Lokma Desserts Minnesota
Welcome to Lokmata! Our signature treat, Lokma, is a heavenly combination of crispy fried dough, sweet syrup, and rich chocolate.
Founded in 2024 by Ilayda Ozen, Jack Englund, and Engin Ozen, Lokmata is a family-owned business with Turkish roots. It all started when we took a trip to Turkey to visit Ilayda's childhood home. We were in Istanbul, and decided to try a dessert called Lokma. It was heaven - covered in chocolate, as you bite into its crisp outer shell, the molten chocolate inside flows out like a volcano. Topped with strawberries, it's perfect.
Lokma has an ancient history dating back to the 13th century, and is served in many variations across Europe, including Greece, Cyprus, Iraq, and Turkey. The Lokma we serve is most similar to loukoumades, the Greek version of the dessert.
Where can you find us?
We're based in the beautiful state of Minnesota, but we don't have a brick-and-mortar location just yet. Instead, you can find us at various events throughout the state, bringing the joy of Lokma to food festivals, farmers markets, and community gatherings.
Want to know where we'll be popping up next? Follow us on social media! We regularly update our followers about upcoming events and locations where you can taste our delicious Lokma.
Contact Us
We're excited to serve our delightful Lokma anywhere in Minnesota! Whether you're organizing a public event and looking for unique vendors, or planning a private celebration like a wedding, we'd love to be a part of it.
Lokmata is available for both public and private events. We're always open to new opportunities to share our passion for Turkish desserts with more people.
Interested in having Lokmata at your next event or have any questions? Don't hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected]. We're looking forward to hearing from you!
About Us
Jack Englund
Jack is a software engineer by day and a chocolate enthusiast by night. While growing up, he always baked for family and friends. He loves playing video games, going to the gym, and spending time with family.
Ilayda Ozen
Ilayda moved to the United States from Turkey in 2017 and has been working in the restaurant industry ever since. She loves all things Art & Music and enjoys going hiking and adventuring.
Engin Ozen
Engin Ozen, Ilayda's brother, also has a restaurant & business background. He loves cars & motorcycles and is always up for a challenge.
Ella Hanson
Ella Hanson, Engin's girlfriend, is studying to become a nurse at the Univesrity of St. Thomas. She loves to cook and enjoys spending time with her family.