June 27, 2025 Northside Colonial Market grand opening press conference
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Grand opening of Colonial Market in North Minneapolis
Mitigation of local food desert and access to fresh produce
Economic development and small business investment
Strengthening community safety and trust through partnerships
Cultural corridor development in North Minneapolis
Job creation for local residents
Notable Quotes (3)
Your access to fresh fruit and vegetables to wholesome foods should not be dependent on the zip code in which you live.
Food accessDiscussing the issue of food deserts on the North Side.
This story is more than just a business it's a symbol of opportunity, resilience and unity.
Community impactExpressing the significance of opening the new market.
North Minneapolis is a food desert but we're taking that that very shameful title away by having stores like this.
Food desertsDescribing the community importance of the new grocery store.
People (5)
Daniel HernandezOwner
Founder of Colonial Market, focused on local economic investment and serving the community.
Jacob FreyMayor
Facilitated partnerships between business owners and supported the store's opening.
Latricia VitaCouncil Member
Represents North Minneapolis and has been a champion for local business and food access.
David WellingtonOwner
Owner of the commercial space and partner to Daniel Hernandez in the market venture.
John PachecoPresident
Advocate for Latino business development in Minnesota.
Places Mentioned
North MinneapolisColonial Market (location of the new grocery store)
Events & Meetings (2)
- Grand Opening event held in North Minneapolis, 2024
- Festival of opening for Colonial Market, 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM (following opening)