In September 2001, sisters Mary and Felicta Ortiz opened up Borinquen Bakery LLC located at 296 Arch Street. Their dream was to follow their father's footsteps in owning and operating a successful bakery as their father had done in the City of Hartford. Using their personal finances and a loan from the Spanish American Merchants Association (SAMA), the bakery's doors opened. As they cliche says," the rest is history." Both women entrepreneurs have found their key to success is based on hard work, customer satisfaction and following a sound business plan..
Borinquen Bakery is open at 5:30 a.m on a weekly basis. The bakery offers Spanish/American home made fresh baked breads, deserts cakes, cookies, pastries, etc. and a variety of rolls. The bakery also sells deli style sandwiches.
Congratulations to Mary & Felicita. The City of NB wishes you continued success. |
