Introduction to Kravings Kafe
Elveda Dorce and Zayveon Kimble, co-owners of Kravings Kafe, opened their café as a legacy for their children and a way to offer a unique dining experience in Brooklyn.
Photo by Raymond Wilson of @rawnyc
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About Kravings Kafe
In the heart of Mill Basin, Brooklyn, a unique black and Haitian-owned and inspired café has been serving fresh, preservative-free treats since September 2023. Kravings Kafe, a 2D-themed café, was founded by Elveda Dorce and her husband, Zayveon Kimble, as a legacy for their children and a way to bring a new dining experience to Brooklyn.
The café’s name carries special meaning—both ‘K’s in Kravings Kafe represent the couple’s two sons, Kai and Kam. “Now we have a daughter, Kapri, so we’re going to have to find a way to add another ‘K’ in there,” Dorce said with a laugh.
The café’s name carries special meaning—both ‘K’s in Kravings Kafe represent the couple’s two sons, Kai and Kam. Photo by Raymond Wilson of @rawnyc
Concept and Inspiration
Inspired by a trip to Florida, where their children fell in love with ice cream, the couple initially considered opening an ice cream shop. However, their vision evolved after discovering the concept of rolled ice cream and the unique 2D café designs popular in parts of Asia and Africa. They aimed to create a Brooklyn-style 2D café, offering visually immersive experiences and high-quality, fresh ingredients.
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