Facilities

VILLAGE
CO-PRODUCTION

Co-located with the Village Spice Creative Campus, Village Co-Production is a transformative facility designed to empower food entrepreneurs in the South Bronx and beyond. Most emerging entrepreneurs are constrained by their lack of access to FDA certified, modern production space, with capacity in the NYC area largely limited to low-tech commercial kitchens. By providing efficient co-manufacturing spaces, cutting-edge technology, and shared logistics resources, the Hub enables small-batch food producers to develop, package, and scale their products. Critically, we connect emerging entrepreneurs with supply chain partners through collaborative spaces and comprehensive development resources.

OPERATIONS

Village Spice @ NYC Food Innovation Hub is a two-part ecosystem combining the formation of a Guild of Food Entrepreneurs 

and the creation of a purpose-designed real estate platform.

Guild formation has commenced in advance of building opening

  • Formalize the founding network of 10 – 20 high potential emerging Diaspora inspired 
  • food companies with annual revenues of $100k to $500K.
  • Led by team of experienced founders and food industry experts
  • Offsite operations in 2025 with relocation to Mott Haven campus in 2026.

Lease strategy and building fit out is designed to optimize space utilization and rent per sf

  • Production space rented in time blocks as short as 4 to 8 hours, with option for onsite storage and logistics.
  • Usage cost at or below competing venues, with added benefit of comprehensive B2B and DTC service enhancement.
  • Strategy generates premium net rent of $40 to $50 psf versus typical lease rates of $20 to $30 psf for raw industrial space in locations comparable to the South Bronx.

Upcomming Events

VILLAGE SPICE CREATIVE CAMPUS

The Village Spice Creative Campus serves to power both B2B and direct-to-consumer connection, amplify brand narratives, and position the Hub as a cultural anchor in the food innovation landscape.

Five floors of dynamic space designed to elevate and scale emerging food brands:

  • Food Marketplace & Trading Floor

A curated platform for specialty food brands to showcase products, connect with buyers, and build community with consumers and retailers.

  • Media Production Studios

State-of-the-art kitchen studios and content labs for brand storytelling, digital campaigns, and culinary media creation.

  • Flexible Event Space

Adaptable venues for immersive experiences, pop-ups, chef demos, and cultural events that drive engagement and build brand visibility.

Hospitality Campus Features

Located alongside the small batch production facility, the Hospitality Campus serves as a hub for culinary innovation and experiential marketing.

This state-of-the-art facility is equipped with studio spaces, a tasting room, and inspiring event areas, providing a comprehensive platform for emerging brands to showcase their products and engage with consumers. The campus offers:

  • Advanced studio facilities for creating compelling social media content
  • A professional tasting room for product demonstrations and consumer feedback
  • Versatile event spaces for hosting industry gatherings and product launches
  • Resources for developing and refining experiential marketing programs
  • Opportunities to strengthen direct-to-consumer infrastructure and brand presence

By leveraging these features, food entrepreneurs can effectively build their brand identity, connect with potential customers, and gain valuable insights into market preferences, all within a supportive and innovative environment

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