Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Life Is Good.
That's it. Some days are tougher than others. Some are just perfect. Either way, LIFE IS GOOD.
Life Is Good.
That's it. Some days are tougher than others. Some are just perfect. Either way, LIFE IS GOOD.
Monday, November 29, 2010
Fresh Vanilla Bean
Nothing like it. Really. So I'm testing some more formulas to get the right amount of "sweet but not too sweet", crunch, nuttiness and cinnamon-maple-vanilla goodness. I will finalize the formulas today, shop for the rest of the products and get in that commercial-sized kitchen to BAKE SOME GRANOLA! I have my labels all in my mind and just need to sit down, design them and get nutritional information together. So exciting.
Oh... did I say I'm going to be baking/selling granola products? December 12th from 9-1, St. Catherine's Episcopal Church Secret Santa Workshop (lots of vendors) on Holt Road.
Oh... did I say I'm going to be baking/selling granola products? December 12th from 9-1, St. Catherine's Episcopal Church Secret Santa Workshop (lots of vendors) on Holt Road.
Fresh Vanilla Bean
Nothing like it. Really. So I'm testing some more formulas to get the right amount of "sweet but not too sweet", crunch, nuttiness and cinnamon-maple-vanilla goodness. I will finalize the formulas today, shop for the rest of the products and get in that commercial-sized kitchen to BAKE SOME GRANOLA! I have my labels all in my mind and just need to sit down, design them and get nutritional information together. So exciting.
Oh... did I say I'm going to be baking/selling granola products? December 12th from 9-1, St. Catherine's Episcopal Church Secret Santa Workshop (lots of vendors) on Holt Road.
Oh... did I say I'm going to be baking/selling granola products? December 12th from 9-1, St. Catherine's Episcopal Church Secret Santa Workshop (lots of vendors) on Holt Road.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Totally Official
Leaf and Loaf, LLC is now up and running to do granola business. I have my LLC, insurance, kitchen inspection certificate and Business License!!! Here we go!! I'm grateful to all those who helped get me here. Now I need people to help beta test my granola. : )
Totally Official
Leaf and Loaf, LLC is now up and running to do granola business. I have my LLC, insurance, kitchen inspection certificate and Business License!!! Here we go!! I'm grateful to all those who helped get me here. Now I need people to help beta test my granola. : )
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Money
So I woke up in a bit of a funk today realizing that my "business account" was down to almost nothing, which meant I would have to wait on my insurance and business license. I was really bummed and decided it would all work out. I just got the mail and in it was a check for me for $600!!! From school- I received a scholarship for being on Dean's List in 1993 and also more money for perfect attendance. THAT IS ALMOST EXACTLY WHAT I NEEDED TO FINISH BUSINESS AND BUY SUPPLIES TO START MAKING GRANOLA!!! Amazing. Once again. Amazing.
Money
So I woke up in a bit of a funk today realizing that my "business account" was down to almost nothing, which meant I would have to wait on my insurance and business license. I was really bummed and decided it would all work out. I just got the mail and in it was a check for me for $600!!! From school- I received a scholarship for being on Dean's List in 1993 and also more money for perfect attendance. THAT IS ALMOST EXACTLY WHAT I NEEDED TO FINISH BUSINESS AND BUY SUPPLIES TO START MAKING GRANOLA!!! Amazing. Once again. Amazing.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Another Great Day
Today I helped a friend with her Indian Spice Business. Kristin's spice mixes are AMAZING- www.moderndaymasala.com
I was able to prep food and help make soup in the kitchen at the Piedmont Cancer Wellness Center- where people undergoing cancer treatments take cooking classes to help them make nourishing and tasty meals. My mother in law has taken a class here and it's really a wonderful place. Thank you to all who gave me opportunities to help and use my skills. I look forward to doing it again!
The mix of healthy, nourishing and yummy food is a real love of mine and I hope to integrate this in whatever aspect of the food industry I end up in.
I was able to prep food and help make soup in the kitchen at the Piedmont Cancer Wellness Center- where people undergoing cancer treatments take cooking classes to help them make nourishing and tasty meals. My mother in law has taken a class here and it's really a wonderful place. Thank you to all who gave me opportunities to help and use my skills. I look forward to doing it again!
The mix of healthy, nourishing and yummy food is a real love of mine and I hope to integrate this in whatever aspect of the food industry I end up in.
Another Great Day
Today I helped a friend with her Indian Spice Business. Kristin's spice mixes are AMAZING- www.moderndaymasala.com
I was able to prep food and help make soup in the kitchen at the Piedmont Cancer Wellness Center- where people undergoing cancer treatments take cooking classes to help them make nourishing and tasty meals. My mother in law has taken a class here and it's really a wonderful place. Thank you to all who gave me opportunities to help and use my skills. I look forward to doing it again!
The mix of healthy, nourishing and yummy food is a real love of mine and I hope to integrate this in whatever aspect of the food industry I end up in.
I was able to prep food and help make soup in the kitchen at the Piedmont Cancer Wellness Center- where people undergoing cancer treatments take cooking classes to help them make nourishing and tasty meals. My mother in law has taken a class here and it's really a wonderful place. Thank you to all who gave me opportunities to help and use my skills. I look forward to doing it again!
The mix of healthy, nourishing and yummy food is a real love of mine and I hope to integrate this in whatever aspect of the food industry I end up in.
Monday, November 15, 2010
A NETWORK OF SUPPORT
I decided today that I'm going to form a local network for Women in the Food Industry in the Atlanta Area. We will meet quarterly just to brainstorm and help support each other, and I'll also start a blog where we can post information and helpful tips for others to read in between our meetings.
Past. Present. Future. Women in the Food Industry in Atlanta. Let me know who you are!
If you know of anyone who would be interested in this group, please email me directly and let me know.
Past. Present. Future. Women in the Food Industry in Atlanta. Let me know who you are!
If you know of anyone who would be interested in this group, please email me directly and let me know.
A NETWORK OF SUPPORT
I decided today that I'm going to form a local network for Women in the Food Industry in the Atlanta Area. We will meet quarterly just to brainstorm and help support each other, and I'll also start a blog where we can post information and helpful tips for others to read in between our meetings.
Past. Present. Future. Women in the Food Industry in Atlanta. Let me know who you are!
If you know of anyone who would be interested in this group, please email me directly and let me know.
Past. Present. Future. Women in the Food Industry in Atlanta. Let me know who you are!
If you know of anyone who would be interested in this group, please email me directly and let me know.
Friday, November 12, 2010
HOORAY!
Just got off the phone with THE NICEST guy who happens to be the inspector who will inspect the kitchen I use. He also said he'd be happy to help me with packaging and labeling and all sorts of stuff, and I should just give him a call. Wow. What a refreshing way to end my Friday. Thank you, Inspector D.
HOORAY!
Just got off the phone with THE NICEST guy who happens to be the inspector who will inspect the kitchen I use. He also said he'd be happy to help me with packaging and labeling and all sorts of stuff, and I should just give him a call. Wow. What a refreshing way to end my Friday. Thank you, Inspector D.
There are No Coincidences
So a few weeks ago I was at the Super H Mart (an awesome Asian grocery store) with my Asian class. We started talking with a man who was there with his small son, and just made small talk.
This last weekend I went to a fantastic event at Serenbe where many, many local chefs came and created small dishes for everyone to taste. One of the "guys behind the food" looked really familiar, and then I saw his son and realized he was the guy we were talking with at the Super H. So I introduced myself again.
To be respectful, I will not mention names, but he happens to be the new Executive Chef at a very nice restaurant in Decatur, which also happens to be owned by one of the Indigo Girls.
The week before this, my son came home and asked me to play "Watershed" by the Indigo Girls because he's on a watershed project at school, and his teacher played this song and he LOVED it.
Synchronicity?
This last weekend I went to a fantastic event at Serenbe where many, many local chefs came and created small dishes for everyone to taste. One of the "guys behind the food" looked really familiar, and then I saw his son and realized he was the guy we were talking with at the Super H. So I introduced myself again.
To be respectful, I will not mention names, but he happens to be the new Executive Chef at a very nice restaurant in Decatur, which also happens to be owned by one of the Indigo Girls.
The week before this, my son came home and asked me to play "Watershed" by the Indigo Girls because he's on a watershed project at school, and his teacher played this song and he LOVED it.
Synchronicity?
There are No Coincidences
So a few weeks ago I was at the Super H Mart (an awesome Asian grocery store) with my Asian class. We started talking with a man who was there with his small son, and just made small talk.
This last weekend I went to a fantastic event at Serenbe where many, many local chefs came and created small dishes for everyone to taste. One of the "guys behind the food" looked really familiar, and then I saw his son and realized he was the guy we were talking with at the Super H. So I introduced myself again.
To be respectful, I will not mention names, but he happens to be the new Executive Chef at a very nice restaurant in Decatur, which also happens to be owned by one of the Indigo Girls.
The week before this, my son came home and asked me to play "Watershed" by the Indigo Girls because he's on a watershed project at school, and his teacher played this song and he LOVED it.
Synchronicity?
This last weekend I went to a fantastic event at Serenbe where many, many local chefs came and created small dishes for everyone to taste. One of the "guys behind the food" looked really familiar, and then I saw his son and realized he was the guy we were talking with at the Super H. So I introduced myself again.
To be respectful, I will not mention names, but he happens to be the new Executive Chef at a very nice restaurant in Decatur, which also happens to be owned by one of the Indigo Girls.
The week before this, my son came home and asked me to play "Watershed" by the Indigo Girls because he's on a watershed project at school, and his teacher played this song and he LOVED it.
Synchronicity?
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Monday, November 8, 2010
Moving Forward
I think I'm starting to figure this thing out. I'm going to meet with a few local women who have their own businesses or are starting up their businesses right in my area. This will either shock the crap out of me and I run screaming or it challenges me to push through the tough stuff and get to the point of it all.. to be my own boss in a food industry. Bring on the challenge. Holding on to my seat....
Moving Forward
I think I'm starting to figure this thing out. I'm going to meet with a few local women who have their own businesses or are starting up their businesses right in my area. This will either shock the crap out of me and I run screaming or it challenges me to push through the tough stuff and get to the point of it all.. to be my own boss in a food industry. Bring on the challenge. Holding on to my seat....
Thursday, November 4, 2010
SOOOO FRUSTRATED GGRRR!!!!
I am trying to figure out the proper path to obtain a business license, commercial kitchen space and the paperwork to legally create a food product and sell it. The kitchen requires a business license. The business department requires an inspection. The inspection department won't inspect a commercial/shared kitchen. Call the Department of Agriculture and they have nothing to do with inspecting food production for catering. I'd be fine if I wanted to produce baked goods for wholesale and used the proper packaging. Why is this so hard?? I'm just trying to follow the rules to make sure I go about this all the right way, from the very beginning.
Maybe I'll just move to baked goods. They seem to be exempt from this junk when sold at Farmer's Markets, and allowed by the GA Department of Agriculture.
Maybe I'll just move to baked goods. They seem to be exempt from this junk when sold at Farmer's Markets, and allowed by the GA Department of Agriculture.
SOOOO FRUSTRATED GGRRR!!!!
I am trying to figure out the proper path to obtain a business license, commercial kitchen space and the paperwork to legally create a food product and sell it. The kitchen requires a business license. The business department requires an inspection. The inspection department won't inspect a commercial/shared kitchen. Call the Department of Agriculture and they have nothing to do with inspecting food production for catering. I'd be fine if I wanted to produce baked goods for wholesale and used the proper packaging. Why is this so hard?? I'm just trying to follow the rules to make sure I go about this all the right way, from the very beginning.
Maybe I'll just move to baked goods. They seem to be exempt from this junk when sold at Farmer's Markets, and allowed by the GA Department of Agriculture.
Maybe I'll just move to baked goods. They seem to be exempt from this junk when sold at Farmer's Markets, and allowed by the GA Department of Agriculture.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Upcoming Chef Events
Here's what's coming up for Chef Sue...
Sunday, November 7th
10th Annual Afternoon in the Country
http://www.ldeiatlanta.org/content/afternoon-in-the-country.php
Saturday, December 11th, 9-1
Secret Santa Shop and Craft Sale
Leaf and Loaf, LLC will be there selling Soup and Bread to go!
Sunday, December 12th
St. Catherine's Meeting Group Luncheon
Providing a hot dish for sharing
Friday, December 17th
I GET MY CULINARY DIPLOMA!!
Saturday, January 1st
2nd Annual Snape Chili Day
Start off the New Year with friends and family and Chili!
Saturday, January 22nd
St. Catherine's: Soup Day Fundraiser for Emmaus House
Not yet announced, but save the date!
I'll be cooking to raise canned goods for local needs.
Sunday, November 7th
10th Annual Afternoon in the Country
http://www.ldeiatlanta.org/content/afternoon-in-the-country.php
Saturday, December 11th, 9-1
Secret Santa Shop and Craft Sale
Leaf and Loaf, LLC will be there selling Soup and Bread to go!
Sunday, December 12th
St. Catherine's Meeting Group Luncheon
Providing a hot dish for sharing
Friday, December 17th
I GET MY CULINARY DIPLOMA!!
Saturday, January 1st
2nd Annual Snape Chili Day
Start off the New Year with friends and family and Chili!
Saturday, January 22nd
St. Catherine's: Soup Day Fundraiser for Emmaus House
Not yet announced, but save the date!
I'll be cooking to raise canned goods for local needs.
Upcoming Chef Events
Here's what's coming up for Chef Sue...
Sunday, November 7th
10th Annual Afternoon in the Country
http://www.ldeiatlanta.org/content/afternoon-in-the-country.php
Saturday, December 11th, 9-1
Secret Santa Shop and Craft Sale
Leaf and Loaf, LLC will be there selling Soup and Bread to go!
Sunday, December 12th
St. Catherine's Meeting Group Luncheon
Providing a hot dish for sharing
Friday, December 17th
I GET MY CULINARY DIPLOMA!!
Saturday, January 1st
2nd Annual Snape Chili Day
Start off the New Year with friends and family and Chili!
Saturday, January 22nd
St. Catherine's: Soup Day Fundraiser for Emmaus House
Not yet announced, but save the date!
I'll be cooking to raise canned goods for local needs.
Sunday, November 7th
10th Annual Afternoon in the Country
http://www.ldeiatlanta.org/content/afternoon-in-the-country.php
Saturday, December 11th, 9-1
Secret Santa Shop and Craft Sale
Leaf and Loaf, LLC will be there selling Soup and Bread to go!
Sunday, December 12th
St. Catherine's Meeting Group Luncheon
Providing a hot dish for sharing
Friday, December 17th
I GET MY CULINARY DIPLOMA!!
Saturday, January 1st
2nd Annual Snape Chili Day
Start off the New Year with friends and family and Chili!
Saturday, January 22nd
St. Catherine's: Soup Day Fundraiser for Emmaus House
Not yet announced, but save the date!
I'll be cooking to raise canned goods for local needs.
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