Kitchen Connect

10/31/2025

Commercial kitchen equipment for sale!
6-burner & 10-burner gas range ovens, convection oven (gas), tilt skillet braising pan (gas), veggie/produce wash tanks with bubbler pump.

New equipment has been installed and these pieces must find a new home asap.

Message us for more detail if you're interested!

02/18/2025

Crazy about kimchi? Check out , a new kimchi and Korean food maker cooking out of Kitchen Connect! We spoke with founder Seona Jeong the other week about her love of this incredible, flavour-packed ferment and her connection to it.

You can order a variety of different kimchi (radish kimchi, white kimchi, and signature sliced) through her Instagram and on the store!

Why did you decide to start My Pick?
I wanted to share the flavors of Korean kimchi and food with more people. Kimchi is such a healthy and delicious staple, full of natural probiotics, but I also love sharing other Korean foods—like desserts, cakes, and street food. There are so many amazing flavors, and I want to bring them to the local community.

Where did you learn how to make kimchi?
I learned from my mom. Growing up, kimchi was always a part of our meals, and I would help her make it. It’s a long and labor-intensive process, but it was a tradition in our home, and I’ve carried that with me.

What do you love about kimchi?
I love how versatile kimchi is—it can be enjoyed on its own or used in so many dishes. The taste constantly changes as it ferments, which makes it exciting to eat. Plus, its health benefits are amazing!

How can people order your products/learn more about your business?
People can order through my Instagram, and I’ll be joining the South Island FarmHub soon. I’m also working on a website. This summer, I plan to attend street markets, which will be a great way to connect with more people.

02/06/2025

Kitchen Connect is grateful to receive a $20,000 grant from the Viveka Foundation Fund through The Victoria Foundation—thank you for supporting our local food economy, food entrepreneurs, and local food processing!

02/04/2025

Did you know and love the restaurant Fork'n Pork and their decadent mac 'n' cheese? We've got good news for you—they're cooking it up again at Kitchen Connect for their line of Canadian frozen comfort meals called Take a Break Foods!

What's more, using Canadian-made ingredients has always been a part of their business plan. 🧀

Says owner Ben Bryce: "The vision for Take a Break Foods is to mass produce Canadian frozen food options that are affordable, and made with Canadian ingredients. Rising food costs have made frozen meals more appealing as of late, and we hope to bring products to market that taste great and are easy on the budget. Many of the frozen selections currently available in your favourite grocery store are unfortunately not Canadian, especially when it comes to dairy and cheese ingredients."

Last week, we talked to Ben about the new venture, the legacy of Fork'n Pork, and his fav kind of mac 'n' cheese. You can read it in full in our next newsletter (sign up on our website).

In the meantime, if you'd like to order ready-made meals from Take a Break, they have a home delivery option on their website, and are looking to supply vendors and resellers. https://www.takeabreakfoods.com/

01/21/2025

Looking for a space for your food truck or catering business? It may be (and feel like!) mid-winter, but now's a great time to start searching for a kitchen to call home this summer.

We offer 24/7 access, flexible booking, discounts for night owl shifts, and very high standards for cleanliness and equipment maintenance. Visit kitchenconnectvictoria.com to book a tour and learn more about how we can support your business.

(Photo by Picnic Creative)

01/13/2025

Join our team!

We're hiring! Love vegetables and want to write about them? Enjoy engaging with the public and talking about local food? This might be the role for you!

Learn more about the position and how to apply here: https://www.sifarmhub.ca/join-our-team

Application deadline is January 31, 2025.

01/10/2025

Reminder: We will be holding an Open House event next Thursday, January 16th from 12-1pm. All are invited, whether you're looking to start a food business, or if you're just curious about how a commercial kitchen works.

Come take a tour of the space, ask Operations Manager Kira all of your equipment-related questions, and enjoy some light refreshments.

RSVP here: https://forms.gle/cQpPphC31JhuHDCw6

01/07/2025

Earlier this winter, Luis from Big Boss Tacos gave the KC team a salsa-making tutorial so we can work on co-packing his amazing, super-fresh, and quite spicy salsas for retail sale. Look out for his salsa verde and habanero blends this spring! 💃🌶

12/18/2024

has been busy in the kitchen this December making delectable ice cream sandwiches in a variety of of Christmas flavours!

Want an extra-special dessert to wow guests or to treat yourself? Four packs of sandwiches are available to order in any desired variety for $22.

You can choose from:
🍦Pumpkin cheesecake: Dairy-free pumpkin ice cream with a gluten-free chewy pumpkin cookie
🍦Cranberry orange: Dairy-free orange cranberry ice cream with a gluten-free cranberry chocolate infused soft, chewy cookie
🍦Apple pie: Sea salt vanilla ice cream with apple pie puree infused with a soft, chewy ginger cookie
🍦Chocolate & mint: Chocolate ice cream infused with house-made chocolate mint patties with a chocolate wafer

Orders can be placed through Instagram message , via email [email protected] or by calling 236-464-3722!

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12/14/2024

🚨 Final Reminder! 🚨

Only a few days left to take our survey (closes Sunday, December 15!) and have a say in the future of Kitchen Connect! By completing it, you’re helping Victoria’s food entrepreneurs and strengthening our local food network.

Oh, and did we mention the chance to win one of three amazing prizes valued at $500 in total? 🎉

🎁A local, artisanal gift basket from the South Island FarmHub
🎁A $100 South Island FarmHub gift certificate
🎁A Nordic spa experience for two at HAVN Saunas in Victoria's Inner Harbour

Hurry! Survey closes December 15th!

12/13/2024

We're so pleased to welcome Noir Triangle to Kitchen Connect! 🍙

Founder Yukifumi was born and raised in Fukuoka, Japan and moved to Victoria in 2021 to study full-time at a university here.

Says Yukifumi: "While balancing my studies and a part-time job, I often struggled to find quick, healthy meal options. As time went on, I began to miss the comforting taste of my mom’s homemade cooking.

Although Japanese food is quite popular in Victoria and there are some excellent options, I found myself longing for something truly traditional: onigiri! Simple, delicious, and healthy rice balls that remind me of home.

With that nostalgia in mind, I decided to share a taste of my country by bringing these delightful treats to our beautiful Vancouver Island. I hope you enjoy our freshly made onigiri and love them as much as I do!"

You can find Noir Triangle's onigiri in four different flavours (tuna, spicy tuna, vegan corn and edamame, and beef bulgogi) on the FarmHub shop -- our team has been loving them for an quick and tasty lunch option. 🤤 They're also available for catering packages and even an on-site onigiri vending machine!

https://www.noirtriangle.com/

12/11/2024

🚨 Don’t Miss Your Chance! 🚨

Time is running out to share your thoughts and help shape the future of Kitchen Connect. Our survey closes on December 15th, and we need your voice to make a difference for Victoria’s local food community!

As a thank you for participating, you could win one of three fantastic prizes:

🎁A curated gift basket of South Island FarmHub goodies ($200 value).
🎁A $100 gift certificate for the South Island FarmHub.
🎁A relaxing Nordic spa experience for two at HAVN Saunas in Victoria's Inner Harbour ($200 value).

Take the survey now: https://www.kitchenconnectvictoria.com/survey

Your input will help us support local entrepreneurs, grow our food community, and foster innovation. Let’s build a stronger local food system together!