UIX: Tawnya Clark and the Batata Shop
Tawnya Clark is owner and operator of the Batata Shop, a small artisan food business that specializes in comfort foods made with sweet potatoes. That includes waffles, pancakes, biscuits and more, reports Tunde Wey.
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