Brooklin – Forrager

Brooklin replied to the topic Farmers' Markets/Flea Markets in the forum Venues & Services 8 years, 7 months ago

Okay, thanks a lot!

Brooklin started the topic Farmers' Markets/Flea Markets in the forum Venues & Services 8 years, 8 months ago

Just wondering if anyone has any advice on selling baked goods at local flea/farmer’s markets? I know that produce sells pretty well, but I’ve not seen a lot of baked goods (not here in AK anyways). There are, however, quite a few local markets in my area; and I was thinking it might be worth a try. I’m still not sure, though…so I wanted some…[Read more]

Brooklin joined the group Venues & Services 8 years, 8 months ago

Brooklin posted an update in the group Candy 9 years, 1 month ago

Any ideas on caramel (candied) apples? I’m going to try them this week–they’re so perfect for fall! I just don’t want them to flop. :)

David Crabill replied 9 years, 1 month ago
From a business perspective, they’re awesome. I think many people find that they sell well.
But technically, you are not supposed to sell unbaked, uncanned, cut fresh fruit without the proper licensing, so sometimes, health depts take issue with someone puncturing the apple with a stick. Non-punctured caramel apples are definitely approved, and I…[Read more]
Brooklin replied 9 years, 1 month ago
Okie dokie, thanks. As far as I was aware, there weren’t any stipulations on them, whether they were punctured or not. But I’ll double check on that.

Brooklin joined the group Confections 9 years, 1 month ago

Brooklin posted an update in the group Alaska 9 years, 1 month ago

I’m running a concession stand at a local craft bizarre this month. It’s my first attempt at something along the lines of public food service. Just wondering if anyone has any ideas or tips on what to do (or NOT to do). Also, I’m renting a table to sell baked goods….which all comply with the Alaska Cottage Food Laws. Any advice or things I…[Read more]

David Crabill replied 9 years, 1 month ago
Obviously that greatly depends on what you’re selling and what the market is like. I think the best advice is to seek out other vendors (in advance) who have sold there in the past, and ask them what mistakes they made, how much they prepare, how much they usually sell, etc. It might take some legwork but it can save you a lot of time and…[Read more]

Brooklin joined the group Alaska 9 years, 1 month ago

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