Happy Hispanic Heritage Month, Anne Arundel!

Two weeks into the month, which runs from September 15 to October 15, we’re excited to highlight TWO of the many great Hispanic-owned businesses in Anne Arundel County: ⁠Annapolis Latino Market⁠ (ALM) and ⁠Sin Fronteras Cafe⁠.

We sat down with Walter Vasquez, owner of both Annapolis-based businesses (and many others), to discuss:

• The valuable experience that he gained while working in El Salvador, Miami, and New York City before moving to Maryland in 2007.
• What inspired him to open Sin Fronteras (which means “No Borders”) and Annapolis Latino Market and, after facing and overcoming the enormous unexpected challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and a direct hit by the Annapolis Tornado, respectively, why they’re both so successful – including fresh-pressed corn tortillas!
• Why he thinks Maryland and Anne Arundel County are, and can continue to be, the best state and county for business – including, for example, organizations like AAEDC and the Maryland Department of Commerce making business resources and procurement opportunities more accessible to the Hispanic population.
• The great value of Anne Arundel County’s Minority & Hispanic Business Talks, sponsored by AAEDC during Hispanic Heritage Month and hosted by Sergio Polanco, Anne Arundel County’s Hispanic Latino Multicultural Affairs Officer, and the Anne Arundel County Office of Community Engagement and Constituent Services throughout the year.
• His top tips for aspiring entrepreneurs and favorite places to eat in Anne Arundel County (aside from Sin Fronteras, of course).
• PLUS his must-try dish at Sin Fronteras and his two must-buy items at Annapolis Latino Market.

So tune in for an episode that’s filled with entrepreneurial inspiration and, starting at 11:30, a full tour of Annapolis Latino Market!