Coined by our Founder...
Datelier™
/date-ellie-ay/ (noun)
is a person or company who makes confectioneries from the date fruit
Aline Mnayan
The Date Spot® was not a business I intended to start. After dealing with gut health issues for several years, I decided to take matters into my own hands. This was not an easy journey, and my healing was anything but linear. I went through many trials and tribulations over several years to finally and successfully heal my gut. A big part of that journey was food. You name the “diet” or “cleanse,” I tried it. Food to me is not only calories. It is fuel, nutrition, energy, and a source of life. Food is what healed me. A big part of that were dates, the fruit. (continued below)
A personal journey of self- discovery through food
As a health and wellness enthusiast and self-proclaimed foodie, I seldom came across foods that were healthy yet enjoyable. I tried to find alternatives to my favorites (I’m obsessed with custards!) but all the health foods just seemed lifeless. I experimented. I made concoctions with dates – pies, shakes, bacon (yes, I tried to make date bacon). I also made date snacks which became my go-to snack, essential for providing minerals to prevent energy crashes. (cont.)
A serendipitous moment led to the unexpected birth of The Date Spot®
Throughout my journey, I met wonderful individuals on their own journey. One of the individuals who is now a life-long friend, organized a women’s circle event and asked me to bring my dates as a contribution. Not expecting much, I brought a box to the event.
To my surprise, the host announced, “Aline makes these dates; please get her information and order.” I immediately looked at her and whispered, “What are you doing?! I don’t sell these.” The following day I had 20 orders from the women who had tried the dates at the event. And that's how The Date Spot® was born...
Inspired by a journey of relentless learning, healing, and love
My past experiences from rebuilding hospitals in war-torn regions, to improving the quality of healthcare as a business management consultant with over 10 years of experience at a Big Four Consulting firm, have instilled in me a desire to help those in need. My personal journey has propelled my purpose to not only educate others of their own ability to heal but empower them to do so – and I never thought it would start with a single date...
I hope my story inspires you to pursue your own dreams. Remember it’s always...
“Better Date Than Never.®"
Our Philosophy
Every bite tells a story of tradition, dedication, and love. At The Date Spot®, our dessert dates are handmade daily with a focus on using quality ingredients. We work with local California-based organic farms to create dessert dates that are gluten-free and dairy-free with nut-free options available - delivering a true farm-to-table experience. Coming from an immigrant family, we also include exotic and diverse ingredients from our traditional cuisine including age old traditional methods of roasting and churning our nut butters.
We do not focus on perfection as no two date fruits are alike. We focus on quality, experience, and taste.
Experience our thoughtfulness and nurturing touch in every delicious detail...
