We invite you to join us in celebration of Findlay Kitchen with drinks and gourmet small bites from a handful of small businesses who call Findlay Kitchen home. This fundraising event is presented by Truist Bank and will be full of good company, great food, and the opportunity to continue supporting this essential culinary hub in the heart of our city.
 

The event includes the following:

• Cocktail-style setting with small bites and a full bar
• Engaging testimonials from Findlay Kitchen members 
• Paddle raise and raffles
• Emcee Mark Borison, Host/Producer of the Jungle Jim's International Market Podcast

Participating Findlay Kitchen Members:

• Afromeals: Fried Rice and Jollof Rice 

• Chai For: Traditional, Ginger, and Botanica Chai 

• Heirloom Chef: Arugula Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Golden Beets, Carrots, Pistachios and Curry Vinaigrette 

• Jay's Nyam & Jam: Jerk Chicken Dip & Creamy Callaloo Dip served with Plantain Chips

• Olive Tree Catering: Baba Ganouj & Hummus served with Pita 

• Paktli: Paktli Bites - White Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate with Blueberries and Cacao Nibs, Extra Dark Chocolate with Dried Cranberries and Cashews

• The Passion Plate: Asian Cheese Ball with Rice Crackers 

• Walkerbar: Crime of Passion - White Chocolate Cheesecake Base, Ooey Gooey Cake, Passionfruit Swirl Ice Cream 

• YeeMama: Chicken & Basil & Pork & Baby Bok Choy Wontons

Since opening in 2016, Findlay Kitchen has helped nearly 300 food entrepreneurs start, grow and scale, with a specific emphasis on supporting those with higher barriers to entry in the restaurant industry - BIPOC, women and immigrant-owned businesses. 84% of current members fall into one or more of those categories. Findlay Kitchen empowers and embraces the wealth of culture and diversity that is needed to advance and sustain a vibrant food ecosystem, right here in the heart of our city. Join us on April 10 to celebrate and support this amazing community!

Schedule of Events:

• 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. - Registration
• 6 p.m. - Tasting stations open 
• 6:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Program
• 8:30 p.m. - Event ends 

About Findlay Kitchen

Findlay Kitchen is a non-profit food business incubator located in the heart of the historic Findlay Market district. Findlay Kitchen supports food entrepreneurs looking to start, grow and scale their businesses by providing affordable access to 14 licensed commercial kitchens, commercial-grade kitchen equipment, business-building wraparound services, and ample storage space. Our facility was designed and built with maximum flexibility in mind for our members, whether they’re just starting out or looking to scale their current operation.