One Smart Cookie

The Stranger profiles Vince Vu and his Seattle bakery Anh Ơi, located in Chinatown-International District. Vu, a former tech worker and political strategist, opened the shop in May 2026 through Seattle Restored, a city program offering free rent to new businesses. The bakery features Vietnamese-inspired treats and rotating shelves of Asian American bakers’ creations, with a business model designed to work around complex food regulations. Vu advocates for easier small food business processes and neighborhood investment.