Our Makers

The Hive gives food entrepreneurs access to professional tools, mentorship and infrastructure so ideas can grow into viable businesses. The Hive exists to support one another, share resources, and grow together with the community.

A Colony in Motion

Makers of Many Kinds

Many makers, one shared vision. Each Maker brings their own story, inspirations, and flavors to the table. The Hive celebrates this diversity of craft, flavors, and ideas.

Bakers & Decorators

Bakers & Decorators

Pantry Products

Pantry Products

To-Go Restaurants

To-Go Restaurants

Chocolatiers

Chocolatiers

Caterers

Caterers

Global Cuisine Chefs

Global Cuisine Chefs

Meet Our Makers

The Hive Makers, Menus and Offerings

Faraway Chocolate

Andre Marrero of
Faraway Chocolate

Pantry | Desserts

Faraway Chocolate crafts small-batch bean-to-bar chocolate on Nantucket, transforming ethically sourced cacao into handcrafted bars, confections, and chocolate experiences.

Meat & Greet

Dimitar Dimitrov of
Meat & Greet

To-Go | Catering | Freezer | Baked Goods

Meat & Greet crafts authentic Balkan pastries, breads, and meats inspired by traditional recipes and generations of culinary heritage.

Chef Kimmy

Kimmy Freudenreich of
Chef Kimmy

Catering | Private Chef

Chef Kimmy prepares custom meals, baked goods, and private dining experiences that bring comfort, creativity, and flavor to every occasion.

ACK Pastry Shack

Maja Mlinar of
ACK Pastry Shack

To-Go | Catering | Pastries & Desserts | Baked Goods

ACK Pastry Shack creates cakes, desserts, cookie decorating kits, brunch spreads, and sweet treats designed to make celebrations easy and memorable.

Raynor and Raynor Live Fire BBQ

Seth & Nathaniel of
Raynor & Raynor Live Fire BBQ

Catering

Following 30 years at the helm of The Pearl & The Boarding House, Raynor and Raynor Live Fire BBQ marks the next chapter in their journey. This father-and-son team showcases premium heritage meats and local seafoods, all reimagined for intimate live fire gatherings.

Ellie O's

Ellie Olsen of
Ellie O's

Desserts | Freezer

Ellie O's creates handcrafted ice cream sandwiches and frozen treats that combine a love of baking with a passion for great ice cream.

Bespoke Chef Services

Joe Ranstatler of
Bespoke Chef Services

Catering | Private Chef

Experience personalized chef services tailored to your needs, showcasing culinary artistry and passion for exquisite flavors.

Tenzo Kitchen

Sarah Todd of
Tenzo Kitchen

Catering | Pantry

Tenzo Kitchen creates nourishing meals, wellness-focused culinary experiences, and personalized food offerings designed to support intentional everyday living.

Nantucket Cocktail Catering

Stuart Bois of
Nantucket Cocktail Catering

Catering

With Nantucket Cocktail, Stu returns to his roots- food, drinks, and island hospitality.

Siam to Go

Bo Sasomsin of
Siam to Go

To-Go | Pantry | Freezer

Siam to Go prepares fresh Thai meals that balance bold flavors, quality ingredients, and everyday convenience.

Grey Lady Raw Provisions

Terrence Ruggiero of
Grey Lady Raw Provisions

Catering

Coastal Hospitality for Nantucket Gatherings

The Hungry Minnow

Rebecca Chapa of
The Hungry Minnow

Pantry

The Hungry Minnow features classic snack bar fare with a twist and healthful options for the big fish

Fato A Man

Davide Fabbian of
Fato A Man

Pantry | Freezer

Fato a Man creates fresh pasta, ravioli, lasagna, sauces, and other Italian specialties rooted in traditional family recipes.

Noemi's Dumplings

Noemi Capizzo of
Noemi's Dumplings

Pantry | Freezer

Noemi's Dumplings makes handmade dumplings, sauces, and prepared foods inspired by traditional Chinese recipes and family cooking.

Eat Fire Farm

Dylan & Caroline Wallace of
Eat Fire Farm

Pantry | Freezer

Eat Fire Farm produces small-batch pantry goods, herbs, honey, vinegars, sea salts, and heritage pork with a focus on local agriculture and thoughtful food production.

8 Arms Chef Services

Chris Morris of
8 Arms Chef Services

Catering | Freezer | Private Chef

8 Arms Chef Services provides private chef experiences, catering, and prepared meals centered around seasonal ingredients and gathering around the table.

Nantucket Island Creations

Jermaine Scarlett of
Nantucket Island Creations

Catering | Private Chef

Nantucket Island Creations offers catering and private dining experiences inspired by fresh ingredients, global flavors, and island hospitality.

Nantucket Nosh

Courtney Gehring of
Nantucket Nosh

Pantry

Nantucket Nosh creates sauces, dips, and baked goods using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, made to be enjoyed from the beach and boat to the dinner table.

Nantucket Pickle Girl

Sarah Maneikis of
Nantucket Pickle Girl

Pantry

Nantucket Pickle Girl is the brainchild of Sarah Maneikis — a passionate food entrepreneur on a mission to redefine the refrigerated pickle market.

Businesses That Call The Hive, Home

ACK Pastry Shack
Faraway Chocolate
Noemi's Dumplings
Siam to Go
Fato A Man
8 Arms Chef Services
Chef Kimmy
Eat Fire Farm
Meat & Greet
Tenzo Kitchen
Nantucket Nosh
Bubble Boya
Grey Lady Raw Provisions
Nantucket Pickle Girl
The Hungry Minnow
Bespoke Chef
Ellie Os
Nantucket Cocktail
RnR

Our Approach

Part Kitchen, part launchpad, part classroom. We have access to professional tools, mentorship, and infrastructure for food entrepreneurs so ideas can grow into viable businesses.