Recent social media posts
04/18/2021
Hi Friends,
We are selling the last of our equipment. Trying to find a good home for:
KitchenAid Pro 600 Series 6qt Mixer (Purple) SOLD
KitchenAid KSM Commercial 8qt Mixer (White- missing the whisk attachment) SOLD
CookTek Model No. MC2500 Induction
and my baby...
Doyon Dough Sheeter LMA620 (Purchased in 2017, used until spring 2019-1 user)
DM for more info and spread the word to any of your chef/pastry friends!
11/30/2019
Hello hello!! How about an update on what's happened since we closed. Chef Maggie O'Brien is the Pastry Chef at La Sardine and Le Bouchon. What fantastic restaurants. The team she works with is amazingly talented which means the food is outstanding. We highly recommend it! Her desserts fit right into their french cuisine.
I'm back in the corporate world working full-time.
The original plan was to open Velvet Dessert Patisserie. A small shop featuring Chef Maggie's delicious pastries. When you have an SBA loan (Small Business Association), you have a window of opportunity to move from one business into another. We started looking for locations when my mom, Maggie's gramma, needed our attention. So we put everything on hold and shifted our focus. Unfortunately, during that time, the business window of opportunity closed. But fortunately, we were privileged to have the family opportunity to be with my mom during her final journey.
So why an update now? Today? Because it's Small Business Saturday! Another shop, just down the street from us, announced they are shuttering their doors as well. Bar Pastoral has been gracing the Lakeview neighborhood for 15 years. I am not privy to the details for Ken and Greg's decision, but I can make some fairly good assumptions based on our experience. I know Mariano's has a great cheese department. I know the new Taco Bell has a cantina. I know that Amazon delivers things directly to your door.
Shopping local requires more thought and energy, but small businesses can't survive without that effort. So when you crave mexican food, consider Buena Vista or El Nuevo. When you want a great book, head over to Unabridged Bookstore and get a book AND a great experience. Need a bottle of wine, try the new BottlesUp - awesome new woman owned wine shop - gotta love that!
Although we're not in our shop to wish you a happy holiday this year, know that we remain grateful for the 4 years we had. Please shop local as much as you can and have a very happy and healthy holiday!
06/12/2019
We are still trying to find a good, new home for our trusty oven. It is a Doyon JA28G Jet Air Natural Gas Double Deck Bakery Convection Oven. We are priced to sell at $12,500! If you know anyone who may be interested, tag them, or have them email us at [email protected]
04/18/2019
Hi Everyone! We've recovered from the move out and we're starting to make plans for something new. It's time for us to convince the bank to help us move forward. Apparently being adorable isn't enough ;-). We need your help. Besides bringing the banker a basket of fresh croissants, we'd like to help them understand the quality of our products. If you've ever had a Velvet Dessert product that you enjoyed, please consider sending us a testimonial. Something like "That croissant changed my life", or "I'd walk 5 miles for a Velvet brownie" - or maybe something less dramatic. ;-) We need statements about Velvet Dessert products. (Brownies, cocoa buttermilk cake, lemon tarts, cakes, cookies, galettes, croissants, cinnamon twists, danish, scones - you get the idea). Feel free to leave a comment here, on Velvet's FB page, or via email at [email protected] or [email protected]. We are forever grateful for you continuing support!
04/06/2019
The end of this chapter. Stay tuned, it’s a real page turner!
04/06/2019
We are almost cleaned out. We have a few things left. Anyone interested in 2 bar stools with a muted purple cushioned seat? Hit me up!
04/05/2019
Last day we're selling kitchen stuff. We'll be here all afternoon if you'd like to stop in. We still have some shelving available and small wares.
04/03/2019
Remember - Selling our supplies and equipment Wednesday, April 3, (TOMORROW) between 10:00-8:00 pm. Stop in and stock up your kitchen!
03/31/2019
Well, here it is. The last Lakeview Kitchen and Market bake. We've been told we have the best croissants in the city, and we choose to believe it, because as you know, the customers are always right. Velvet Dessert
03/28/2019
Know anyone who needs an awesome oven? We have dropped the price for our big boy!
Doyon Convection Oven JA28G $10,000.00 or best offer.
Address
3109 N Broadway Street
Chicago, IL
60657
For those using public transport, take the Red Line train to the Sheridan station. From there, walk east on W Sheridan Road and then turn right onto N Broadway Street. The destination will be on your left.
If driving, head north on Lake Shore Drive and take the Irving Park Road exit. Turn left onto N Broadway Street and continue straight until you reach the destination. Parking options include street parking or nearby paid parking lots/garages.
Opening Hours
| Wednesday |
4pm - 7:30pm |
| Thursday |
4pm - 7:30pm |
| Friday |
10am - 7pm |
| Saturday |
9am - 7pm |
| Sunday |
9am - 6pm |
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What people say
Located on N Broadway Street in the vibrant Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, Lakeview Kitchen and Market is a hidden gem for culinary entrepreneurs and food enthusiasts alike. Boasting a spacious 5,000 sqft fully equipped, commercially licensed shared use kitchen with a retail market, this establishment is a haven for caterers, food truck vendors, farmers market vendors, private chefs, and restaurants looking to expand their businesses.
One of the standout features of Lakeview Kitchen and Market is its 24-hour accessibility, providing flexibility for individuals with varying schedules. The option to rent kitchen space by the hour allows for cost-effective utilization of resources without compromising on quality. Additionally, the availability of dry, refrigerated, and freezer storage ensures that ingredients are kept fresh and ready for use at any time.
What sets Lakeview Kitchen and Market apart is its commitment to supporting local businesses by providing space in the retail market to display and sell products. This not only creates a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their creations but also fosters a sense of community within the culinary industry.
Whether you are a seasoned chef looking to launch a new venture or a budding entrepreneur seeking a professional kitchen space, Lakeview Kitchen and Market offers the perfect environment to bring your culinary dreams to life. With its convenient location and top-notch facilities, this establishment truly embodies the spirit of innovation and collaboration in the bustling food scene of Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood.
