kzoo station:
a community kitchen
A Collective Community Design
Kzoo Station is a partnership between Amplify GR and SpringGR
ABOUT
KZOO STATION IS A COMMUNITY-FOCUSED COMMERCIAL KITCHEN THAT PROVIDES SPACE AND RESOURCES FOR LOCAL FOOD ENTREPRENEURS TO SUCCEED.
Not sure where to start? Kzoo Station has three areas of programming:
Food Idea Lab
Kitchen Incubator Program (KIP)
Maker Rental Space
What is an incubator program?
Kzoo Station is a community-focused commercial kitchen that provides space and resources for local food entrepreneurs to succeed.
the makers
Want to know who is cooking in the kitchen?
Check out the KZoo Station licensed food businesses and place your order!
Momma D’s
Owner, Debbie Mitchell
mommadskitchenllc.com
Savor the Flavor
Owner, Shantal Ferrell
www.savortheflavorllc.com
Dolly’s Delights
Owner, Stephanie Dolly
www.facebook.com/DollysDelightsGr
Papa’s Peppers
Owner, Jeanetta Hudnell
www.instagram.com/pepperspapas
Honeybee Kitchen and Catering
Owner, Barbara Johnson
www.facebook.com/Bizzybee303
Yummy In The Tummy
Owner, Farrah Ivy-Maze
Community-Voiced Priority
Design by Isaac V. Norris and Associates
what we heard neighbors say
Originally Boston Square Together heard the neighbors say they want to see more business ownership that is reflective of the community. Neighbors confirmed this by adding that they wanted to see black-owned businesses and small businesses owned by their neighbors.
Why a food incubator?
Sustainable food, small business ownership/entrepreneurship opportunities and accessible resources were priorities for neighbors in initial feedback loops. Food was a central topic in most groups and conversations as many neighbors have used Cottage Law standards to grow businesses within home kitchens. Financial accessibility to a commercial kitchen was a priority for neighbors who showed interest in the idea plus the need for technical support to begin or grow a business or idea.
Renovation Process
Good Shepherd Properties
Recognize this building? It's the old Good Shepherd Auto in Boston Square, the building at 1445 Kalamazoo Ave., and it's been empty for more than a decade.
