Food Startup 101
WHERE
Kitchen Council, 1001 South 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
WHEN
Mon Feb 16, 2026 5:30 PM (CST)
Thinking of starting a food business? Join us for a FREE, in-person Food Startup 101 covering the essential first steps—from idea to launch. Looking to start a food business, but not sure where to begin? Join us for a FREE, in-person Food Startup 101 evening designed to help aspiring food entrepreneurs turn ideas into action. Whether you’re dreaming of a food truck, packaged product, bakery, catering business, or pop-up concept, this one-hour session will walk you through the essential first steps—without the overwhelm. What we’ll cover: How to move from idea → viable food business Common startup paths (home-based, commercial kitchen, food truck, CPG, and more) Licensing, permits, and food safety basics (what you actually need—and when) Cost realities and early budgeting considerations Local resources available to support you at every stage This session is hosted by Kitchen Council in partnership with America’s SBDC Iowa, and is ideal for: First-time food entrepreneurs Side-hustlers exploring a food concept Creators who want clarity before investing time or money
