Start (or grow) your food business

Whatever kind of food business you want to open, we’ve got you covered with classes & supports!

We’re always excited to meet and support new talent.  Check out our current offerings below:

Salt City Test Kitchen (24/7, 365) = Syracuse’s only devoted production kitchen, available for hourly rent ($25/hour) with no class prerequisite. This is a great way to scale up your operation, experiment with a concept, and make extra income. Come take a tour or visit our website to learn more: https://www.saltcitytestkitchen.com/ 

Start It (Wednesday, September 4 – Wednesday, November 20 | 6-8pm) =  Taught by our partners at CenterState CEO’s Up Start business development program.  12 sessions (2 hours each) + 2-3 hours homework each week. Here you’ll write every part of your business plan with expert help the whole way. This plan forms the foundation of your business and is essential if you’re trying to get a business loan from the bank. Cost is $100.  Click here to start the registration process.  (Please note: This class is open to all business types, not just food.)

Food Expert Panel (Monday, December 2 | 6-8 pm) = Come hear successful owners of local restaurants, food trucks, and catering companies discuss how they made it and what they wish they’d known beforehand. Free.

If you’ve got any questions about the above, drop a line to adam@saltcitymarket.com and we’ll get right back to you!