Read the Guide to Opening a Home-Based Food Establishment to learn what can be made in a home kitchen.Â
There are certain conditions where a home-based food business is exempt from licensing. You can read about the exemptions and submit the necessary paperwork by selecting the button below.
Resources for Home-Based Food Businesses
| TITLE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| General Food Safety Practices, Providing Samples, Selling Fresh Product | Part of the University of Vermont Extension fact sheet series on Food Safety for Farmers Market Vendors |
| Selling Prepared Foods and Baked Goods | Part of the University of Vermont Extension fact sheet series on Food Safety for Farmers Market Vendors |
| Sanitation Guide for Food Employees | Printable, quick-reference guide on the basics of sanitation for food handlers |
Contact Information
Food & Lodging Program
108 Cherry St., PO Box 70Â
Burlington, VT 05402-0070Â Â Â Â
Phone: (802) 863-7221 or
(800) 439-8550 (toll-free within VT)
Fax: (802) 863-7483