We've launched an exciting new project of our own! Introducing the Kickstarter app for iPhone!

Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on August 1, 2012.

So far, so good. Thanks to you!

Update #1 · Jul 12, 2012 · comment

Thank you so much to all of you. We're on our way to meeting our goal! But we still have a ways to go so please keep spreading the word however you can. 

Mentions

We'll keep you updated to our media mentions so you have the chance to share. If you've seen us mentioned anywhere else please let us know so we can send thanks and share the links. Twitter and Facebook mentions are too many to list here but, along with word of mouth, are really driving this whole thing. Keep it up!

Gapers Block Curated Kickstarter Page

Wicker Park Bucktown Insider's Guide

Eater Chicago 

Chicago Magazine

Store Update

A lot has been happening since we took over the store front, and because of you each day we're geting closer to stocking the shelves and opening the doors!

Done: Found the perfect storefront. Designed an awesome store. Ordered equipment. etc. etc.  

To-do (pay for): Plumbing. Painting. Inspections. Hire employees. Setup equipment. Stock the shelves! Open the doors!

Labeling System

We want everyone to be able to come in get everything they need for a great meal, and if you want to try something new, be able to quickly identify if it meets your dietary needs. That's why we're working with The Noun Project to develop our own labeling system so you can easily identify if a product is organic, vegan, gluten free, allergy safe and more. 

Some of the symbols you might see.

 

19 DAYS TO GO

We can't thank you enough, and you won't even believe how big of a thank you you'll get when we meet our goal. That's right, all the fireworks at once. 

242
Backers
$15,510
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Funding period
Jul 2, 2012 - Aug 1, 2012 (30 days)

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    16 backers

    Give us input on what to carry + your name & link on the website for-ev-er + your name in print in the store for-ev-er.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    13 backers

    3 vintage inspired mini-prints (aka 5x7 postcards).

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    25 backers

    2 reusable produce bags.

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    16 backers

    Reusable shopping bag: choice of recycled cotton, collapsable bag, or net bag (see images in main column).

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    1 backer

    INTERNATIONAL BACKERS - Your choice of a set of 3 vintage inspired mini-prints (aka 5x7 postcards) OR 2 reusable produce bags.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    15 backers

    PLENTY Bag. Choice of black recycled cotton shopping bag or white collapsable bag with one of our two original PLENTY designs.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    1 backer

    INTERNATIONAL BACKERS - Reusable shopping bag: choice of recycled cotton, collapsable bag, or net bag! (see images in main column).

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    5 backers Limited (45 of 50 left)

    NEW REWARD: Fruit to the Rescue! - Print by Sonnenzimmer. *includes US shipping

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    0 backers

    INTERNATIONAL BACKERS - PLENTY Bag. Choice of black recycled cotton shopping bag or white collapsable bag with one of our two original PLENTY designs.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    23 backers

    Bag Set for One. 2 produce bags + 1 net bag + 1 PLENTY bag + 1 recycled cotton shopping bag or collapsable bag.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    22 backers

    LOCAL PICKUP - 6 Month Food Subscription. Pay ahead and save on staple foods and basic goods. Choose from produce, bulk goods, breads, beverages, meats, dairy and more. Each subscription is a $70 value.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    4 backers

    INTERNATIONAL BACKERS - Bag Set For One. 2 produce bags + 1 net bag + 1 PLENTY bag + 1 recycled cotton shopping bag or collapsable bag.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    3 backers

    Cooking For Two Bag Set: 3 produce bags + 2 net bags + 1 PLENTY bag + 2 recycled cotton shopping bags or collapsable bags.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
  • Pledge $90 or more

    5 backers

    US SHIPPING - 6 Month Food Subscription. Get your choice of Chicago made coffee, tea, honey, jams, sauces, and other nonperishable items shipped to you each month.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    22 backers Limited (28 of 50 left)

    Supporters Dinner. Join us at HCL, a neighborhood non-profit event space, on Thursday, August 16th, at 8pm for a creative, multi-course dinner prepared by chef Jeremy Leven and the Tuesday Night Dinner team. Drinks by Hornswaggler.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    17 backers

    LOCAL PICKUP - 10 Month Food Subscription. Pay ahead and save on staple foods and basic goods. Each month choose from produce, bulk goods, breads, beverages, meats, dairy and more. Each subscription is a $120 value.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    0 backers

    US SHIPPING - 10 Month Food Subscription. Get your choice of Chicago made coffee, tea, honey, jams, sauces, and other nonperishable items shipped to you each month.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
  • Pledge $200 or more

    3 backers

    Supporters dinner + 10 month food subscription + choice of bag + 2 sets of mini-prints. A $260 value.

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    2 backers

    Supporters dinner for 2 + (2) 10 month food subscriptions + cooking for two bag set + 4 sets of mini-prints. A $585 value.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
  • Pledge $500 or more

    0 backers Limited (30 of 30 left)

    Buying Club - Individual Membership. Get the goods for less during our first year. If you're going to be an above average shopper (more than $60 a week) this is a good deal. Plus, you get a Bag Set For One to put all those groceries in. A $650+ value.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    0 backers Limited (15 of 15 left)

    Buying Club - Family Membership. Get the goods for less during our first year. If you're buying for the whole family (more than $125 a week) this is a good deal. Plus, you get a Cooking For Two Bag Set to put all those groceries in. A $1300+ value.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012