Sip & Sonder

Established in 2017, Sip & Sonder in Inglewood is not only the area’s first specialty coffee house—they also function as a publisher, creative studio, event space, and bonafide community hub. Their flagship outpost on S. Market St. now has limited outdoor seating, where you can enjoy a variety of espressos, hot teas, and pastries. Co-owners Amanda-Jane Thomas and Shanita Nicholas have also just announced the return of their Virtual Black Business Pitch Competition - a live competition in which 10 finalists will be selected to virtually pitch their businesses live in front of a panel of judges handpicked from the Black Venture Capital community. Three winners will receive $5,000 in cash, and all applicants will have free access to two The Learning Series workshops and the live virtual pitch event.