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InKETOble Treats and Eats - The Casual Cafe

Your favorite low-carb, no sugar desserts company is expanding into a brick and mortar in NYC!

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InKETOble Treats and Eats - The Casual Cafe

InKETOble Treats and Eats - The Casual Cafe

InKETOble Treats and Eats - The Casual Cafe

InKETOble Treats and Eats - The Casual Cafe

InKETOble Treats and Eats - The Casual Cafe

Your favorite low-carb, no sugar desserts company is expanding into a brick and mortar in NYC!

Your favorite low-carb, no sugar desserts company is expanding into a brick and mortar in NYC!

Your favorite low-carb, no sugar desserts company is expanding into a brick and mortar in NYC!

Your favorite low-carb, no sugar desserts company is expanding into a brick and mortar in NYC!

Tiara Leak
Tiara Leak
Tiara Leak
Tiara Leak
1 Campaign |
New York, United States
$2,380 USD 19 backers
4% of $50,500 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

Short Summary

 InKETOble! Treats is a low carb, no sugar healthy desserts company. We pride ourselves on making sweets that taste sinfully delicious you won't even know they are keto. Our journey started in September 2020  and all of the hard work is paying off and the business has taken off! We have an established presence online and at local farmers' markets and the demand has been growing ( we have reached almost 33,0000 searches on google in the last 30 days). I have decided to expand the brand and open up the first of its kind, a casual cafe and bakery that will be keto and diabetic-friendly, and low carb-focused. This will include the appetizers, entrees, alcoholic and non-alcoholic offerings, and of course the desserts.

We have found the perfect location in Midtown Manhattan! The address is 226 E 53rd St NY,NY 10022. Lease is signed and the space is currently being built out. The target opening date is MONDAY, NOV 15th!  As I am sure you are aware running a restaurant cost a pretty penny and we are reaching out to our network to assist in startup cost for some awesome perks in return for your kind contributions. :)

What We Need & What You Get

Total : $50,500

Funds Breakdown: 

  • Certificate of Occupancy - $100
  • Business License - $120
  • Food Service Establishment Permit  - $280
  • Health and Building Inspections - $1000
  • Beer and Wine License - $1,060
  • Signage, Décor, Marketing - $2,438
  • Equipment - Electric Bakers Oven, Refrigerator/Freezer, 3 Compartment Sink, Electric Stove, Rolling Prep Table. $10,000
  • 2 Months Operating Cost - $35,502
    • Includes : Rent (4,550), Taxes, Insurance, Payroll, Food Cost, Materials, Utilities, Gas, Internet, Accounting and Legal Services. 
  • We have some fabulous perks for your contributions including  InKETOble branded swag, our famous seasonal dessert boxes, gift cards to online and in store orders, and more. 
  • Our goal is to reach our goal and exceed it to assist in the startup funds and working capital, however if we do not reach our goal the funds will still be used towards the business and operating capital. 

The Impact

  • There are no readily accessible Keto-friendly restaurants in NYC. This will solve the issue of not only a sit-down casual café but also a full-service bakery that customers can pick up grab-and-go options as well.
  • Representation - There very few black owned restaurants in NYC outside of Harlem and Brooklyn. InKETOble! Treats and Eats will help break that mold by being one of the few and hopefully will inspire the younger generation that they can make it happen too.
  • All-Encompassing - We are a one-stop-shop for all things keto, from appetizers to entrees, desserts, and drinks, it will be the first of its kind.
  • Mass Appeal - Not only do we cater to the keto market, but we also cater to the gluten-free, and diabetic community.
  • Location -NYC is the most densely populated area
  • Filling a community void - The concept is community-based that will host weekly community events ( trivia, drag bingo, karaoke) which is currently not largely offered in the area.
  • Established Following - We also have an established following and clientele from our online orders and the local farmer's markets.
  • Growing Demand- The demand is there and substantially growing. As shown in the imagery below we had thousands of google searches and dozens of phone calls over the last 30 days alone. These searches would have translated into sales if we were a brick and mortar which is the opportunity we are solving with the InKETOble Kitchen.

 

Risks & Challenges

  • Niche - This is a very niche restaurant that can appeal across the board but it may be a hard concept to understand, for some consumers.
  • Previous Bad Experience - Those consumers who have a negative connotation to the keto diet or are not familiar with it or low carb foods, in general, might hesitate to give the restaurant a try.
  • NYC Competition- NYC is a competitive restaurant landscape with a revolving door of restaurants.
  • Food Cost Education - Due to the fact that keto-friendly substitutions such as almond flour and monk fruit (sugar substitute) are at a significantly higher price point, some consumers might be deterred from the higher price points of the menu items versus the price point of a traditional bakery/

Other Ways You Can Help

Please feel free to share and spread the word to friends and family alike. 

More Info About InKETOble and the Owner 

The seed for this company was planted when Chef Tiara decided to embark on a life-changing journey and lifestyle change with the KETO diet. Chef Tiara lost 35lbs on the KETO diet while still having delectable desserts. Chef Tiara noticed there was a gap in the market of delicious treats that did not taste like they were "diet" or healthy foods. Using her decade of experience in the culinary industry, Chef Tiara crafted a scrumptious seasonal menu of her favorite recipes and created InKETOble! Treats.

Tiara has 10 years of culinary experience in both Front of House operations as well as Back of House Operations. Her expertise includes Head Chef and Chief of Operations for Sugar and Spice Catering company for three years. Tiara's background also includes training and bartending operations. She also has 2 years of experience as a project manager on projects with budgets up to 500k.

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Thank You Shoutout

Thank You Shoutout

$25 USD
Thank you for your contribution! We will write a personalized thank you on our social medial accounts and our website. We will also post a shout-out at our farmer's market table. This is a great way to promote your small business as well.
Included Items
  • Thank You Shoutout
Estimated Shipping
December 2021
1 claimed
InKETOble Animal Lovers

InKETOble Animal Lovers

$35 USD
This one is for all of my animal lovers! This pet bandana will have your pet looking stylish for all to see.
Included Items
  • Pet Bandana Collar
Estimated Shipping
December 2021
1 claimed
Ships worldwide.
InKETOble Treats Dessert Box

InKETOble Treats Dessert Box

$45 USD
This perk includes a variety of our fresh baked seasonal scrumptious desserts delivered right to your door.
Included Items
  • InKETOble Treats Box
Estimated Shipping
December 2021
5 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Coffee Cake and Coffee Mug

Coffee Cake and Coffee Mug

$50 USD
Thank you for your contribution! This offering comes with a fresh-baked cinnamon swirl coffee cake (keto-friendly of course :)) This offering also comes with your choice of a branded coffee mug. The choices are : The InKETOble Treats Logo (White Mug/ Purple and Black Logo) It's A Great Day to be InKETOble ( Black Mug/Purple and White Logo)
Included Items
  • Thank You Shoutout
  • Sour Cream Coffee Cake - 6 Oz
  • Coffee Mug
Estimated Shipping
December 2021
2 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Lunch/Dinner for 2

Lunch/Dinner for 2

$60 USD
Thank you for your contribution! This perk includes : 2 Drinks 2 Snacks/Entrees 2 Desserts
Included Items
  • Lunch/ Dinner for 2
Estimated Shipping
December 2021
0 claimed
Exclusive Opening Event

Exclusive Opening Event

$75 USD
Thank you for your contribution! This perk includes an exclusive invite to the opening event! This will be a festive event filled with giveaways, tasting of menu items, music and fun.
Included Items
  • Thank You Shoutout
  • Sour Cream Coffee Cake - 6 Oz
  • Coffee Mug
  • Exclusive Invite Opening Event
  • Coffee Cake
Estimated Shipping
December 2021
0 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Name Dessert of the Month

Name Dessert of the Month

$75 USD
Thank you for your contribution! This perk comes with the dessert of the month named after you or you can choose the name of the dessert. This perk also comes with a box of treats delivered to your door.
Included Items
  • Box of InKETOble Goodies
  • Name the Dessert of the Month
Estimated Shipping
December 2021
0 claimed
Ships to United States of America
3 Month InKETOble Treats Box

3 Month InKETOble Treats Box

$100 USD
Thank you for your contribution! This perk includes a 3-month subscription to the InKETOble Treats monthly subscription box. Each month you will receive a box of 4-5 freshly baked seasonal themed treats delivered to your door.
Included Items
  • InKETOble Treats Box
Estimated Shipping
December 2021
6 claimed
Ships worldwide.
InKETOble Swag Bag

InKETOble Swag Bag

$145 USD
Thank you for your contribution! This perk includes all of the InKETOble Swag and a box on InKETOble goodies!
Included Items
  • Coffee Mug
  • Exclusive Invite Opening Event
  • Box of InKETOble Goodies
  • Bottle Opener
  • InKETOble Shirt
Estimated Shipping
December 2021
1 claimed
6 Month InKETOble Treats Box

6 Month InKETOble Treats Box

$200 USD
Thank you for your Contribution! This perk includes a monthly box sent to your door of freshly baked seasonal favorites. (6 Months)
Included Items
  • InKETOble Treats Box
Estimated Shipping
December 2021
0 claimed
Ships worldwide.
InKETOble Treats Gift Card

InKETOble Treats Gift Card

$500 USD
This perk includes : A $500 gift card to use at InKETOble Treats and Eats the Casual Café.
Included Items
  • $500 Gift Card
Estimated Shipping
December 2021
0 claimed
InKETOble Profit Share

InKETOble Profit Share

$1,000 USD
Thank you for your contribution! This perk includes .3% of the revenue made by InKETOble Treats in Year 1 -2 to be paid out. This will be paid out in Q1 of each fiscal year for 2 years. I am more than happy to email the business plan to show the financial projections over the next 2 years. Email - info@inketoble.com for more info.
Included Items
  • Thank You Shoutout
  • Coffee Mug
  • Exclusive Invite Opening Event
  • Box of InKETOble Goodies
  • Bottle Opener
  • InKETOble Shirt
  • InKETOble Hoodie
Estimated Shipping
November 2022
0 claimed

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