Renting a Commercial Kitchen or Commissary: What You Need to Know
Food truck owners, bakers, and independent personal chefs face a myriad of rules and regulations when operating a food business. One rule or regulation that food business owners may encounter is the requirement to prepare their food in an approved commercial-grade kitchen or commissary. FLIP unscrambles the common questions you may have when it comes […]
10 Licenses You Need to Start a Food Truck Business
Last Updated: 10/13/2023 Get your taste buds ready, because with the right licenses in hand, your food truck dreams can finally take a stand! If you’re planning on starting a food truck, you’ll need to acquire some food truck licenses and permits to legally operate your business. The food truck licenses you need depend on […]
From Crumbs to Cake: How One Woman Turned Her Passion into a Home-Based Business
When Leanna Cherry left her job in early 2020, she didn’t do it with the intention to start a home-based bakery. Before leaving, Leanna had really only baked for friends and family. But as cases of COVID-19 started rising in New York just one week later, potential job opportunities became harder to find. It was […]
How to Price Food to Sell: 4 Food Pricing Strategies to Grow Your Business
Last Updated: May 7, 2024 Choosing an effective food pricing strategy is one of the most important things you will do as a business owner. Preparing delicious dishes that sell is the ultimate goal. However, if your food costs don’t justify what you’re bringing in, you won’t be in business for long. Learning how to […]
The Paul Family Farm and the Magic of Maple Syrup
Deep in the foothills of Pennsylvania is a farm where towering 100-year-old maple trees grow. Where decadent syrup is harvested and protected by the Paul family, just like it had been for the past 156 years. When it comes to maple syrup, Paul Family Farms makes it a family affair. The family farm has been passed down […]
Top 4 Food Truck Models: How to Pick the Best Vehicle for Your Food Truck
Last Updated: May 1, 2024 If you’re thinking about starting a food truck business, you’ve probably spent some time looking at vehicles. But with so many different makes and models on the market today, it can be challenging to know which model will work best for your mobile food business. Here are our top picks […]
Cake Jewel’s Jewel Burgess Creates Larger Than Life Cakes
“IT’S NOT JUST A CAKE, IT’S AN EXPERIENCE” – Jewel Burgess, Owner of Cake Jewel. When Jewel Burgess made her son a birthday cake from scratch, she had no idea the journey it would take her on. From baking competitions, to singing cakes, she truly creates edible masterpieces. Only a few months after making her first […]
How to Pick the Best Generator for Your Food Truck
Last Updated: September 25, 2024 With so many generator options on the market and never-ending lists of product specifications to scroll through, we rounded up the 5 best generators for food trucks into one convenient list, complete with specs, pricing, and why we recommend them. Best Overall Generator: Honda EU7000iS Best Budget-Friendly Generator: Powerhorse 7500 […]
How Much Does Wedding Bartender Insurance Cost?
Last Updated: 6/28/2024 Wedding bartender insurance premiums start as low as $300 a year or $100 per event. This price can go up depending on where you operate, what coverage you choose, and how much money your business makes. While it can be tempting to skip the extra expense, remember that this small investment can […]
5 Thanksgiving Themed Cocktails to Spice Up Your Drink Menu
Halloween is over and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. With “that time of year” officially in full swing—I can practically hear the holiday music already—there are loads of opportunities to add a unique, seasonal flair to your menu via special, Thanksgiving themed cocktails. Whether you’re a local bartender, a food business owner, or simply […]
