Union Kitchen

Join the local food adventure! We want to build DC manufacturing companies that are going to last.

Come in for a fresh cup of coffee, breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and explore products made locally in our food + beverage Accelerator alongside everyday convenience store items. A core component of our food and business Accelerator, our Stores connect products made in our Accelerator directly with consumers. This means they need to be so good that they outcompete the national options. Consumers nee

d to want to pick up a bag of Snacklins over Doritos, not because it’s local, but because it’s delicious. So whether you are looking to shop locally, snack on something delicious, or grab a quick coffee, come on by!

11/14/2024

is family owned and run by Christopher, Marcia, and Chef Matet! They will be dishing out their lumpia and other filipino deliciousness at Meet the Makers on November 16th from 3p-6p.

Matet's Kitchen, was inspired by a passion many can relate to - a love for Mom's cooking. The team is taking their family recipes, made many time's over in their own home, and building their company Matet's Kitchen. They are on a mission to celebrate and share the diverse and delicious tastes of Filipino cuisine and we can't wait for you to support them at this year's Meet the Makers.

🎟️TIX for MTM: 🎟️ https://hubs.la/Q02W86GG0

WHEN: November 16th 3p-6p
WHERE: UK Eckington + Eckington Hall

And check out over 100 other makers sampling and selling their products at the event.

11/13/2024

What's up Daniel Berg! Daniel founded Berg Bites as a Junior at George Washington University and his team will be sampling out at Meet the Makers on November 16th 3p-6p.

Berg Bites deliver long term energy with complex carbohydrates from heart healthy oats, essential fatty acids from nuts, chia seeds and coconut oil, and prebiotic fiber for gut health. Their lineup includes everything from protein cookies to oat-based bites and bars.

🎟️Get your TIX: 🎟️ https://hubs.la/Q02W83370

WHEN: November 16th 3p-6p
WHERE: UK Eckington + Eckington Hall

++ 100 other vendors sampling and selling their delicious products
+ Raffle with really cool local prizes
AND SO MUCH MORE!

11/12/2024

This is Lesley, the founder & CEO of Khamsa Tonic. Sip, sample, shop her wellness tonic shot at Meet the Makers on November 16h from 3p-6p.

Inspired by her personal experience, Lesley developed a powerful recipe for a daily immunity drink that has kept her feeling healthy and vibrant for years. Each ingredient is carefully crafted using a combination of natural ingredients that are packed with antioxidant, antiviral, and antibacterial properties.

PS - Lesley is an artist! And she designed her own packaging. Make sure to chat with her about it at Meet the Makers.

🎟️TIX for MTM: 🎟️ https://hubs.la/Q02W7X4P0

WHEN: November 16th 3p-6p
WHERE: UK Eckington + Eckington Hall

And check out over 100 other makers sampling and selling their products at the event.

11/11/2024

Hello Chef Eron! We can't wait to sample all the amazing food from the Cured & Crisp team
at Meet the Makers on November 16th from 3p-6p.

✔️Potato Chips
✔️Soups
✔️Sauces

Eron has had a passion for food since a young age that stems from seeing the joy food brings to people. Eron followed his passion and spent two decades working at some of the finest restaurants and resorts in the northeast before starting his own company Cured & Crisp. Support Eron by sampling his delicious foods at Meet the Makers this year.

🎟️Meet the Makers TIX: 🎟️ https://hubs.la/Q02W7V650

November 16th 3p-6p

What else is awesome at Meet the Makers!?

+ 100+ other vendors (food, beverage, and alcohol) sampling and selling!
+ Raffle with awesome prizes
+ Surprise local musician performance
+ Cocktail, beer, and wine hall

11/10/2024

Meet Margarita, PhD, MBA, Scientist, Mother, Wife, CEO, and Entrepreneur! She is a lady with many talents including building an empanadas empire with her company which you can find at Meet the Makers on November 16th from 3p-6p.

Margarita's empanadas are based on her childhood growing up in Colombia. Her father owned restaurants that featured typical Colombian food like Bandeja Paisa, Sancocho, Arroz con Pollo, Arepas and of course EMPANADAS! 🥟

🎟️Meet the Makers TIX: 🎟️ https://hubs.la/Q02W7WXX0

November 16th 3p-6p

+ 100+ other vendors (food, beverage, and alcohol) sampling and selling!
+ Raffle with awesome prizes
+ Surprise local musician performance
+ Cocktail, beer, and wine hall

11/08/2024

Who wants some REAL GOOD COFFEE ☕? Find Compass Coffee at Meet the Makers on November 16th to warm your day up.

Compass Coffee was founded by two marines who, after years of drinking terrible coffee on deployment, became obsessed with the quest to find the perfect cup. First opened in 2014, Compass Coffee has grown into a District staple by providing real good coffee in the form of espresso drinks, signature coffee blends, teas, and a variety of other beverages.

🎟️ Meet the Makers TIX: 🎟️ https://hubs.la/Q02W7v7Q0

Come sip, sample, and shop with the Compass Coffee team on November 16th 3p-6p

Also check out the 100+ other vendors (food, beverage, and alcohol) sampling and selling!

11/06/2024

Grant Sarvis, founder of Pop's Bakery & Deli and Poppy's Stuffed Bagels is dishing it out at Meet the Makers on November 16th. WOO HOO! What else pairs so well with real good coffee from our friends at Compass Coffee (also participating in MTM)?

Grant’s love for bagels and bread started at a young age. Growing up, Grant’s Poppy (grandfather) would host family brunches. While the menu would always change, Poppy’s homemade bagels were always a staple of the meal. And now you get to enjoy them too, especially if you join us for Meet the Makers!

Meet the Makers TIX: 🎟️ https://hubs.la/Q02W7rxc0

November 16th 3p-6p 100+ vendors sampling and selling!

11/04/2024

Guess who else is joining us at Meet the Makers this year!? It's , the team that makes the BEST frozen french fries. 🍟🍟🍟

Ben Johnson and Jesse Konig started their entrepreneurial journey on the Wake Forest campus in 2013. From a food truck () to restaurants and stadiums, this duo recently launched their line of frozen fries, or in their words: "We wanted to make fries so good that we’d be proud to put our names on the front of the bag. We wanted fries that we could serve to our friends & family."

Grab your ticket 🎟️ https://hubs.la/Q02W7vnl0

So... come hungry and sample some of Jesse & Ben's incredible fries.

11/02/2024

This is Liam, the founder of . And you guessed it! Liam will be sampling and selling at this year's Meet the Makers 2024.

Liam started Ahav Foods (cookie dough bites) as a freshman at Duke University. Drawing inspiration from his own battles with an eating disorder and a desire to provide options for those with food sensitivities, Ahav's mission was clear: to redefine the snack game. His high-protein, plant-based cookie dough bites contain no more than six easily recognizable ingredients.

Grab your ticket 🎟️ https://hubs.la/Q02W7dms0

Check out Liam and the Ahav team at this year's Meet the Makers!

10/31/2024

🍉 🍊Say hello to Luis Solis, the founder of and . Luis and his team are sampling and selling at this year's Meet the Makers on November 16th!

Luis, started Caribe Juice during his final year of business school at the University of Virginia. He missed the fresh juice he grew up with in the Dominican Republic. In the DR, fresh passion fruit, mango, and guava juices are part of everyday culture. Sip and sample some incredible tropical cold pressed juices crafted in the Caribbean tradition.

Grab your ticket 🎟️ https://hubs.la/Q02W6Xsp0

And support the Caribe Juice and WTRMLN WTR team!

10/29/2024

👋Meet Caroline, the founder of and one of the many amazing brands participating in this year's event on November 16th.

Born in Greenisland, Northern Ireland, and having lived across Europe—from France to Spain—Caroline’s journey inspires every recipe. Her team specializes in Irish & European baked goods from shortbreads and scones to millionaire bars. Come try it all out on November 16th from 3p-6p!

Grab your ticket 🎟️ https://bit.ly/48qFW1w

And sample all of Caroline's amazing Irish baked goods!

09/30/2024

Our Accelerator Brands showed up in force at Art All Night NoMa at Alethia Tanner Park! Events like these are the perfect opportunity to test out products in development and get feedback from consumers--not to mention supporting the local community!

Big shout outs to , , , , , and Vertable Foods for showing up and representing our ecosystem!

03/06/2024

This wednesday 🌧️ has us craving cookies 🍪 and what better way to satisfy that craving than with some delicious Irish Shortbread cookies from GreenIsland Bakery☘️

Caroline Johnston has taken her family recipes and created a thriving CPG brand through owning her own manufacturing. We love what you've built so far Caroline!

03/04/2024

We're with founder and CEO ! 🤩 She's grown her retail line by 600% in 2023 and we can't wait to see what comes next for her! This is why owning your own manufacturing and taking a phased approach to growth will help you build your successful food business!

02/08/2024

Catch the Amazing Margarita Womack from on the Meet the Founder Podcast TODAY at 12pm! Here's the link below ⬇️

01/11/2024

🚨New Product Alert🚨 and their amazing Cranberry Carob Granola will be hitting Union Kitchen store shelves imminently! Donna Faye's Bakery CEO Jamila Jenkins founded her company in honor of her late mother and grandmother. By purchasing her granola, you will be honoring her family's legacy. Keep your 👀out for this delicious product!

12/19/2023

🎙️PODCAST ALERT!🎙️Union Kitchen's Founder and CEO Cullen Gilchrist is stepping into the limelight on Dominique Aubry-Morgan's Accelerator Insider podcast. 🎧 Tune in to the podcast episode and hear firsthand how Union Kitchen is revolutionizing the way we think about food entrepreneurship and supporting local businesses. 🌱✨ 👉 Don't miss out on this incredible conversation!

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1251 9TH Street NORTHWEST
Washington D.C., DC
20001

Telephone

+12027927850

Website

https://unionkitchen.com/retail-stores

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