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How to launch a charcuterie business

Everything I’m learning as I build Bite & Bloom — written down for the next person with a cutting board and a big idea.

Valentine charcuterie bouquet with salami roses and heart macarons
THE SERIES · PART 01COMING SOON

So you want to sell charcuterie: start here

Cottage food rules in Texas, the equipment you actually need (less than you think), and how I landed my first paying order — the honest version.

READ WHEN IT DROPS →
Round charcuterie platter with grapes, pickles and white-chocolate pretzels
PART 02 · COMING SOON

What my first ten orders taught me

The mistakes I’d skip, the suppliers I’d call first, and the one habit that saved every rushed morning.

White window gift box with satin bow and Made Just For You sticker
PART 03 · COMING SOON

Pricing boards without underselling yourself

Cost of goods, your time, and why the cheapest board on the block isn’t the goal.

Rows of charcuterie favor cups tied with twine and kraft tags
PART 04 · COMING SOON

Booking your first wedding (before you feel ready)

Quoting, contracts, day-of logistics — and why you should say yes anyway.

New posts & workshop dates, first.

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