Ervin Jason
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active 2 years, 5 months ago
David replied to the topic Commercial Kitchen in the forum California 9 years, 2 months ago
I haven’t upgraded myself, but I know a number of CFOs in SoCal have considered it. I haven’t talked to a CFO that has actually done it. It seems that the largest barriers are a) the cost, and b) finding a kitchen with reasonable available hours. You might be able to find info online for kitchens to rent, but you can also talk to restaurants or…[Read more]
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Amy Day joined the group California 9 years, 2 months ago
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Jess started the topic Commercial Kitchen in the forum California 9 years, 2 months ago
Has anyone on here upgraded from CFO to commercial kitchen? How did you find a commercial kitchen? And did you keep your CFO license so that you could cook from your home in addition to using a commercial kitchen? I called the LA County Health Dept and asked if it was possible to keep your CFO license and also work out of a commercial kitchen…[Read more]
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Debbie Utley-Gates joined the group Business 9 years, 2 months ago
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David Crabill created the group Business 9 years, 2 months ago
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liz replied to the topic Cream Cheese in the forum California 9 years, 3 months ago
darn! ok thanks! I will keep working on my recipe to omit the cream cheese
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Ashley Colpaart joined the group California 9 years, 3 months ago
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liz started the topic Cream Cheese in the forum California 9 years, 3 months ago
I am working towards getting all my permits in order. I am very excited, but its a bit of a waiting game right now. So I am trying to get all my product issues in order. One of them is the cream cheese frosting for my cinnamon rolls. I can try making them without and use an icing, but I want to use cream cheese if possible. I found a dry cream…[Read more]
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Karen joined the group California 9 years, 3 months ago
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Joli Cookie joined the group California 9 years, 3 months ago
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liz replied to the topic Getting Started in the forum California 9 years, 3 months ago
Thank you so much David for taking the time to answer my questions. This information was extremely helpful.
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Sid posted an update in the group California 9 years, 3 months ago
Hi David,
First up, kudos on building this website. The effort you have put in and continue to put in everyday, patiently answering all questions and sharing your knowledge is greatly appreciated!
I am doing some research on CFOs and the feasibility of the industry, its revenues and growth. This is for a paper or a case study on the CFO…[Read more]
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Sid joined the group California 9 years, 3 months ago
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David replied to the topic Getting Started in the forum California 9 years, 3 months ago
1. No — it wouldn’t be allowed on two accounts: the cream and the cream cheese.
2. I think you can, but not under this law. I’m not sure if you need more than a sellers permit.
3. Yes, and many counties require that they be prepackaged. I have seen a number of CFOs do open samples, but I’m not sure if they’re doing so legally.
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liz started the topic Getting Started in the forum California 9 years, 3 months ago
Hi I am planning on starting a new cottage business in San Bernardino county. I have a few questions.
1. I make an amazing whipped cream cheesecake. I realize cream can not be in my goods, but what if I bake it?
2. Can I sell bottled water along with my goods? Wouldn’t that be included with my seller’s permit?
3. Can I pass out samples? Do they…[Read more] -
liz joined the group California 9 years, 3 months ago
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David replied to the topic Question on water and sewage inspections for an Operation A business in the forum California 9 years, 3 months ago
Yes, you need to get them inspected if you use a private well or septic tank.
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David replied to the topic Selling fruit items in the forum California 9 years, 4 months ago
Yes, you can sell thoroughly-baked items that contain fruit, like your cake, strawberry pies, or banana bread. You cannot sell cut fresh fruit.
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Hayden Gridley joined the group California 9 years, 4 months ago
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David started the topic CFOs Needed at CA State Fair in the forum California 9 years, 4 months ago
This Saturday, July 11th, is Cottage Food Industry Day at the CA State Fair! Jen Cooper (owner of Ben and Max Homemade Snacks) is really looking for some more registered CFOs to participate that day. It would be a great way to showcase your business! Here’s some more info:
http://www.benandmaxsnacks.com/california-state-fair.htmlYou can contact…[Read more]
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As I was writing my answers, I realized that they’d make a decent blog post, so I answered your questions via that avenue: http://forrager.com/2015/07/status-of-the-cottage-food-industry/