Bruket's kitchen nourishes everyday entrepreneurship

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Restaurant Bruket, nestled in the heart of Kallio, is a warm and welcoming meeting place built around good food and drinks. At the heart of the restaurant is a kitchen that's not just functional—it's designed to serve the restaurant's purpose now and far into the future.

"I never dreamed of owning a restaurant. What I've always wanted is to be an entrepreneur and contribute to society, especially by supporting those in vulnerable positions. There's always something to do and a chance to grow in a restaurant — regardless of your background or skills. Hard work builds strong communities and a sense of belonging to one can be life-changing for someone who's never felt a sense of belonging anywhere," says restaurant entrepreneur Sini Marttinen.

The idea led to Bruket: a heartfelt, hand-crafted and community-rooted space that values local work and people. Initially opened in 2018 in the former Elanto Bakery building, the restaurant relocated to Haiku, a refurbished 1970s property on Kaikukatu. Much like the building itself, Bruket has evolved through a mix of old and new, including the kitchen.

A kitchen shaped by the daily needs

The kitchen project began even before the Bruket concept had fully taken shape. The design process was carried out in close collaboration between Dieta, the property owner, and the restaurant staff. The project began with a sketch of a dream kitchen drawn on graph paper. Dieta finalized the entire plan in just two weeks, addressing Bruket's hopes, budget, technical constraints, and future expansion potential. Every detail, including a bar-style counter with a built-in display cabinet, was designed with customers, staff and aesthetics in mind.

"A kitchen needs to support the everyday flow of work, which no one understands better than the staff. That's why both the chef and I are always part of the design process. We also prefer using energy-efficient, second-hand equipment. It created design challenges, but for us, it's an essential value choice," Sini explains.

Once the plan was complete, Dieta led the implementation, working together with HVAC engineers, carpenters, electricians, and others responsible for the property. Having the kitchen supplier involved from the outset ensured that even small yet important details, such as drain locations or connector compatibility, were considered.

"Being able to adapt our space quickly is essential. Sometimes an idea that sounds great on paper simply doesn't work in real life. That's why Dieta's flexibility and problem-solving mindset have been so valuable to us. Working together and developing things as a team always leads to the best result," Sini says.

Flexible kitchen solutions are a recipe for the future

After installation and staff training, the kitchen was ready for action.
"The kitchen works beautifully. Over time, we've built a team united by a love for food, hospitality, creativity and creating memorable experiences. The energy starts in the kitchen, and it reaches the guests," Sini says.

The kitchen also supports the long-term sustainability of Bruket, a small but determined restaurant, even in unexpected situations. It adds value not only to the business but to the entire building.
"You can't plan for everything. Especially in tough economic times, a small business must adapt quickly, both in terms of space and equipment. That's why we need partners who can react fast and flexibly. Dieta's experts have been excellent in this regard as well," Sini notes.

Profitability isn't a given for a small restaurant like Bruket, and they're fully aware of it.
"The best conditions for my entrepreneurship now and in the future come from close collaboration between Dieta, us, and the property team. We didn't just get a high-quality kitchen and space, but we also gained the ability to make changes when needed. We'll see during our first year what works, what doesn't, and what needs to be developed," Sini concludes, warmly welcoming everyone to visit and embrace the moment.

How Bruket benefits from a Dieta kitchen

• User-focused design and high-quality equipment: smoother daily work

• Easy adaptability: agile response to changing needs

• Value-based implementation: reused equipment supports sustainability

• Room for growth: flexibility and competitiveness for the future