Incubator (Launch Kitchen)

You’re in scale-up mode, but not ready for a full-time lease and want a top-of-the-line space to produce and grow in? The Grove’s Incubator is the place for you!

Industrial kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a metal table in the center, and large storage lockers along the back wall, illuminated by fluorescent lights.
A commercial kitchen or industrial food preparation area with stainless steel appliances, metal tables, and exposed ductwork on the ceiling.
A commercial kitchen with stainless steel appliances and equipment, including ovens, refrigerators, and a stainless steel table, in a spacious, industrial setting.

Incubator
(Launch Kitchen)

HOURLY & DAILY ACCESS

Four fully equipped commercial kitchens ready for food entrepreneurs who are testing, developing, and scaling without the overhead of a full-time lease.

  • Each kitchen is designed to support a wide range of food production needs, with access to professional-grade equipment.

  • One kitchen is specially equipped to support baking-focused production.

  • Bookable extras include ice cream maker, dehydrator, meat slicer, and vacuum sealer.

  • No long-term commitment — book by the hour (4-hour minimum).


Contact Us
Contact Us
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Benefits Of The Space

The Grove offers more than just a place to produce; it’s a space designed to support your growth at every stage. From a high-quality facility to a collaborative environment, you’ll have the foundation to build with confidence. We are a not-for-profit, and we want to see you succeed, because your success is our success!

You’ll also have access to services, training, and support available on-site, along with opportunities to connect with like-minded people within the space.

Getting Into The Space
Getting Into The Space

INCUBATOR KITCHEN

Explore the Incubator

Our incubator kitchens provide access to high-quality equipment tailored for food preparation and small-scale production. Everything is designed to support your process from development to production.

    • Steam Kettle

    • Burner Range With Oven

    • Cutter Mixer

    • 20QT Mixer

    • Rack Oven

    • 40QT Mixer

    • Steam Kettle

    • Burner Range With Oven

    • 114L Braising Pan

    • Burner Range With Oven

    • Double Convection Oven

    • Commercial Mixer 40QT

    • Blast Chiller

    • Proofer

    • Sheeter

    • Dough Splitter

    • Commercial Mixer 80QT

    • Burner Range With Oven

    • Bakers Rotary Oven

    • Ice Cream Maker

    • Food Processor

    • Dehydrator

    • Meat Grinder

    • Vacuum Sealer

    • Meat Slicer

    • Commercial Blender

    • Spice Mill

    • Scales

    • Knives

    • small wares (tc: whisks, forks, Measuring cups/jugs, peelers, Large size mixing bowls(except those listed above)

    • Drying towels

    • Oven & Dish Clothes

    • Cling Wrap/ Parchment paper

    • Deep fryer oil if using

  • We make it easier to access professional kitchen space without the pressure of a full-time lease.

    $25 + HST per hour

    For any questions, contact us at thegrove@westernfairdistrict.com

*Bookable equipment available only with on-site rental. Subject to availability.

OUR SUPPORTERS

The partners supporting our Growth

An eco-system of businesses dedicated to helping food entrepreneurs succeed in London and across Ontario.

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Government of Canada

Funded through FedDev Ontario, The Grove is part of Canada's commitment to growing agri-food innovation and entrepreneurship across Southwestern Ontario.

FedDev Ontario

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Western Fair District is London's leading event, agriculture, and community organisation — and the founding home of The Grove since its inception.

Western Fair District

Host Organization

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The London Small Business Centre is a not-for-profit organization that provides training and support to starting and growing businesses

Small Business Centre

Business support

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LEDC focuses on growing London’s primary economic sectors – Agri-Food, Advanced Manufacturing, Digital Media and Tech, and Health.

LEDC

Business support

How to Book

Before booking, please review the requirements for getting into The Grove space. For any

questions or to get started, contact us at thegrove@westernfairdistrict.com

PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY

Supported by FedDev & Western Fair District 

The Grove is funded through FedDev Ontario — part of the Government of Canada's commitment to growing
agri-food innovation and supporting entrepreneurs across the country.