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Catching up with Iona Fresnoza, Founder of Kapé Philippine Coffee

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Catching up with Iona Fresnoza, Founder of Kapé Philippine Coffee

Last time we featured Kapé in the pack was in March of 2023, so we could not be more excited to have them back this year for Issue #11!

October 10, 2024 — Karen Duong 10 min read

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