is plotting something for Vancouver.
The chef and dietitian is behind , a new space dedicated to food businesses. The 3,500 square foot space at 250 W 3rd Ave in Mount Pleasant will feature a gluten-free commissary kitchen for food entrepreneurs and catering companies.
"There is increasing demand for production spaces where small food businesses can grow and thrive," describes a press release. "The Skript Kitchen is designed to meet this need."
The Skript is in a new building with a fully equipped kitchen aimed at businesses looking to scale up their operations. Applications for space have opened, though the business model does not include "ghost kitchen" operations.
"Having worked inside a commissary kitchen for many years, I was able to build The Skript Kitchen from scratch to the specs I would want as a food entrepreneur," says Chan in the release.
Chan ran for over a decade prior, offering healthy cooking classes, but rebranded as The Skript in 2024, explaining that the "k" in Skript is a nod to the "kitchen" component.
, the provincial government noted that the food and beverage is the second largest manufacturing sector in B.C. by sales, and that local food and beverage manufacturers are expected to export $5 billion in products to 150 international markets in 2025.
“The Skript Kitchen will provide a space for our talented culinary businesses to grow in this province and beyond,” says Chan.
Beyond being a gluten-free commissary kitchen, Chan wants to build a community around The Skript, including classes and events. A is already being organized. On top of that, a restaurant space is planned as well.
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