The Cheesecakery's Pride cheesecake is available at Slam Dunk Pizza with proceeds benefiting a LGBTQ+ serving nonprofit. (Courtesy photo)

MENDOCINO Co., 6/10/24 — Happy Pride month, Mendocino County! As a member of the LGBTQ+ community and the Mendocino Voice’s resident foodie, I count June as a great time for me to learn about local LGBTQ+ business owners making an impact in the food and beverage industry, as well as allies that stand up and support the queer community. 

Antojitos Mary, a Ukiah Mexican food truck with a cult following for its birria-topped french fries, Instagrammable michelaguas drinks and crazy Hot Cheetos-drenched snacks, is proudly part of the LGBTQ+ community. “For those who unfortunately do not have the support of family/friends come on over. We will gladly be your family,” owner Jovana Alatorre shared in a Facebook comment in Mendocino County Foodies. Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-8 p.m. and special events, 676 S. Orchard Ave., Ukiah, (707) 391-2011

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Sarah Stierch covers breaking news and more for The Mendocino Voice. Reach her at sarah@mendovoice.com.