While the ice cream industry isn’t one that you’d associate with massive revenues, it can be an incredibly lucrative business. In the United States alone, ice cream sales exceed 1.53 billion gallons every year without fail. That’s $5.4 billion in annual sales without counting accessories like ice cream machines, silverware and packaging. If you […]
One of the most powerful trends that’s swept across the greater American consumer landscape in recent years has been the rise of food awareness. People value quality produce and meats like never before and want to know where their meals are really coming from. The popularity of farmers markets are just an expression of that […]
The best thing about the food service industry is that it will always be a viable way to make money. After all, no amount of technological disruption can eliminate the need to eat. Operating a food truck is a great way to get into the business without the expense of running a full-fledged restaurant. Though […]
The renewed public interest in healthy local produce that we’ve witnessed in the past few years has been a bonanza for entrepreneurs. One often-overlooked opportunity for profit is the food-canning business. Canning saves ordinary consumers a lot of money on food costs and allows them to have access to healthy fruits, vegetables and more year-round. […]
Ever since the meteoric of FedEx and competing shipping outfits, we’ve seen an explosion in the home delivery of all kinds of consumer goods. Nowadays, people are accustomed to having just about anything shipped right to their doorstep. Grocery stores and local restaurants alike have made a mint by delivering food to consumers. You can start […]
Easily one of the most enticing opportunities for burgeoning small-time entrepreneurs is the niche food industry. In particular, the beef jerky business is one sector that’s experienced significant growth in recent years. The jerky industry as a whole clocked over $1 billion in sales in the United States alone in 2012 and shows no signs of […]
The United States is currently in the midst of a full-fledged agricultural boom. Land prices are sky-high, commodities are costlier than ever and farming in general is on the up-tick. Regardless, it’s not necessary to secure millions of dollars in bank loans to purchase a thousand-acre spread in Iowa to participate. Organic farming is an easy way […]
Becoming a professional chef is a common goal for millions of food lovers throughout the country. Getting paid well to produce delicious culinary creations can be an appealing prospect under the right conditions. In addition, such a career path can lead to further opportunities beyond a mere paycheck, as celebrity chefs like Bobby Flay and Anthony […]
Chocolate is one of the most indulgent creations ever made. No matter where you are in the world, everyone loves chocolate. What better way to make extra money, or start your own business than with chocolate. Dove Chocolatiers sell chocolate in a direct sales environment to people who are passionate about one of the greatest […]
The food service industry is a difficult arena in which to do business. Quite a few people go into it without first considering how competitive the restaurant, café or bakery field can be. It’s very possible to make a generous profit from a cupcake venture, but you’ll need to keep your wits about you in […]
