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The idea for Belfrē Kitchen came to me, as I sat in a tiny, family-owned gelato shop in Santorini, Greece with our two young daughters. Over the course of our trip, we had tasted our fair share of gelato (YUM!), and on our final night we stumbled upon a store that exuded a type of vibrancy that immediately drew us in. The owner stood behind the counter serving up gelato and engaging with every guest as if they were a long-lost friend. It was immediately evident to us that this was his life’s work, his passion. A handwritten message on the mirror behind the counter read:
“When I’m making gelato, I feel JOY! When you choose joy, you feel good, you do good… and when you do good it reminds others of what it feels like! And it just might inspire them to do the same in their own way.”
As our family sat on the stoop enjoying our gelato, we talked about taking big chances and finding fulfillment in doing whatever it is that lights you up. And so, a dream began to percolate…
What if we started a restaurant at home? What if we created a space where regulars were known by name and everyone was greeted with a genuine smile? The food would be fresh and locally sourced, the wine list would be inviting, and you would feel like you were going to dinner at a friend’s house. Shortly after we arrived home, we did just that and Belfrē Kitchen was born.
Food & Friends is the core of what Belfrē Kitchen is all about. That motto is intentional. Come as you are (in your yoga pants, jeans, or party dress), expect an insanely delicious meal and plan to stay a while.
XO,
Amy
The Belfrē Kitchen building is one of the oldest existing buildings on its original foundation in Delafield. It was originally built as a Presbyterian church in 1868. Eventually, the congregation of the Presbyterian Church grew too large for the building, and they moved to a larger location in the area.
In the late 1960s, the church was transformed briefly into a theatre. The Theatre existed for two years until Ray Brehmer transformed the church into a gift and antiques shop, naming it ‘The Steeple.’ The building is still affectionately referred to as ‘The Steeple’ throughout the Lake Country area.
The Brehmer’s also converted the back half of the church into their home. In the late ‘70s they also added another level to the steeple exposing the bell.
In the ‘80s Bob Lang arrived in Delafield and started transforming the streets and storefronts into the Colonial style they are today. Known for their calendars and candles, Lang put his shop in ‘The Steeple’.
The building was vacant for a few years after Lang closed his shop, and in 2010 two local ladies opened ‘Unique’ in Delafield, a women’s clothing and gift shop. They added the bay windows to the front of the building.
In 2014, Aeva Wedding & Party moved into The Steeple, offering an eclectic balance of vintage and new designs. In April 2016, owner Ariel Arnson closed her storefront to focus on creating custom designs including veils and dye work.
The Steeple has been home to many local businesses, each maintaining a dedication to the local community and adding to the building’s rich character and charm.
In May 2016, Belfrē Kitchen found its home in The Steeple and began extensive interior renovations. After completing these renovations, we opened our doors to our community as the building’s first restaurant. It was of utmost importance to us to provide a warm, charming and community-centered gathering space. After all, that’s what the building was designed to do from its very beginning.
LUNCH: 11am-4pm
DINNER: 4pm-9pm
BRUNCH: 9am-2pm
SATURDAY SNACKS: 2pm-4pm
DINNER: 4pm-9pm
BRUNCH: 9am-2pm
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