aka “How to Start a Small Food Business in Missoula”

POSTPONED – has been rescheduled

Learn the ins and outs of creating your own specialty food business. The series will feature panels and professionals experienced in financing, fabrication, labeling, distribution, marketing, equipment, local food networks, sales, and, of course, the Missoula County Health Dept.

Tuesdays March 7–April 11
6–8pm @ Moonlight Kitchens

$250/student
Limited to 12 people
Pre-registration required by March 5

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The reservation fee is non-refundable. Your reservation, however, is transferable. You must make those arrangements yourself and let us know. If the class fills, we will have a Waiting List and will try to help you connect with those folks

Topics to be covered:

• Health Department regulations & procedures
• Commercial kitchens
• Food equipment
• Raising money for your food business
• Local food suppliers
• Online marketing – web, social media, Amazon
• Food photography
• Missoula College culinary program
• Labeling, testing, certifications
• Food education resources
• You need a business plan
• Local food systems
• Insurance
• Panel discussion – successful local food businesses