Kiva Borrower Nominated For Siete Community Choice Award
Laura Carrasco-Quezada (right) and her sister, Sandra (left), are the proud owners of Bites & Bowls, a popular breakfast and lunch eatery located in Springdale, Arkansas.
(SPRINGDALE, ARK) – Bites & Bowls, a fast-casual restaurant located in Springdale, Arkansas, has been nominated for the prestigious Siete Community Choice Award, with the chance to receive an additional $10,000 grant from the Siete Juntos Fund. Bites & Bowls is one of only seven businesses in the nation competing for this additional award.
Bites & Bowls was selected as a nominee after a thorough application process and interviews conducted by the Siete Juntos Fund. The fund, established by Siete Family Foods, aims to support and uplift Latino-owned businesses through financial assistance and community engagement.
“We are honored to be recognized by Siete,” said Laura Carrasco Quezada, owner of Bites & Bowls. “Bites & Bowls started as a dream we held for years, and with a lot of hard work and dedication, we were able to bootstrap this business from the ground up. Having a company like Siete recognize our hard work and talent makes both Sandra and I immensely proud,” added Sandra Carrasco Quezada, co-founder of Bites & Bowls.
Laura, a two-time Kiva borrower, has previously raised $21,000 through the Kiva platform with the support of Kiva NWA. These funds played a critical role in helping the sisters expand their customer base and turn Bites & Bowls into a beloved spot within the Northwest Arkansas community.
Now, with the Siete Community Choice Award nomination, Bites & Bowls has the opportunity to grow even further. Voting is now open and will close on October 15th. The community is encouraged to show their support by casting their votes at sietefoods.com/pages/juntosfundvote.
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About Bites & Bowls
Bites & Bowls is a vibrant and community-focused restaurant offering a delicious fusion of classic flavors with a Mexican twist. Established in 2018 by two Mexican immigrant sisters on the east side of Springdale, Arkansas, our mission is to create unforgettable experiences for our customers by nourishing their bodies, hearts, and minds. Visit them online at lovebitesandbowls.com, like them on Facebook, and follow them on Instagram.
About Siete Family Foods
Siete Family Foods is a mission-based company dedicated to making and sharing real food, gathering together in an authentic community, and advocating for healthier lifestyles among Latino families. Founded by a family with a history of health challenges, Siete Family Foods offers a variety of grain-free, gluten-free, and low-inflammatory products inspired by traditional Mexican-American cuisine. Additional information about Siete Family Foods can be found online at sietefoods.com