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Matt joined the group Cookies 9 years, 6 months ago

David replied to the topic What do I really need in the forum Florida 9 years, 7 months ago

Yes, you need to get a license and find a commercial kitchen to use. Most importantly, you need to talk to your health dept about all the steps required in starting the business. http://forrager.com/faq/#commercial

Tara Stein joined the group Florida 9 years, 7 months ago

Kim posted an update in the group Florida 9 years, 8 months ago

So glad I found this group!! I wanted to start baking under the CFL. Does anyone know where to start???

David Crabill replied 9 years, 8 months ago
Kim, assuming you’ve already read the law page, you might want to check out this FAQ: http://forrager.com/faq/#starting

Kim joined the group Florida 9 years, 8 months ago

chefangela813 joined the group Cookies 9 years, 8 months ago

megan posted an update in the group Florida 9 years, 8 months ago

Hi everyone :)
I’m new here and am trying to figure out if I can sell vegan nut based cheeses under cottage food laws. I see nuts are okay so how about cheeses made from nuts and other plant based ingredients? Thanks for your help!

David Crabill replied 9 years, 8 months ago
I’m not an expert on vegan cheeses, but I’m pretty sure they wouldn’t be allowed. Florida doesn’t even allow nut butters, so you will probably need to use a commercial kitchen. http://forrager.com/faq/#commercial

megan joined the group Florida 9 years, 8 months ago

Searcy Lewis joined the group Cookies 9 years, 10 months ago

Chris Northuis Kuck posted an update in the group Florida 10 years, 1 month ago

Hi all, I’m new to this site so bear with me if I may be asking a redundant question. I am a pet sitter, and recently started making dog treats. My treats are human grade: gluten free flour, ground flaxseed, eggs, pumpkin puree, and peanut butter. I understand that I cannot sell “dog food” under the cottage law, but I am thinking of labeling…[Read more]

David Crabill replied 10 years, 1 month ago
Yes, I would say so. If your primary intention is to sell dog treats, I’d recommend you use the systems established for that type of business. Just for the record, every type of pet food should also be edible by humans. You might try selling them under-the-table for a couple months to verify that there is demand for your dog treats.
- Chris Northuis Kuck replied 10 years, 1 month ago
  My first batch flew out the door! I definitely think there is a market for them. I agree that every dog food should be edible by humans, but I can guarantee that the majority of store brand dog foods are horrible for dogs! My Jack Russell is highly allergic to any dog food containing grains, corn, chicken, beef. He scratches like a maniac.…[Read more]

Chris Northuis Kuck joined the group Florida 10 years, 1 month ago

Bridget Holmes joined the group Cookies 10 years, 1 month ago

Emily Hicks joined the group Cookies 10 years, 1 month ago

Venus Guillen joined the group Cookies 10 years, 1 month ago

Happy Kitchen posted an update in the group Cookies, Brownies, & Bars 10 years, 2 months ago

If I could chime in regarding cookies…it’s coincidental that I had spent the last three weeks when I could perfecting the texture of these simple “Sugar Vanilla” Cookies. A base upon which I could make just about anything. You’re all absolutely right. When I see a cookie anywhere, I always think I could make the cookie better and cheaper…[Read more]

David Crabill replied 10 years, 2 months ago
Very interesting! It will be interesting to see what you think of my next blog post, which will be all about NOT perfecting your recipes. At least, not before you haven’t made money from them yet. :)

Cameron Dutro joined the group Cookies 10 years, 2 months ago

My Baking Shoppe replied to the topic Is A Cookie Business A Good Idea? in the forum Cookies, Brownies, & Bars 10 years, 2 months ago

Hi! New to the group but here’s my take on a Cookie Business. I started my company last December with a Class A CFL making drop cookies, bundt cakes, cupcakes, and breads. I didn’t start doing custom cookies until February for Valentine’s Day. At the time I was doing a weekly Farmers Market but wasn’t doing all the great. Anyone can make what I…[Read more]

My Baking Shoppe joined the group Cookies 10 years, 2 months ago

Felicia Hill joined the group Cookies 10 years, 2 months ago

David replied to the topic Is A Cookie Business A Good Idea? in the forum Cookies, Brownies, & Bars 10 years, 2 months ago

I think the problem with cookie businesses is that they’re often more fun than profitable. If you’re interested in turning it into a money-making business, I’d recommend skipping the markets and trying to focus on direct deliveries of batch orders. And if you do some markets, consider them an advertising expense and then you can’t be…[Read more]

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