Findlay Kitchen

Are you ready??? @tasteofcincinnati is coming in hot! 🔥 We’re so excited to be part of this iconic food festival each year, and we’re extra excited about the addition of Friday evening this year! One more day means more time to eat your way through the Findlay Market Zone at the corner of 5th and Broadway. Come see us! 😋 Friday, May 22 • 4 - 11 PM 😋 Saturday, May 23 • 11 AM - 11 PM 😋 Sunday, May 24 • 11 AM - 11 PM 😋 Monday, May 25 • 11 AM - 8 PM

10 years of Findlay Kitchen 🎉 What a journey it’s been! Over 300 businesses have called Findlay Kitchen home at some point in the past decade, and it’s been the pleasure of a lifetime to support each and every one of them along the way. Here’s to another decade of supporting small food businesses! Help us support the next generation of food entrepreneurs by donating at the link in our bio.

Findlay Kitchen is a vital asset to Cincinnati’s food community. It provides affordable access to commercial kitchen space, equipment, and storage, and Members are supported by a dedicated staff who helps them navigate the complexities of the restaurant industry. Help us preserve this resource for years to come by donating to our Winter Fund Drive at the link in our bio.

Join @samadamsbtad at the Samuel Adams Taproom (1727 Logan St, Cincinnati) on Tuesday, May 19 at 5 PM for The Cincinnati Pitch Room Competition! 🎤 This event is the culmination of the ‘Brewing the American Dream’ Bootcamp, designed to help food and beverage entrepreneurs become better equipped to get their products in front of new customers. A select group of participants from this year’s cohort will compete in the Pitch Room for the chance to receive a business grant. Reserve your seat today through the link in our bio and support our small businesses (all while enjoying free food and beer!)

Catch our Best of Taste winners’ dishes at @tasteofcincinnati from Friday, May 22 - Monday, May 25: Keep your eyes peeled for: 🍽️ Dat’s Ole School Cookin’: Spicy Catfish Nuggets 🍽️ @jays_nyam_and_jam : Jerk Tacos, Jerk Chicken Bowl 🍽️ @olivetree.catering : Mixed Baklava 🍽️ @rockyshomeflavor : Puff Puff (Cameroonian Beignets) 🍽️ @tilitacincy : Picarones 🍽️ @walkerbarbakery : Aley Monster Ice Cream 🍽️ @yee.mama : Wobble Wobble Cold Noodles, Handmade Wontons Learn more about the Taste of Cincinnati lineup at the link in our bio!

Meet @anchu.co , one of our newest Findlay Kitchen members and a total hit at the Outdoor Market lately! This mother-daughter duo is known for their crisp dosas, South Indian breakfast favorites, and sandwiches layered with bold flavors like chicken pickle and sweet & spicy ginger pickle. Even better, you can take the sauces home with you. Their menu changes with the seasons, with new specials every weekend alongside favorites like the Chicken Pickle Breakfast Sandwich and Potato Masala Dosa. Their journey at the Kitchen has perfectly set them up for a successful outdoor season. They recently completed our Findlay Learn Food Business Foundations course, which teaches emerging entrepreneurs the essentials of running a professional food business. We are so proud to see their hard work paying off! Be sure to follow their social media to keep up with their latest market pop-up schedule and grab a bite for yourself.

This just in 📰💥 We have the Best of Taste winners hot off the press! We’re so proud of all the Findlay Market Merchants and Findlay Kitchen Members who gave it their all in this year’s competition. Job well done, everyone! And a special congratulations to our winners 🫶 SNACKS + BITES 🥇 @rockyshomeflavor : Puff Puff (Cameroonian Beignets) 🥈 @yee.mama : Wobble Wobble Cold Noodles 🥉 @jays_nyam_and_jam : Jerk Tacos 🔷 CinGourmand: @soleil.kitchen , Creole Shrimp & Smoked Gouda Grits; @thepassionplate , Greek Nachos CRAVEABLE MAINS 🥇@yee.mama : Handmade Wontons (Chicken + Basil, Pork + Bok Choy) 🥈 @jays_nyam_and_jam : Jerk Chicken Bowl 🥉 Dat’s Ole School Cookin’: Spicy Catfish Nuggets 🔷 CinGourmand: @saboralaniz , Chicken Taquitos; Lotus Street Food, Chicken Drunken Noodles SWEETS + TREATS 🥇 @walkerbarbakery : Aley Monster Ice Cream 🥈 @olivetree.catering : Mixed Baklava 🥉 @tilitacincy : Picarones 🔷 CinGourmand: @banasun513 , Acai Bowl; @daveyboysbourbonpecans , Bourbon Pecans You can enjoy all these dishes and so much more in the Findlay Market Zone at @tasteofcincinnati from Friday, May 22 - Monday, May 25. See you there!

Before the crowds, before the bites-this is where it all begins. Go behind the scenes of the 2026 Best of Taste Competition as chefs, creators, and culinary teams put the finishing touches on the dishes they hope will take the top spot. From last-minute prep to plating perfection, this is your inside look at the passion driving Cincinnati’s food scene. Winners will be announced tomorrow! Shoutout to our Presenting Sponsor Kroger for supporting this event. #BestOfTaste #TasteOfCincinnati #BehindTheScenes #CincyEats #FoodCompetition

At its heart, Gather is more than just a name—it’s a mission statement. For co-founders Josh Peebles, Liz French, and Ambriel Stair, @gatherfromdawntodusk reflects their ultimate goal: creating a place where people truly feel connected through food. Through their elevated fast-casual dining, and catering, their team has built a one-stop shop entirely customizable to their clientele. From mobile bartending at weddings to their signature "Gatherables" (elevated adult lunchables) and fan-favorite Mac and Cheese, they’ve proven that high-quality hospitality can also be deeply personal. The road to their vision for Gather wasn't a straight line. The trio worked together previously on two other ventures that ultimately didn't pan out. However, those outcomes provided the clarity they needed to build something on their own terms. "In a lot of ways, I think we needed those endeavors to not work out," says Liz French, CEO and co-owner. "I don’t know if I would have been so willing to take that leap if they had." For Josh Peebles, COO and co-owner, the transition to ownership has reignited his passion for the food business. "When we started having these conversations and started Gather, it really brought back my spark," Josh says. Choosing Findlay Kitchen as their incubator kitchen was a natural choice. Having previously worked in the space, the team felt a deep connection to the kitchen’s values. "It was kind of a no-brainer doing it here," Liz explains. "We felt that sense of community. It kind of does feel like coming home in that way." Part of what makes Gather’s perspective so fresh is the diversity of the team itself. Ambriel Stair, Senior Sales Manager, notes that their strength lies in their varied life experiences. "We’re all different ages and bring something different to the table," she explains. Today, the Gather team is bringing that energy to every pop-up and catered event they take on. With a long-term goal of opening their own dedicated space, they are currently focused on what they do best: building community through food. You can find their products on the Findlay Market Shopping App, and direct inquiries to their website or social media!

In celebration of Findlay Kitchen’s 10 Year Anniversary, we made a cookbook to commemorate just a few of hundreds of recipes created within Findlay Kitchen’s walls. Featuring current Members as well as alumni, this cookbook contains a diverse collection of recipes that mark milestones in each business’ journey. And now for the recipe reveals! ✨ 🧑‍🍳 Ghanaian Jollof Rice from @afromeals 🧑‍🍳 Arepa Dulce con Anís Rellena de Queso (Sweet Arepa with Anise) from @arepaplace 🧑‍🍳 Pan Roasted Salmon with Blood Orange Glaze from @flourish_culinary_cincy 🧑‍🍳 Shepherd’s Pie from @the_heirloom_chef 🧑‍🍳 Jamaican Sweet Festival from @jays_nyam_and_jam 🧑‍🍳 Vegan Goetta from @juniper.seed 🧑‍🍳 Chicken & Shrimp Spring Rolls from Lotus Street Food (@partyvath77 ) 🧑‍🍳 Apple Wildberry Crumble from @love_thy_dessert 🧑‍🍳 Tuscan Pasta Salad from @magnificentmorselscatering 🧑‍🍳 Rosemary & Parmesan Crackers from @makersbakersco 🧑‍🍳 Monk’s Kibbeh (Kibbeh al-Raheb) from @olivetree.catering 🧑‍🍳 Challah Bread from @paktlifoods 🧑‍🍳 Asian Cheeseball from @thepassionplate 🧑‍🍳 Salsa Verde Taquera from @saboralaniz 🧑‍🍳 Soupe au Pistou from @tablespooncookingco You can pre-order the Findlay Kitchen 10 Year Anniversary Cookbook today for $25 at the link in our bio, and you will be notified when your copy is ready for pickup. All proceeds from the sale of this cookbook will be returned to Findlay Kitchen to continue supporting small businesses as they start, grow, and scale.

And just like that…@blueoven 's brand new production facility is open! 🥂 This project has been an undertaking for Will, John, and the team. After years of hard work, they are able to spread their wings in a space of their own, and we’re so excited to see the growth that’s ahead for them. Blue Oven is one of Cincinnati’s most beloved bakeries. Their breads are featured on menus throughout the city and every single weekend, you can find a line spilling out of their stall at Findlay Market, a testament to the quality of their products and service. The grand opening of this production space won’t change anything about their Findlay Market stall, but it’ll allow for them to continue organically growing their company to provide delicious bread and baked goods all throughout the city. Stop by today to wish them a warm welcome to Elm Street! There’s still time to enter their giveaway for a chance to win a $100 Findlay Market Shopping App gift card. Check the link in their bio for more information! 📍1808 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Tastebuds Hemp Seeds are organic hemp hearts tossed in organic oil, low-temperature roasted, and seasoned to perfection. Founded by Dr. James Weeks and Chef Galen Adkins, these snacks deliver a vegan, nutrient-packed, delicious crunch and make for the perfect healthy boost! Check out the new flavors at the @junglejimsmarket Fairfield Demo Kitchen: 🧂 Salted 🌶️ Honey Chipotle 🧁 Cinnamon Sugar Grab a bag the next time you’re there!