El Tapatio opens new location in KCMO
By Angie Baldelomar Recently, El Tapatio Mexican Grill expanded its reach across the state border with a new location. Located at 6151 N.W. Barry Road in Kansas City, Missouri, the new location has been open since late March. But an official grand opening was held May 29 with a mariachi band and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. […]
“Shark Tank” to host open call in GKC area
By Angie Baldelomar Soon, Greater Kansas City area entrepreneurs will get the chance to swim with the sharks. In May, ABC’s hit TV show “Shark Tank” will be in the area, seeking new businesses, products or ideas to invest in. Those interested can get their pitches ready for May 15 at the Mazuma Credit Union […]
How to support Hispanic-owned businesses
Commentary by Tere Siqueira As new policies intensify divisions and anxiety across America, Hispanic communities find themselves in increasingly vulnerable positions, including Hispanic-owned businesses.In times like these, supporting Hispanic-owned businesses is a peaceful, yet powerful way to reject division and promote unity. Take action today by using the following strategies to support Hispanic-owned businesses:*Offer professional […]
How to file your own taxes
Commentary by CharaTax season is almost here.As the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently stated on its website, tax season is set to begin Jan. 27. With that in mind, taxpayers nationwide are understandably getting ready to file their tax returns.Some taxpayers will let a professional prepare their returns for them. Others will bravely prepare their […]
Latino Coalition Visits KC
The Latino Coalition brings valuable discussion to Kansas City on the eve of the USHCC Conference.
Mi Casa Bonita, Restaurant continues offering authentic, Veracruz-style food
By Angie Baldelomar A Kansas City, Kansas, restaurant continues bringing homemade Mexican dishes to the Greater Kansas City area.Mi Casa Bonita Grill & Bar, located at 1709 Steele Road, recently celebrated its eighth anniversary.For owner Carmen Lopez, the restaurant is a family business and the result of years of hard work. She started making tamales […]
Labor Market Information Services Website Gets a Facelift
TOPEKA, KS – The Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) is excited to announce the launch of our improved Labor Market Information Services (LMIS) division website called Kansas Labor Information Center (KLIC), a dynamic platform designed to provide individuals, businesses, educators, and policymakers with essential data and resources for informed decision-making in the ever-evolving labor market.The […]
Top spots: Cozy coffee nooks
Commentary by Tere Siqueira In this latest edition of our column, where we at Dos Mundos guide you to the Kansas City area’s finest spots, we’re shining the spotlight on the area’s hidden coffee gems.Whether you want the perfect espresso, a cozy nook for your morning ritual or a vibrant spot for your coffee-fueled meetings, […]
KC BizCare launches small business support program
By Chara The KC BizCare Office has launched an initiative designed to provide financial assistance to small businesses: the Kansas City Small Business (SMB) Capital Programs.The office is offering the SMB Capital Programs through a partnership with the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation and the Economic Development Corp. of Kansas City (EDCKC), the city of Kansas […]
Restaurant celebrates anniversary of bringing Monterrey flavor to KC
By Chara A Kansas City area, Monterrey-style Mexican restaurant chain is celebrating its fifth anniversary this year.In 2018, Lino Perez and his wife, who had a long history of working in the restaurant industry, opened the first location of their chain, Patron Pollo N Beef, in Olathe, Kansas. Since then, the chain has expanded with […]