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Australian Vintners
Ben Harvey and Paul Bartram, lifelong friends and Wandsworth residents, founded Australian Vintners in 2023 to bring unique, undiscovered, and great-value wines from Australia to the UK. Here, they share their journey from finance professionals to curators of festive wine boxes perfect for Christmas celebrations.
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On Point Property Management
Anna and Victoria Agyekum founded On Point Property Management and the Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo to connect the diaspora with property investments in Ghana and London.
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Take a Bite and Smile
Chiara launched Take a Bite and Smile two years ago at Northcote Road Market. Here, she shares her journey from customer management to creating traditional Italian pastries with a plant-based twist.
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Mona’s Munch
We spoke to Mona, founder of Mona’s Munch, about bringing her passion for international vegan and vegetarian cuisine to Wandsworth and the journey of creating a unique, ethical dining experience.
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Sniff London
Jamie Laville founded Sniff London two years ago. Discover how his Caribbean heritage and passion for fragrance inspired him to create a unique scent brand rooted in community and self-expression.
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The Beauty Parlour by Kimberly Graham
Kimberly Graham launched The Beauty Parlour in 2022. Her Jamaican and Guyanese roots, along with 10+ years in beauty, inspired her to create a space centred on confidence and wellness.
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Monogaga Cafe
Joachim Kouadio launched Monogaga Cafe in May 2024. Learn how his Ivory Coast heritage and 25 years in the coffee industry inspired him to create a unique coffee experience in Wandsworth.
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Bourne Fitness
Nathan Bourne started Bourne Fitness in 2021. Discover how he transitioned from a finance career to building a community-focused fitness hub.
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Time Specialist
Meet the incredible Muhammad Iqbal Shanji, the heart and soul behind Time Specialist, a beloved watch repair shop nestled in Broadway Market, Tooting.
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Jeffersons Ice Cream
Celine and Christopher Thompson opened Jeffersons Ice Cream in 2018. Here, they share their journey from surveyors to sweet success.
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Roopa Basu
Roopa Basu is a Wandsworth based artist and designer, who alongside her husband Indika, is the co-owner of the Print Design studio on Lavender Hill. Roopa is the artist behind the Council’s 2024 Shop Local artwork.
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March and Bloom
Jennifer Curulli is the founder of two businesses - Jennifer’s Papers, which she launched in 2011 and March and Bloom, which followed in 2017. Born and bred in New England, Jennifer moved from New York to live in London in 2014.
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Spice Village – Tooting
Suleman and his brother Nasir opened Pakistani restaurant Spice Village in 2004. Here, they share their heritage and business story.
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Minar Jewellers
Minar Jewellers is one of the oldest South Asian retailers in South London. The Tooting-based business is run by father and son Pravin and Jaysal Pattni. This is their story...
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