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240sweet LLC and 176 Spirits LLC
  • 9600 N US Highway 31, Columbus, IN 47201, United States
240sweet LLC* with DBAs of 240sweet, Artisan Foodworks, and S’more Mobile, co-founder and co-owner
Artisan Foodworks
Off-premise catering service in Indiana and surrounding states. We focus on authentically crafted foods with creative presentation. Our ability to create delicious foods on-site using local ingredients separates us from other caterers. Specialties include vegan foods and whole smoked meats in a French-Asian style. Watch for an improved wine program!
 
240sweet
Inventive and original products that appeal to foodies and people who want to upgrade their experiences. Our offerings include packs of puffs, various whips, treats (Modjeskas, rice crispies, macaron, pops, whoopee pies, moon pies, chocolate bars, and assorted items), marshmallow making kits, vanilla extract, and caramel sauce. International webstore, direct sales, gift shop, wholesale, and private labeling. 240sweet products have been featured in O, Food & Wine, and other better living media.
 
S’more Mobile
Unique and fun renovated Shasta trailer that serves gourmet treats. Our featured products for the S’more Mobile include frozen hot chocolate, hot chocolate, s’mores, and other treats. The marshmallows, marshmallow whip, and marshmallow treats are all hand-crafted in our commissary. Serves Indiana and other states.
 
176 Spirits LLC DBA Little Pot Spirits, co-founder and co-owner
Little Pot Spirits
Micro-distillery specializing in grain to glass spirits. Chef Alexa uses her culinary skills to craft small-batch spirits with her own twists. Currently private-labeling. Expected to open to the public in 2017 with rum, vodka, gin, and whiskey.
*Certified Women’s Business Enterprise by WBENC and Certified Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Business Enterprise by NGLCC
 
  • Semi-finalist in the Smithfield Hog Wild Throwdown (judging for finalist round to still be completed).
  • Finalist in the Chef’s Taste Challenge Farm to Table Cook-Off to be held in New Orleans in August 2016.
  • Winner “Best Sweet Dish” at the New York City Bacon and Beer Classic 2016.
  • Overall Champion Denver Bacon and Beer Classic (now on to compete in World Food Championships Bacon division in November 2016).
  • Artisan Foodworks named #3 of Top 5 Dinner Party Caterers by Indianapolis Monthly in December 2015.
  • Winner “Peoples’ Choice Award” at the Indianapolis Bacon and Beer Classic 2015.
  • Grand Champion in the American Dairy Association Indiana Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese Cook-Off 2015.
  • Winner of “Most Creative” and “Best Gluten Free” for Popcorn and Lobster Soup at Indiana SoupFest 2015.
  • Recognized by “Go Magazine” in 2011 and 2014 for being “hot” and outstanding woman entrepreneur.
  • “Local Food Hero” Best Chef 2013 and Best Food Artisan 2012 and 2013 by Edible Indy Magazine.
  • Received the Hoosier Hospitality Award 2013 by Indiana’s Lt Governor.
  • Awarded the designation of “20 under 40” by Columbus Young Professionals in 2011.
  • Inducted into Indiana Artisan in 2008 in recognition of the superior craftsmanship of our 240sweet marshmallows.