Wrap up Black History Month with a tasting tour that lets you sample dishes from six Black-owned businesses at Findlay Market! In addition to a full historical tour of the Market, you'll be able to connect with Black business owners and enjoy samples of their product.

Participating Merchants

• Eliza Jane's BakeShop:  Traditional Cookie

• Chamaele: Honey Straw Bundle

• Bouchard's Pasta: Macaroni and Cheese

• Gramma Debbie's Kitchen: Soul Food Soup

• Makers Bakers Co.:  Banana Pudding

• Melanin Flame Candle Co.: Tin Candle to Take Home

Tickets for this tour are $40 and include all dishes, drinks, and take home gifts received during the tour. There are only 12 tickets available for this tour.

Refund Policy

Please note that payments are non-refundable and will be gratefully accepted as a donation to the Corporation for Findlay Market, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your contribution directly supports vital food access and food entrepreneurship initiatives in our community.

Allergy Disclaimer 

If you have a food allergy or dietary restriction, please contact Kaily at kgomez@findlaymarket.org in advance of your tour. We will do our best to communicate needs with participating merchants; however, accommodations cannot be guaranteed. Participation in the tour is at the guest’s own discretion and risk.

You are invited to join us for a special celebration of Findlay Kitchen's 10th Anniversary with drinks and gourmet small bites from 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.

Tickets are $95

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

Participating Findlay Kitchen Members & Alumni: 

• 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, 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:

• Former Director Marianne Hamilton 

• The Arepa Place

• The Empanada's Box 

• ETC Produce & Provisions 

• Flourish Culinary Services 

• Honey Child Pops 

  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 5 to celebrate ten years of this amazing community!

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.

Celebrate Bock Fest at Findlay Market at our Bock Fest Tasting Tour! In addition to a full historical tour of the Market, we'll be stopping at five Merchants throughout the tour sampling traditional German dishes and drinks, including a bock beer at Jane's!

Participating Merchants:

• Babushka Pierogi - Kielbasa Sauerkraut Pierogi

• Eli's BBQ - Smoked Sausages with Beer Cheese

• Jane's - Bock Beer

• The Rhined - Sample TBD

• …and more!

Tickets for this tour are $35 and include all dishes, drinks, and gifts enjoyed. There are only 12 spots available for this tour.

Refund Policy:

*Please note that payments are non-refundable and will be gratefully accepted as a donation to the Corporation for Findlay Market, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your contribution directly supports vital food access and food entrepreneurship initiatives in our community.

Allergy Disclaimer:

*If you have a food allergy or dietary restriction, please contact Kaily at kgomez@findlaymarket.org in advance of your tour. We will do our best to communicate needs with participating merchants; however, accommodations cannot be guaranteed. Participation in the tour is at the guest’s own discretion and risk.

Join us in celebrating Reds Opening Day at the annual Findlay Market Opening Day Parade. The parade will kick off at Findlay Market at 12 PM and end at Taft Theater. 

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In celebration of Juneteenth, we are hosting a free panel discussion about the history and significance of the holiday. We invite four Black community leaders to sit on the panel and speak on their personal experience with Juneteenth and what it means to them.

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During our Juneteenth Market Event, we are celebrating Findlay Market’s various Black-owned businesses. You’ll be able to sample special dishes and shop unique items that tie back to the history and importance of Juneteenth.

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Night Market is our annual free outdoor event where we stay open late so you can shop, eat and drink until the sun goes down. Market House Merchants and Outdoor Market Vendors alike will be popped up outside serving food and selling locally made products, and storefronts on both Race and Elm Street will stay open until 9 PM. There will be various interactive stations as well as live music all evening. 

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Enjoy food from top local chefs and market merchants, wine pairings and more, all while raising funds for vital Findlay Market initiatives.

The flavors will fly again this September at our annual fundraiser, Flavor of Findlay, as we bring together market merchants and Cincinnati’s top culinary talent to celebrate our local food scene.

All event proceeds support Findlay Market's local food entrepreneurship initiatives, food access for low-income individuals, community-building efforts, and sustainability initiatives.

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It’s our final tasting event of the year and this time, it’s all about autumn! Fall Food Fest is a celebration of the harvest season. Our Merchants prepare dishes using seasonal ingredients for you to sample one by one.

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Trick or Treat at Findlay Market!

Our Merchants dress up and pass out candy to any kiddo in costume. Findlay Market invites you to the best Trick-or-Treating in town. All families, school groups, and neighbors are welcome to join us from 4 - 6 PM on Halloween to trick-or-treat from our Market Merchants and partners. Kids will have the chance to get candy inside of the Market House and at our surrounding storefronts. All businesses passing out candy will be clearly marked so you know where to stop!

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Enter your dog in our annual dog costume contest! Owners are encouraged to dress up with their pup. Dogs will be scored by three judges based on things like cuteness, cleverness, and ability to keep their costume on. The top three dogs win prizes, and each pup will go home with a bag of treats from Pet Wants.

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Shop Small Saturday is a nation-wide movement to support local businesses in lieu of shopping from big box stores during the holidays. Findlay Market is a beautiful patchwork quilt of small, family-owned and -operated businesses that provides so much value to our community. Jumpstart your holiday shopping by supporting Small Businesses this Saturday! 

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