Introducing: Hey Neighbor

Delicious takeout from local cooks with global roots— by neighbors, for neighbors in Kingston, NY. 🌮🍪✨

Our very first Hey Neighbor preorder-and-pickup event is on Monday July 21, 2025 at Old Dutch Church in Kingston. You’ll get delicious made-to-order meals from 4 chefs hailing from 3 different countries. See the menu and place your order here, follow us on Instagram, or scroll down to learn more.

How It Works

  • 1. Order Ahead

    Choose from a rotating menu of ready-to-eat dishes made by talented local chefs. Place your order online and we’ll have it ready for you to pick up. Easy!

  • 2. Pick Up Dinner

    Come to Old Dutch Church 4pm-6pm on pickup day. We’ll hand you your meal—beautifully packed and ready to enjoy. Some items can even be frozen to enjoy later.

  • 3. Eat Well & Do Good

    Each meal you buy helps a new local food entrepreneur build their business—and supports community meals at Old Dutch Church.

Next Pickup:

Monday, July 21, 2025
📍 Old Dutch Church, 272 Wall St, Kingston, NY
🕓 4:00 – 6:00 PM
🛍 Ready to see the menu and order?

What’s on the menu

At each Hey Neighbor, you’ll get to choose from a few incredible homemade options like:

  • Oaxacan Tamales (vegan, vegetarian, and chicken)

  • Panes con Pollo – Salvadoran chicken sandwiches with dipping broth

  • Fresh Jamaica & Horchata aguas/juices

  • Salvadoran Pupusas

  • …and more!

 🍽️ Quantities are limited—everything is made fresh to order!

Why it matters

The cooks behind your meals are your neighbors — people launching food businesses with care, creativity, and cultural pride.

  • They have been through the rigorous Briico Food Academy, learning to translate their culinary creativity into real income and contribution to the community.

  • Your order gives them guaranteed income, real customers, and a chance to grow.

  • You get a night off from cooking and a delicious taste of fresh, inspiring local food with global roots.

  • And for every meal you buy, our hosts at Old Dutch Church receive donated portions to serve at Sunday community dinners.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Right now, everything is preorder only. This helps our cooks know exactly how much to make—and keep food waste low.

  • We can hold your meal until the end of the pickup window (6pm). If something comes up, text us and we’ll do our best.

  • Yes! Order for your whole household, or stock up on tamales for later. Freezer-friendly options available.

  • All orders are placed and paid online through Hotplate, a simple, secure site designed specifically for home chefs.

Next Pickup:

Monday, July 21, 2025
📍 Old Dutch Church, 272 Wall St, Kingston, NY
🕓 4:00 – 6:00 PM
🛍 Ready to see the menu and order?