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How to sell at a temporary

event

What events can I sell at?Some ideas Farmers markets Music and cultural events Sporting events Neighborhood fairs Non-profit events Private community events

Is it the right fit? Read the vendor handbook Visit the market ahead of time Call the event organizer Interview last year’s vendors

How do I apply?

Different, but in general:InsuranceRegistration Food handlers cardCommercial kitchenTaste testApplication & fee

Tips:Source ingredients locallyBuy compostable serving wareMention how your food is handmade, unique and delicious

After being accepted?

Before your first market day Buy your equipment Practice setting up booth Booth fee Tokens Temporary restaurant

license application Propane tank license Vendor orientation Good idea: Facebook page

What is it like?Community & Sustainability Participate in activities Trade with other vendors Source your ingredients locally No Styrofoam or plastic Durable or compostable only Only give out utensils and bags

to customers if they ask Recycle and compost Use less water “Gleaning”

How can I decorate?

Ideas Use décor that represents

where you are from Beautiful table cloths or wood Display serving ware and

food in baskets or bowls Flowers Stands with signs Keep stand tidy

Something that smells really good!

Samples

What about my sign & menu?Sign Your business name Where you cook Where you sell Waterproof, lightweight and hangs Chalkboards or professionally printed signs Readable from far away Photos and stories Lots of colour

Menu Minimal menu, 2-6 items, with prices Daily specials Only products the event coordinator

approved Mention if your products are organic, local,

handmade, gluten free, dairy free, …

How can I serve my customers well?Tips:Practice what you are going to saySmile and invite people to sampleHelp customers with orderingShare tips about your productsOne person takes orders & collects paymentsDon’t forget any orders or special requests by using a handy notebookServe customers efficientlyKeep to-go ware on handLook clean with apron, gloves & hair netsGarbage & compost bin for customers

How can I pass my inspection?

Key things to keep in mind:Parking and unloadingTents & weights & tarpSet up hand washing station Chlorine mixture to clean surfacesSet up stove or grill safelyThermometer & temperaturesStoring food & serving wareWash hands frequentlyDon’t eat, drink or smoke in tentDisposal of waste and waste water

Next step for me?

There is staff at local health departments, non-profits and at the State that would love to help you. Please reach out to us when you have questions or are looking for somewhere to start.

Thank you.Caitlin, Micro Mercantes

Questions?