alta – or ‘high’ in Portuguese – is inspired by the potential of this amazing city. Our dispensary, located in the bustling Nolita–Chinatown neighborhood, is part of a family legacy from the mid-70's. Giving back to the community is so important to us so a portion of all proceeds go to Send Chinatown Love to support local small businesses. We look forward to hosting community events to become a gathering point for the new generation of cannabis users.

Our Story

From owner Vanessa Yee-Chan: This building has acted as our family’s Plymouth Rock since my grandparents escaped war-ravaged Mozambique in 1974, purchasing 52 Kenmare Street in 1976 as a foundation to rebuild all they left behind.

Today, as a third-generation multi-hyphenate business owner, I’m so proud to continue my family’s legacy in this same location and to do something that is so personal to my own story.

"For much of my adult life, I have grappled with insomnia and anxiety issues. It wasn't until my late 30s that I discovered the significant relief that cannabis provided me. Now I want to share these incredible products with other women who may be as intimidated as I was by the distinctly smoke shop-like spaces cannabis is typically sold in. I’m proud to be the first Asian-American woman to create a space like this in New York. And I’m even more proud to do it in my family’s own building." -Vanessa Yee-Chan