Miro and Shilpa Uskokovic are the husband-and-wife team behind Hani’s Bakery + Café and Neighbors Famous Ice Cream, two independently owned hospitality concepts in New York City’s East Village, united by a shared passion for exceptional food, thoughtful hospitality, and creating memorable neighborhood experiences.

Miro is an acclaimed pastry chef with more than two decades of experience in some of New York City’s most celebrated kitchens, including Gramercy Tavern, where he served as Executive Pastry Chef. His approach to pastry combines classical technique, creative curiosity, and a deep appreciation for nostalgic American desserts, reimagined through contemporary flavors and influences.

Shilpa is a food editor, recipe developer, and creative professional who previously served as a senior food editor at Bon Appétit. With an extensive background in food media, recipe development, storytelling, and visual direction, she brings a distinctive creative perspective to the businesses, overseeing brand identity, marketing, and the guest-facing experience.

Together, they opened Hani’s Bakery + Café in 2024, bringing a fresh perspective to the classic American neighborhood bakery. Celebrated for its inventive cakes, cookies, pastries, and warm hospitality, Hani’s has quickly become a destination for locals and visitors alike, earning recognition from The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Vogue, Condé Nast Traveler, and other leading publications.

Building on that success, Miro and Shilpa are expanding their vision with Neighbors Famous Ice Cream, a playful, contemporary ice cream shop located next door to Hani’s. Rooted in the same commitment to quality, creativity, and hospitality, Neighbors brings a fresh interpretation of the classic American scoop shop to the East Village.

While each concept has its own distinct identity, both are guided by the same philosophy: make exceptional products, create welcoming spaces, invest in great people, and build businesses that become meaningful parts of their communities.

As hands-on owners and operators, Miro and Shilpa are deeply involved in the daily operations, culinary development, creative direction, and long-term growth of both businesses. They are committed to fostering a collaborative, supportive, and professional workplace where talented individuals can develop their skills, take pride in their work, and grow alongside the company.