Whats New!

As I sit here typing I wonder where all of the time has gone. Its been pretty busy but it isn't as crazy as it was when I first started (as in no more working until 7 a.m. the next day). I have few more staff members and they have been great. I've been catering more of my Yummy Sandwiches so all is well.


I'm starting to limit where Red Pandora products are sold in order to ensure quality. I also need a bit more time to work on my new food project that's underway and aimed to be released early next year! Its been a lot of work so keep your fingers crossed and stay tuned!
I'll give you a hint, I've been working closely with a Swedish designer for the project.

Finally we are on the Southside!

Which is ironic because I'm originally from the Southside (How'd that happen?)
Yes my friends at Robust Coffee are now selling Red Pandora popcorn at their cool cafe. Not only are these guys mad cool but they sale a wide variety of good eats. Its pretty much the only place on the Southside that serves Alterra Coffee. This place is definitely a hidden gem in the city.



6300 S Woodlawn
(between 63rd St & 64th St)
Chicago, IL 60637
Neighborhood: Woodlawn

Yes, My friends its true.

Its true that you may see me looking around in different stores checking out how my product is doing. I usually wear a disguise which is simply an extra tight Orange neon spandex shirt, my Fannie pack filled with brie cheese and other goodies, and my jumbo headphones listening to 80's. I know what your thinking. How can someone possibly be that cool?!? Sigh. Just kidding guys. People may actually think I dress like that and will expect me to start wearing tight shirts. Umm, its not going to happen;-)

What's great is that the places that sell my product are the same places that I frequent. This weekend I made a few stops. Lush was Bustling and delightful as usual, and Southport grocery served up a great brunch. I also got a chance to visit the Noble Grape.

Hi Celeste!!!!!












Lush was also great!

In Stores Now!

Red Pandora Caramel Corn is on sale at
Family Grounds Cafe,
3652 N Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60613
http://www.familygroundscafe.com/
This is a very cool cafe which is all about community and kids. Its the only cafe that has a indoor playground for kids. Family Grounds cafe allows parents time to catch up and enjoy adult conversation while the kids play. Genius!




Red Pandora Caramel Corn is now on sale at Half Acre Brewery,
4257 N. Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
http://www.halfacrebeer.com/
Not only does Half Acre Brewery have great beer and a great brewery that you can tour they also have some great caramel corn to go with it. So be a pal, stop by and ask for it.



Update!

Next week June 14th Red Pandora products will also be sold in:

W Grocer (for people looking for that late night snack.)
http://www.wgrocer.com/
Located in Wicker Park
2060. North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647

Milk & More (A great variety of specialty foods)
Located in Lincoln Park
Chicago, IL 60614
702 W. Diversey Pkwy

The Noble Grape (Sophisticated, Approachable Wines)
802 N. Bishop St. (At Chicago Ave.)
Chicago, IL 60642
702 W. Diversey Pkwy

Southport Grocery & Cafe (I can't say enough good things about this place. The food here is phenomenal!)
3552 N. Southport
Chicago, IL 60657
http://www.southportgrocery.com/



I'll keep you posted on stores that will provide my product until my website goes up. So check this blog frequently.

New Bags!

Finally, Finally, Finally I finished the new design of the bags. All of the bags are zipper heat sealed bags, produced and designed here in the US.











Showing off the bags. By the way, this guy makes great pasta and pesto sauce






When we say hand made bags, we mean it. This process was painstaking, since we changed designs, but we were definitely happy with the results. Special thanks to Mimi for helping.

Special Thanks to a great Photographer

No I am not obsessed with myself People. Just finished a photo shoot

Kym Janisch. Thank you for all of your hard work on the photos. You are such a genious!!!

Photo's That didn't make the shoot

For a while now I've been trying to set up a photo shoot for PR but do to my crazy schedule, it was pretty hard. Below are the photos that didn't make it (Due to lighting and my stupid looking face or a combination of the two)

Overall we had fun

Get out of me kitchen!!!!!!!