To start a gift basket making out of my home do I need any food permits since I will not be opening or cooking
552714
You need to check with your County Health Department for this information.  Since you did not provide your state or city, I can not check this out for you.  But, just type in your county name and Health department into yahoo or google search and see if their site comes up.  I know my county health department posts all of the food regulations on their site.  Hope this helps and good luck.
1161871
dead on.  i couldn't have said it better myself.  you did, however forget the foodstamps.  you'd better demand free food as well, because you have had a long hard trip sneaking into the country, you're going to need some free food, and you're going to need it now.
108241
Anything food that can be added to the menu or dessert.  Wine is also an apporpriate thing to bring.  If a different gift is your desire a nice vase or bowl would be acceptable, something that is out of the ordinary.  Do not be surpirsed if you do not receive a gift in return.  That is something that happens in all Orental Cultures.
633867
No, you are not breaking any laws by doing that. Just make sure that in your description you list the items that are in it...ex. Milkbone Dog Biskits.  As far as the candles...make sure that you package them properly and you won't be responsible if their house burns down (include all warnings).  The bad part about your own business is that even if you include a label saying your company can not be held liable for things...it won't hold up in court unless the person has signed a paper agreeing to it (which isn't likely to happen seeing as the basket would more than likely be for someone other than the person who bought it).  I suggest you contact a small business lawyer before opening your business to make sure you have done everything on your part that you can to protect your business.  Good Luck.
942
This is a tricky question as it may not even be allowed where you are employed. If it is there may be restrictions set by the company on how much each gift can be in cost, what types are allowed, etc. If it is a very small company talk to who is in charge about the gift giving policy. Something small and not very personal are your best choices, things like candles are always welcomed for just one idea
416869
Yay! I get to answer one of your questions!!! LOL!!! I would suggest a gift certificate to a nice restaurant, cleaning there house, pay for a couple of nights at a nice hotel where they can get away from everyone, hire someone to take care of the acres for a day or 2. I wish I could think of something better. I think what you are doing is so sweet! Whatever you do for them, I'm sure they will love it b/c it's from you! God bless you!
793846
give them a gift certificate for a nice dinner out and don't forget a hand written thank you card.. not typed or emailed
183698
Yes, you will need a permit and a health thing I think because it is food.
691158
Most cities and towns have farmers markets, you could check there. If you ask, grocery stores may let you set up outside their store.  You could also ask around and see if people need baked goodies for parties etc...
844457
Make up a nice basket and fill it.  Some things to include: bottle of wine and bread, hand towels, bath towels, candles, gift card to Home Depot, Lowe's, HomeGoods, or Target, picture frame (with a pic of you two). It would show that you put thought and effort into the gift to put the basket together.  You could even use one of those wicker hampers to put the stuff in. Good luck!
877974
You will need to check with your city & state and see what licenses you  need such a s "food handlers certificate".\n\nYou will need URL equipment\n\nYou will need to be "food / health inspected"\n\nStart with this and the people within these areas will help you go from there!\n\nGood luck from a bake -a-holic !\n\n : )
977414
All right - this ones right up my alley!!!\n\nIf you're crafty, you can make something.  One year I made counted cross stitch hangings for everyone in my family and another year each person got a home-made Christmas stocking.\n\nIf you're not into crafts, you can go the sentimental route.  One year I gave each family a photo album then hauled in a couple of large boxes of photos I had come across at my grandmother's house after I bought it from my aunts and uncles and moved in.  I let everyone go through the photos and pick out ones they wanted to keep.\n\nAnother year I typed out all my late mother's poetry and copied off a book of poems for each family.  I'm considering doing the same with my grandmother's recipe book at some point, too.\n\nI've also taken canning jars and made the "gifts in a jar" - a mixture of dry ingredients that you seal in the jar and attach a recipe card giving directions on how to make the food.  There are recipes for stews & soups, cookies, brownies, etc., and you can either make the same thing for each person or personalize to each one's tastes.  See this site for some good recipes: http://www.recipegoldmine.com/foodgift/foodgift.html\n\nHope I've given you some usable ideas!
450958
call the local bucther and get some meat out of one first then comply with local laws. lol
968590
It depends on where you live.  Many states such as NY and NJ prohibit them where IL requires a permit and most states do not require them.  Check the info link below and then the store link when you're ready to buy!
791375
Target your market and think about doing specialty baskets made for exclusively for the recipient.  That means taking orders and not buying items in bulk but you should see a bigger return than what you're seeing now.  Good Luck!
120047
All I can say is to make certain you get the necessary clearance to sell food products.  There are many more regulations on food items than other items due to sanitation issues, sterility, and allergies.  A good place to start getting help is to contact a local university with a food science program.  They may be able to help!  Maybe even make up a project with you to help you get started.
848493
I always send them a thank you card with a gift certificate to there favorite restaurant.And in the off months I help them out as much as I can.Anything from bale-ling hay to mowing for them AND ALWAYS THANK THEM AND OFFER SOME OF YOUR GAME OR SERVICES.DON'T FORGET TO TELL THEM WHEN YOU'LL BE HUNTING OR FISHING ON THE GROUNDS!