7 Nightmares Covered by Farmers Market Insurance
Farm fresh vegetables, baked goods, cold-pressed lemonade, and homemade meals draw the crowds at farmers markets. The aroma of baked bread, crisp apples, and farm-fresh
December 8, 2022
Food Liability Insurance Program (FLIP) Blog
Tips, Updates, and Resources to Help You Keep Your Small Food Business Successful and Secure
7 Ways to Incorporate Seasonal Flavors into Your Holiday Catering Menu
Running a restaurant is risky business… or rather, from a liability insurance perspective it is. There are many liability risks restaurants face, from trip and fall accidents and property damage to accidentally getting a customer sick from the food
December 6, 2022
Can Food Trucks Sell Alcohol?: Benefits of Getting a Liquor License for a Food Truck
Running a restaurant is risky business… or rather, from a liability insurance perspective it is. There are many liability risks restaurants face, from trip and fall accidents and property damage to accidentally getting a customer sick from the food
November 29, 2022
Renting a Commercial Kitchen or Commissary: What You Need to Know
Food truck owners, bakers, and independent personal chefs face a myriad of rules and regulations when operating a food business. One rule or regulation that food business owners may encounter is the requirement to prepare their food in an approved comm …
October 6, 2022
Is The Food I Produced Covered Under My Product Liability Insurance?
The food industry is made up of a diverse group of businesses; manufacturing, importing, food processing, distribution, hospitality, and food services to name a few.
September 7, 2022
10 Licenses You Need To Start A Food Truck Business
If you’re planning on starting a food truck, you’ll need to acquire some food truck licenses and permits to legally operate your business. The food truck licenses you need depend on your state and county governments. Even the names of the
May 31, 2022
A Food Truck’s Guide To Events And Resources
It’s that time of year when the birds are out chirping, the flowers are blooming, and the weather is warm and sunny. In other words, it’s food truck season! And boy, are we excited! Because we can’t contain our excitement, we put together a guide
March 16, 2022
From Crumbs to Cake—How One Woman Turned Her Passion into a Home-Based Business
When Leanna Cherry left her job in early 2020, she didn’t do it with the intention to start a home-based bakery. Before leaving, Leanna had really only baked for friends and family. But as cases of COVID-19 started rising in New York just
March 14, 2022
4 Food Pricing Strategies to Grow Your Business in 2022
Choosing an effective food pricing strategy is one of the most important things you will do as the owner of a food business. Because sales are a food business’ primary revenue source, the cost of your food directly affects the amount of mon
March 9, 2022
The Paul Family Farm And The Magic of Maple Syrup
Deep in the foothills of Pennsylvania is a farm where towering 100-year-old maple trees grow. Where decadent syrup is harvested and protected by the Paul family, just like it had been for the past 156 years. When it comes to maple syrup
March 4, 2022
How to Pick the Best Vehicle for Your Food Truck
If you’re thinking about starting a food truck business, you’ve probably spent some time looking at vehicles. Choosing the best vehicle for your food truck can be hard. With so many different makes and models, it can be challenging to know what to
January 19, 2022
Cake Jewel’s Jewel Burgess Creates Larger Than Life Cakes
“It’s not just a cake, it’s an experience” – Jewel Burgess, Owner of
January 13, 2022
How to Pick The Best Generator For Your Food Truck
If you’re looking to start a food truck business, chances are you’ve done a bit of research into generators. Choosing the right generator can be challenging, though. There are a lot of options and it can be hard to identify the best power source
December 10, 2021
How Much Does Wedding Bartender Insurance Cost?
As a wedding bartender, you keep the party going with your delicious drinks, serving the bride and groom and their guests on their big day. You have the drinks, you have the glasses, you have all your supplies to keep the party going strong
November 29, 2021
How Much Does Restaurant Insurance Cost?
Being a restaurant owner can be stressful and you have a lot on your plate. From staffing, to creating menus, to even just day-to-day operations. We understand that it can sometimes be hard to remember every little detail. And while some small details
November 23, 2021
5 Thanksgiving Themed Cocktails to Spice Up Your Drink Menu
Halloween is over and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. With “that time of year” officially in full swing—I can practically hear the holiday music
November 16, 2021
How to Start a Baking Business from Home
You love baking. You love creating delicious treats and seeing your recipes come to life. And the more you bake and share your passion with others, you begin to realize, “maybe I could make this a business.” So, do you find yourself aski
November 5, 2021
The Risks Behind Food Truck Rallies
Congratulations, you made it to your first food truck rally! Time to set up and get to work serving your delicious food! But, before you start, you have one important item to check off your list: Food Truck Insurance. Insurance coverage is
October 8, 2021
How to Avoid Common Restaurant Insurance Liability Claims
Running a restaurant is risky business… or rather, from a liability insurance perspective it is. There are many liability risks restaurants face, from trip and fall accidents and property damage to accidentally getting a customer sick from the food
September 30, 2021
3 Things You Need When Looking For Food Vendor Insurance
If you’ve spent any time looking for food vendor insurance, you know that finding the right program to protect your business is harder than it sounds. With so many different providers and policies, it is’s genuinely challenging to know 1) what
September 30, 2021
FLIP Sponsors FMC’s 2021 National Farmers Market Week August 1–7
FLIP is proud to sponsor the Farmers Market Coalition’s 22nd annual National Farmers Market Week. Taking place August 1–7, Na
July 22, 2021
The Ultimate Guide to Bakers Insurance: How to Protect Your Bakery Today
If you think about it, bakers insurance is kind of like the thirteenth loaf that constitutes a “baker’s dozen.” Let me explain: Back in the days of Olde England
July 12, 2021
