Posts by CaptainCupcakes

As far as I understand, NYC doesn't have Cottage Food Law, which is required in order to have a home business certified. I am a NYC transplant, and I looked up starting my business while I lived there. An alternative option is to use a...

Thanks for your reply! Has anyone heard of SafeChef specifically? They are the least expensive I have found so far, but I hadn't heard of them before...

Hi folks!  I am already certified in Food Safety in both RI and NY...and alas I need to do so once more in MA. Fun. It has been a while since I did this whole process, and I am just wondering...are all programs offered the same?...

Thanks for all the advice folks! I'll let you know what works out...

My hands do run warm, but I have never had sweaty palms when decorating. However, have you tried using cornstarch on your hands instead of 10x? That may keep them dry at least. Other than that, I think gloves are your next best bet...

Hi there Folks! I have been researching all I can, but I am just not a computer person. I have a Mac, and I am very invested in the Cake Boss system. I asked a lot of professionals and they say I do not need Parallels in order...

Hello! I am facing the same dilemma myself, and have been going back and forth for over a year! I understand what you are going through...   I think the choice depends on a lot of different variables (Overhead Cost, Clientele...

Also, want to make it clear that I believe the cake world is small, and I believe in being kind and helping each other out...so I would never want to be underhanded or negative towards another business. I simply want to know if it is...

Hello! I have been planning on opening a business for over a year now, and my entire model was based on two major factors; 1) it does not exist in the town, which is all about artists and local businesses...so perfect match for my...