On this episode of Behind the Business, Jiten Grover, Owner of Dipped Donuts, sits down with Faheem Savja for a candid conversation about turning a childhood passion into a thriving business.

Jiten shares how Toronto’s vibrant community—especially Kensington Market—shaped his vision and brand, inspiring him to create one of the city’s most beloved donut spots. Heopens up about the challenges of launching his first and second locations, navigating the food industry, and weathering the impact of the pandemic.

From leaving an office job to testing if entrepreneurship was the right fit, Jiten’s journey is packed with insights on resilience, building a strong team, and embracing the grind of running a small business.

If you've ever dreamed of starting your own venture, this episode is filled with real talk, hard-earned lessons, and of course, some seriously sweet inspiration. 🍩🎙️

Note: This episode contains occasional strong language.

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Chapters:

(0:00) Intro

(0:42) How it all started - Donut Inspiration and an "office" job

(7:31) The Pandemic and Toronto love

(9:45) Importance of cash flow & marketing

(11:34) Expansion to 2nd location

(14:36) Managing time & staff as a founder

(18:49) Maintaining quality while growing

(20:45) Dr. Dre - the mixer

(21:45) Expanding presence online

(26:24) Jiten's biggest challenge - the brand

(31:50) Jiten's biggest reward 

(33:23) The creative donut process

(37:08) The best donut he's ever made

(38:38) What would he tell himself - 9 years ago