"Lokal Artisan Foods was founded by Charisse McGill who was known for her creative business savvy and civic engagement. The business started in 2018 and became well-known for its French Toast Bites which were often sold out at local venues like Cherry Street Pier and Spruce Street Harbor Park. In 2021, McGill made history as the first Black woman to have a signature beer in Pennsylvania with the introduction of French Toast Ale in collaboration with Yards Brewing Company. Her company also produced a spice product and coffee based on her popular French Toast Bites." - Ernest Owens
