As Juneteenth approaches, we are pleased to announce our upcoming series of Tenant Highlights where we will be shining a spotlight on a few of the extraordinary Black-owned businesses that are an integral part of the shopping centers our company manages.

Each post offers a glimpse into the stories behind these businesses, shedding light on the inspiring journeys, unique products, and services they offer. We are hoping to dive deep into their entrepreneurial spirit, their impact on the community, and the remarkable individuals driving their success.

The first of these highlights is for Natashia White-Pass, also known as the First Lady of Brushes, who is the owner and operator of Blushed by Natashia. Natashia is a licensed esthetician and professional makeup artist. The Newark, NJ, native is known for her natural glam makeup looks and natural enhancements.

A proud wife and mother of two, Natashia began her professional makeup business, Blushed by Natashia, in 2016. She later opened her second business, Face Café Glam Bar Raleigh, a premier full-service beauty bar, in June of 2018. Blushed by Natashia is located within Face Café Glam Bar Raleigh where Natashia and her team provide facials, eyebrow waxing, teeth whitening, and makeup services. Natashia says she has always had a love for skincare and makeup. Before beginning her entrepreneurship journey, Natashia worked in accounting. With a nudge from her family, friends, and coworkers, she left the corporate world to begin her entrepreneurship journey.

Natashia says Face Café is a “place to come in and just be peaceful.” Her goal is to “educate men and women of color on how to care for their skin.” The business owner relies on her faith to keep her going. She says she has to “stay prayed up” on this entrepreneurship journey. Today, Face Café houses other entrepreneurs in the beauty space – from hair and nails to massages and more.

Blushed by Natashia has a strong recurring clientele, but the journey to get there was all but easy. Like many small businesses, the pandemic proved to be a hard time. Natashia recounts that there were many days where it was just her at the café. She believes the right clients enter the facility and support her business. “If you are good and confident at what you do, there will always be people coming to you,” Natashia says. She prides herself on creating “confident everlasting beauty” for her guests with each visit.

With Juneteenth on the horizon, Natashia says it’s all about “celebrating and recognizing all the things we’ve done and created.” In honor of the holiday, she is delighted to provide a promotional offer of 15% off any one service of choice during the month of June. To book Natashia, visit her website and use promo code “yorkproperties” at checkout.

York Properties is delighted to provide property management and leasing services to Stony Brook Shopping Center in Raleigh, NC, where Blushed by Natashia is located.

Café Carolina & Bakery is on the move! Later this summer, the Village District location will close its doors – but fear not. We are very pleased to announce that a Grand Reopening is scheduled for September 1st at the corner of Oberlin and Clark Avenue (formerly So·Ca).

In addition to the fancy space upgrade, General Manager Ron Hines tells us they plan to extend café hours and add beer and wine service in the future! Get ready for a whole new Café Carolina experience.

York-broker Lynne Worth says that exciting plans are in the works for the existing Café Carolina space.  More about that later… Stay tuned!

York is thrilled to share that One Medical is coming to the Village District! This will be their fourth primary care office location in the Triangle and the first in Raleigh.

One Medical offers membership-based access to their exceptional primary care, with benefits including: 24/7 on-demand virtual care, same or next-day in-office or video appointments that start on time, longer appointments to prevent patients from feeling rushed, and drop-in lab services at their offices to save patients time.

All of this plus a stunning interior design! One Medical will change the way you think about a doctor’s office.

Broker Lynne Worth represented the landlord in the transaction.

York is happy to announce ISO ISO Ramen is opening today, January 16, at their new location in the Village District! Located at 402 Oberlin Road, Suite 120.

Come on over to the Village District area to enjoy “Mouth watering ramen for hungry bellies. Slurping recommended!”

Take a look at their menu to see all of their delicious options to choose from, including Ika Gesso, Black Tonkotsu Ramen, and their Iso Tofu Bowl. If you want something sweet for dessert, give their Melona Bars or Boba Tea a try.

Broker Lynne Worth is pleased to represent the Landlord in leasing Berkshire Village District.

Wake Forest is in for a (frozen) treat!

Two Roosters Ice Cream will open their fifth location in the Triangle at The Factory Sports Complex (former Slices & Ices space) early this summer. Located at 1839 S. Main Street, Wake Forest.

If you can’t wait until summer, we hear you. Check out Two Roosters’ “Brownie Series” of ice creams at any of the other Triangle locations right now! Our flavor recommendation is Nutella Brownie.

Two Roosters Ice Cream is a family-owned business that originated from Sunday gatherings at the owners’ grandmother’s piedmont farmhouse in North Carolina. The family would get together on Sundays each summer to rest, share stories, and hand-churn ice cream. What was once a family tradition has now blossomed into the successful business Two Roosters Ice Cream is today.

York is pleased to provide property management and leasing services at The Factory. Broker James Troxler represented the Landlord in the transaction.

York is excited to announce J. Betski’s European Restaurant has reopened a new location in Five Points Raleigh! J. Betski’s serves casual East and Central European food and drinks. A few of their menu items include Spaetzle, Venison Goulash Meatballs, Schnitzel, and Gingerbread Cake. Located at 1916 Bernard Street, Raleigh.

J. Betski’s also offers a prepared foods grab & go market that provides options to heat and eat, as well as a beer cooler where you may find traditional smoke beers.

Jon, the owner of J. Betski’s, has always hoped to open his own restaurant and is thrilled to do so in their new location. Jon is half Polish and half German, which is what inspired his desire to bring a modernized version of the traditional dishes he grew up eating to Raleigh.

Check out the rest of their menu and give them a try today!

We are delighted to announce ISO ISO Ramen is coming soon to Berkshire Village District. The restaurant will be occupying the former Brixx Pizza space next to Benelux Coffee. Look for them to open this winter!

Lynne Worth is pleased to represent the Landlord in leasing Berkshire Village District.

York is happy to announce Panaderia La Potosina is expected to open their 1,500 square foot shop early next year at Cross Link Shopping Center in south Raleigh. This bakery boasts freshly baked bread, desserts, and tortillas. It will be located at 1600 Cross Link Road, Suite 107, Raleigh.

Shoutout to Lynne Worth for representing the Landlord in leasing Cross Link Shopping Center.

Happy to announce that Miso Ramen Bar has opened their second location in Gateway Plaza Raleigh! We tried their Spicy Tan Tan Ramen and absolutely loved it. Located at 2411 Crabtree Boulevard.

Miso Ramen Bar is a family-run business that first opened in January 2020. They make their broth daily, braise their chashu in house, and make their ramen from fresh ingredients.

Shoutout to John Koonce for representing the Landlord in this transaction.

Try it today!

Check out Cheeni for fresh, authentic and homemade Indian dishes. For those of you who are on the go, Cheeni offers daily premade meals, smoothies and imported coffee from India! Located at 1141 Falls River Avenue, Suite 124.

Born and raised in South India, the owner Preeti calls herself the embodiment of what Cheeni is: a mix of Indian and American culture, with a mission to better the world through good, homemade food.

Shout out to James Troxler for representing the Landlord on such a unique transaction.