Family businesses form the backbone of the American economy providing more than 80 million jobs according to a 2021 study by Family Enterprise USA. Large and small, the U.S. claims 30 million family businesses. Wheaton’s Ooh La La Bakery represents one of the 14% in the food and restaurant sector. Three partners keep it running – Luis Velasco, his mom Yolanda and the pastry chef, their cousin Oscar.
The shop is located at 2600 University Boulevard West where University corners with Georgia Avenue. During the holidays you can pick up some seasonal favorites like Buche de Noel and Christmas cookies.
