MetroPops was started by husband and wife team, Jason and Stefanie Schwingle circa 2017. It was the culmination of multiple ideas, business plans, and years of living in Rochester and New York City that brought it all together. After starting the blog, the Rochesteriat, back in 2013, the Schwingle’s wanted to use on their strong relationships and partnerships that they were able to build over the years to continue to support local.