Small Bites, Big Impact | A Findlay Kitchen Fundraiser

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Thu, March 05, 2026
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM ET

You are invited to join us for a special celebration of Findlay Kitchen's 10th Anniversary. We are celebrating this monumental milestone with drinks and gourmet small bites from ten current Findlay Kitchen members and alumni. This fundraising event will be full of good company, great food, and the opportunity to continue supporting this essential culinary hub in the heart of our city.
 
Since opening in 2016, Findlay Kitchen has helped nearly 300 food entrepreneurs start, grow, and scale their businesses as a mission-driven program grounded in principles of inclusivity and equity. Committed to reducing systemic barriers that limit access to opportunity, Findlay Kitchen supports entrepreneurs with higher barriers to entry in the restaurant industry. Over 80% of our member community are part of historically marginalized groups, reflecting our commitment to ensuring all entrepreneurs benefit from shared resources, education, and a vibrant community. By embracing the wealth of culture and diversity that our members bring, Findlay Kitchen helps advance and sustain a thriving, equitable food ecosystem in the heart of our city. In recognition of this impact, Findlay Kitchen was awarded the prestigious Incubator Kitchen of the Year Award at the 2025 Golden Whisk Awards.

 

Join us on March 5th to celebrate ten years with ten small bites from our amazing community! 

 

The event will feature:

 

  • Small bites from 10 different Findlay Kitchen Members and Alumni

  • A full bar (two drinks included with ticket)

  • Engaging testimonials from Findlay Kitchen Members

  • Paddle raise and raffles

  • Emcee Mark Borison, Host/Producer of the Jungle Jim's International Market Podcast 

 

Findlay Kitchen Member & Alumni Event Vendors:

 

  • The Arepa Place: Sweet Cheese Arepa Waffle Topped with Mozzarella Cheese & Condensed Milk 

  • Bailey Family Catering: Thai Chicken Meatballs in Yellow Curry and Vegan Hearts of Palm "Crab" Cakes

  • Daveyboy's Bourbon Pecans: Alouette and Spicy Jam Dip with Chopped Bourbon Pecans

  • The Empanada's Box: Mini Buenos Aires and Singapore Empanadas with Chimichurri Sauce 

  • Honey Child Pops: Blackberry Sage Pop, Pineapple Lime Thyme Pop and Strawberry Swirl Pop

  • Lotus Street Food: Beef Jerky with Sticky Rice & Hot Jam

  • Makers Bakers Co.: Banana Pudding, New York-Style Cheesecake, and Chocolate Cake with Buttercream Filling and Fudge Frosting

  • Sabor Alaniz: Chicken Tamales and Jalapeño & Cheese Tamales

  • Soleil Kitchen: Creole Shrimp & Smoked Gouda Grits

  • Tablespoon Cooking Co.: Hot Gold Crunch Snack Mix and Triple Chocolate Chunk Brown Butter Cookies

 

Findlay Kitchen Member & Alumni Guest Speakers:

 

 

Schedule of Events

 

  • 5:30 - 6 PM: Registration

  • 6 PM: Tasting stations open

  • 6:30 - 7 PM: Program

  • 9 PM: Event concludes

 


About Findlay Kitchen

 

Findlay Kitchen is a nonprofit food business incubator located in the historic Findlay Market district. It offers food entrepreneurs affordable access to fourteen licensed commercial kitchens, professional grade equipment, business development support, and generous storage space. The facility is designed with flexibility in mind so members at any stage of their journey can access the tools and resources they need to succeed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EVENT TIME iCal - Outlook - Google

Thu, March 05, 2026
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM ET

Tickets


$25 Findlay Kitchen Ten Year Anniversary Cookbook

Preorder your Findlay Kitchen Ten Year Anniversary Cookbook featuring 15 special recipes from from current Findlay Kitchen members and alumni.

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$95 General Admission Ticket

Raffle Ticket


$10 (1) Private Dinner for 4 at Findlay Kitchen

Buy one raffle ticket for $10 or 6 tickets for $50! 

 

Private Dinner with Chef Kymberly Wilbon

For an unforgettable experience, Chef Kymberly Wilbon is offering a multi-course, "Around the World" meal, inspired by global cuisine, for you and up to three friends at Findlay Kitchen. Don’t miss this exclusive culinary adventure—your dinner date must be mutually agreed upon and redeemed by March 5, 2027.

 

Chef Kymberly Wilbon is one of Cincinnati’s most sought-after private chefs, known for her vibrant, nutritious meals packed with bold flavors. Her clientele includes Cincinnati Bengals players, the Xavier Men’s Basketball team, and more. Chef Kym infuses a global twist into every dish, blending flavors from her travels, which often include influences from Parisian, Asian, Mediterranean, and American cuisines.

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$50 (6) Private Dinner for 4 at Findlay Market

Buy one raffle ticket for $10 or 6 tickets for $50! 

 

Private Dinner with Chef Kymberly Wilbon

For an unforgettable experience, Chef Kymberly Wilbon is offering a multi-course, "Around the World" meal, inspired by global cuisine, for you and up to three friends at Findlay Kitchen. Don’t miss this exclusive culinary adventure—your dinner date must be mutually agreed upon and redeemed by March 5, 2027.

 

Chef Kymberly Wilbon is one of Cincinnati’s most sought-after private chefs, known for her vibrant, nutritious meals packed with bold flavors. Her clientele includes Cincinnati Bengals players, the Xavier Men’s Basketball team, and more. Chef Kym infuses a global twist into every dish, blending flavors from her travels, which often include influences from Parisian, Asian, Mediterranean, and American cuisines.

Read more
$10 (1) Findlay Market Tasting Experience

Buy one raffle ticket for $10 or 6 tickets for $50! 

 

Enter for a chance to win the Findlay Market Tasting Experience. Enjoy local flavors, meet talented vendors, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the market.  

 

As the winner, you will receive:

  • Juneteenth Tasting Event experience for two

  • Fall Food Fest experience for two

  • Two tickets to Flavor of Findlay ($230 value)

  • Private tasting tour where the winner and up to three guests will sample a variety of market specialties and discover new favorites

  • Two tickets to an Afromeals cooking class, providing hands-on instruction to bring the flavors of Findlay Market into your own kitchen

 

This raffle prize offers more than a tasting. It is a full market experience, combining food, culture, and memorable moments!

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$50 (6) Findlay Market Tasting Experience

Buy one raffle ticket for $10 or 6 tickets for $50! 

 

Enter for a chance to win the Findlay Market Tasting Experience. Enjoy local flavors, meet talented vendors, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the market.  

 

As the winner, you will receive:

  • Juneteenth Tasting Event experience for two

  • Fall Food Fest experience for two

  • Two tickets to Flavor of Findlay ($230 value)

  • Private tasting tour where the winner and up to three guests will sample a variety of market specialties and discover new favorites

  • Two tickets to an Afromeals cooking class, providing hands-on instruction to bring the flavors of Findlay Market into your own kitchen

 

This raffle prize offers more than a tasting. It is a full market experience, combining food, culture, and memorable moments!

Read more
$10 (1) Jungle Jim's Basket feat. Findlay Kitchen

Buy one raffle ticket for $10 or 6 tickets for $50! 

 

Exciting news! Jungle Jim's and Findlay Kitchen have teamed up at their Fairfield location. You can explore a Findlay Kitchen display and demo kitchen featuring the creations of more than 15 Findlay Kitchen members. This is prime shelf space at the world’s largest grocery store!

 

To celebrate, take home a $100 Jungle Jim's Gift Card along with goodies from some of the featured Kitchen members. See, taste, and shop the best of local culinary talent.

Read more
$50 (6) Jungle Jim's Basket feat. Findlay Kitchen

Buy one raffle ticket for $10 or 6 tickets for $50! 

 

Exciting news! Jungle Jim's and Findlay Kitchen have teamed up at their Fairfield location. You can explore a Findlay Kitchen display and demo kitchen featuring the creations of more than 15 Findlay Kitchen members. This is prime shelf space at the world’s largest grocery store!

 

To celebrate, take home a $100 Jungle Jim's Gift Card along with goodies from some of the featured Kitchen members. See, taste, and shop the best of local culinary talent.

Read more

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Corporation for Findlay Market Ellisen Blair 202 W Elder Street, Floor 4 , Cincinnati OH 45202 eblair@findlaymarket.org https://www.findlaymarket.org/
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