Do your research

If you are just starting out in the food trade then we would recommend you read the Food Standards Agency's information about starting a food business and food hygiene for businesses before registering your business.

Do not be afraid to start small. Many businesses want to come to the market with a range of dishes to cater for a wide range of customers. However, some find that they are over-ambitious and adding a lot of complexity which then needs to be scaled back.

In a crowded market, what will make your business unique? Are you able to provide a food that is not available locally, or offer it in a way that is not available locally?

Perfect your dishes as much as possible. You can seek the opinion of family and friends before moving into the local marketplace.