“My goal is to amplify small businesses that don't have the marketing budget for extensive advertising to reach a wider range of clientele. Every time you gift through Taste of Pensacola, you support local small business owners.“

Meet Tia Robbins.

Tia is the visionary and CEO behind the brand and concept of Taste of Pensacola, LLC.

Taste of Pensacola was born during the pandemic shut down. I’ve always supported local businesses, and I couldn’t fathom the thought of talented makers and bakers closing up shop. During this time, I made countless trips from shop to shop to pick up essential items, and I was amazed these small businesses were able to fulfill our needs (especially masks!) when Amazon wasn’t ready for the demand. 

Then a light bulb went off. “What if I curated gift boxes featuring local vendors and built an online gift shop for vendors to sell goods online?!”

So that’s when it started: I created a one-stop-shop of Pensacola makers to create a new way of gift-giving that was more personal and memorable. I like to call it “a gift that gives back.”  

After testing out the concept at pop-up markets last holiday season, and through many trials and tribulations, I officially launched the Signature Taste of Pensacola Box (aka #theorangebox) on August 19, 2021, at Shirley’s Cafe and Bakery, a local coffee shop, bakery and deli and a ToP vendor in Pensacola, FL. This limited-edition box featured seven amazing local women-owned businesses in Pensacola.

Since the launch, 100% of my vendors have noticed an increase in social media followers, and 85% have noticed an increase in revenue by more than 50%.

My goal is to amplify small businesses that don't have the marketing budget for extensive advertising to reach a wider range of clientele. Every time you gift through Taste of Pensacola, you support local small business owners. 

Our curated boxes make gift-giving easier and more unique.  Whether you’re looking for a closing gift for a client, an appreciation gift for a friend or colleague, or a custom corporate gift, we have a box for you.