A cloud kitchen is a business concept where food is prepared and delivered exclusively through online platforms. These kitchens, also known as ghost kitchens or virtual kitchens, do not have a physical dining area or storefront. Instead, they focus solely on cooking and assembling food for takeout and delivery services. By eliminating the need for a traditional restaurant space, cloud kitchens offer a cost-effective and flexible solution for entrepreneurs and established food brands to expand their delivery operations.