Black History Month Feature: Lasgidi Cafe

By NaTyshca Pickett

One primary motivation for highlighting Black businesses is to address historical and systemic inequality in economic possibilities. Throughout history, Black entrepreneurs have encountered discrimination, limited access to financing, and unequal commercial possibilities. By aggressively featuring and supporting Black businesses, we help to address these inequities and promote economic fairness. This recognition contributes to the breakdown of barriers and the creation of a more inclusive business climate, helping Black entrepreneurs to gain attention, grow, and succeed.

For this feature, I present to you Lasgidi Cafe with owner Patience also known as, Chef Patty.

You'll come to love me, so you can call me Chef Patty. 

I'm the owner and head chef of Lasgidi Cafe, the valley's first woman owned Nigerian-American food truck! Recently featured on 12 news, Arizona Midday,  Phoenix New Times, and Your Life Arizona (Channel 3), Lasgidi Cafe began catering small parties and events in 2016.

Since 2018, our business has expanded to include in person and virtual cooking classes, private chef dining, a unique culinary dining experience titled: "OWAMBE", household cooking products, and our specialty sauce, AYILATA. 

We launched our food truck in February 2023, and haven't looked back! Lasgidi Cafe aims to trend set African culture, and cuisine by making Nigerian food for everyone!

Be sure to stay connected with Lasgidi Cafe and follow on Instagram.