Getting into the Food Business Workshop

The Getting Started in the Food Business Workshop brings together a hands-on learning experience designed for aspiring food entrepreneurs, artisans, chefs, cooks and every day people with a great food or recipe idea.

Participants will learn how to turn a food idea into a legitimate business, including licensing and permits, product development, packaging and labeling requirements, pricing, profit margins, and understanding manufacturing, distribution, and retail pathways.

The workshop also covers how to pitch to buyers, prepare professional sales sheets, and navigate wholesalers, retailers, and foodservice distributors with confidence. This interactive class takes place in a commercial kitchen setting, allowing learners to gain real-world, hands-on insight into food production and operational best practices.

The workshop includes lunch and all instructional materials, creating a collaborative environment where attendees can ask questions, engage in live demonstrations, and leave with practical tools and clarity to confidently take the next step in launching or scaling their food business.