydale Ave. San Francisco, CA 94134

Register Here: https://forms.gle/L2CmPnpajF7ENoqV8

Boost Your Sales & Grow Your Business (Bayview 2/19/25)

Boost Your Sales & Grow Your Business!
A Virtual Sales Workshop for Small Business Owners
Struggling to Make Sales? You Are Not Alone!
Many small business owners face challenges in attracting and converting customers.
This interactive workshop is designed to give you practical sales strategies to close
more deals, increase revenue, and grow your business confidently.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Setting SMART Goals
  • How to Identify Your Ideal Customers
  • Lead Generating Strategies
  • Proven Sales Techniques to Overcome Customer Objections
  • Follow-Up Strategies That Keep Customers Coming Back

Who Should Attend?
✔️ New and existing small business owners
✔️ Entrepreneurs struggling with sales
✔️ Anyone looking to improve their selling skills and confidence

 

Forbes Magazine: A Food Lover’s Guide To Bayview

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Bayview Views from Scenic trail

When it comes to San Francisco neighborhoods, Bayview often gets overlooked and misjudged. Those who have spent time there, however, know it’s a hidden gem. It’s home to a vibrant culture that’s embraced its diversity and uniqueness as a historically significant hub of eclectic street art, purpose-driven restaurants, small business with heart and a community of creative, passionate people who love this city.

Bayview is not only the sunniest neighborhood in San Francisco, but also features sweeping views of the bay, natural beauty home to countless migratory birds, and peaceful walking paths and parks ideal for escaping the hustle and bustle of the city.

As a born and raised San Franciscan, my favorite way to explore any neighborhood is through its food scene. And with that here’s a guide to spending the perfect day eating and drinking your way through Bayview.

 

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

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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

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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.