Where Food, Place & Public Purpose Meet.
Spaces in Places partners with governments, public institutions, and purpose-driven organizations to plan and implement community-driven food and beverage programs that enhance visitor experience and support long-term financial sustainability.
When food and beverage is treated as an afterthought, public spaces miss their potential.
In many public and civic environments, food and beverage programs evolve reactively, shaped by short-term decisions, legacy contracts, or operational constraints rather than a clear strategy.
The result is often the same: offerings that feel disconnected from the space, misaligned with community values, difficult to manage, and financially fragile.
At the same time, institutions are under pressure to do more. Support local economies, improve visitor experience, advance health and inclusion goals, and remain accountable stewards of public resources.
Our promise is simple: food and beverage can do better.
Spaces in Places helps organizations plan and implement food and beverage programs as integrated systems designed with intention, informed by evidence, and grounded in the realities of public-sector operations.
The outcome is programming that serves people well, reflects the purpose of the place, and functions sustainably over time.
PUBLIC SPACES ARE LIVING SYSTEMS.
Food, Programming & Place
Spaces in Places partners with public spaces and institutions to develop and implement innovative, community-driven food and beverage programs that support connection, activation, and long-term viability.
We work across cultural institutions, community centres, museums, libraries, recreation facilities, markets, and civic spaces where food, programming, and place intersect.
Our approach integrates market insight, operational expertise, and local partnerships. From defining a clear vision to designing vendor and programming models and supporting implementation, we help organizations build systems that balance accessibility, inclusivity, and financial sustainability—while reflecting the unique purpose of each space.
Our Services
Spaces in Places supports public and community-focused organizations through every stage of food and beverage planning, from early engagement and strategy through implementation, evaluation, and long-term stewardship.
Our services are designed to work within the realities of public-sector environments, including governance, procurement, accountability, and diverse community needs.
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We design structured, inclusive engagement processes to ensure food and beverage programs are shaped by the communities they serve.
Stakeholder mapping and needs assessment
Facilitated workshops, focus groups, and public consultations
Lived-experience research and inclusion strategies
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Working alongside government and community partners, we co-design food and beverage programs that are equitable, responsive, and grounded in local context.
Collaborative solution design with public and community partners
Equity and accessibility integration
Prototyping and pilot program development
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We support organizations through the operational and organizational complexity of bringing programs to life.
Operational planning and program rollout support
Partnership coordination across agencies and sectors
Capacity-building for staff and community organizations
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Accountability and learning are built into our work from the outset. We help organizations measure what matters and use evidence to inform future decisions.
Metrics design and monitoring frameworks
Data collection, analysis, and reporting
Evidence-based recommendations for policy and program improvement
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We provide strategic guidance to help organizations navigate change, assess risk, and plan for long-term sustainability.
Identification of emerging trends and innovative practices
Strategic planning for sustainable, scalable solutions
Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
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We support public-sector procurement processes with clarity, rigour, and alignment to organizational goals.
Professional RFP writing and procurement support
Our Approach
A structured, evidence-informed process designed for public-sector environments.
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Discovery & Stakeholder Engagement
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Evidence-Informed Co-Design
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Pilot & Validate
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Implementation & Change Support
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Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
About
Spaces in Places is led by senior professionals with deep experience across hospitality, public space activation, and community-driven programming within complex public and institutional environments.
MEAGHAN BRAZIL
Meghan brings over 20 years of experience across the hospitality, public, and not-for-profit sectors. She currently serves as Director of Events and Community Engagement for a national non-profit focused on public space activation, where she leads revenue-generating programs spanning events, tenancy, food and beverage, and festivals. Her work balances community impact with operational and financial sustainability.
MICHAEL SULLIVAN
Michael Sullivan is a hospitality executive with more than two decades of experience in food and beverage leadership, operations, and placemaking. As Director of Food and Beverage at Hôtel Le Germain, he has led large-scale restaurant, market, and multi-vendor environments, bringing strategic clarity to complex operations while maintaining quality, viability, and brand integrity.