The establishment is named after Martinez's grandmother, Juana, who gave her "secret" Venezuelan recipes and taught her to cook.
"Ultimately, this isn't about me and what I want to do in the borough. It's about what the borough needs me to do for them."
The seasonal walkway would support outdoor dining at Pickle’s during warm-weather months while improving pedestrian access along South Allen Street.
“I hope to be part of the solution in recovering our economy and our mental state. It’s going to take a while for us to be a more open, welcoming community, and I hope to be part of the solution for that as well.”
The protest will start at 6 p.m. at the Allen Street Gates.
With sweet treats and an even sweeter story, Sweet Tooth Bakery is easily a hidden gem in State College.