Helping early-stage food entrepreneurs rise

Where Passion Meets Opportunity

Our passion is discovering new, local, and independent food entrepreneurs and making connections to business opportunities in the community.

Services offered by Rising Kitchens

Bring incredible food to your home, office, and special events - while opening doors for local culinary talent.

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    Corporate Catering

    Chef-prepared meals for business gatherings, celebrations, and everyday meetings - fresh, flavorful and hassle-free. Plus, our curated bundles let you mix and match flavors from different Rising Kitchens. By choosing us, you’re not just getting great food, you’re supporting talented local chefs on their journey.

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    In-Home Catering, Personal Chef & Food Experiences

    A restaurant-quality meal, prepared just for you. Whether it’s an intimate dinner or a special celebration, our chefs craft personalized menus. Current specialties include: Indian-Fusion, Farm to Table, Soul Food, & Carribean-Inspired. Our Cereal Bar Buffet is a party addition that is sure to “wow”. Every experience helps open doors for emerging culinary talent, turning passion into opportunity.

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    Cooking Classes

    Food brings people together - so do our classes. Learn from Rising Kitchens chefs in a fun, hands-on experience perfect for parents, teams, friends and children! As you gain new skills, you’re also investing in a community of chefs building their businesses.

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  • Assorted chocolate truffles in a box with a pink tulip.

    Gourmet Gifts

    Handcrafted treats with a purpose. Choose from exquisite chocolates to gourmet cereal treats to small-batch cake jars and bespoke cookies. Gifts can be mailed so even your non-local friends, employees and clients can enjoy. It’s a gift that tastes good and does good.

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Are you a talented chef, cook, or baker in NJ?

  • Have you taken the leap to start a culinary venture?

  • Looking to get the “word out” and connect to more customers?

    We want to meet you! Consider applying to be a Rising Kitchen.

Apply to be a Rising Kitchen

“Hidden talents, when realized and revealed, can surprise the world.”

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