I Don't Understand....

Decorating By bunnypatchbaker Updated 19 Mar 2007 , 1:47am by Jenn123

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bunnypatchbaker Posted 19 Mar 2007 , 1:13am
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What is required - a license for baking at home or not? I know there have been other threads about this - but I have never seen the answer to my question. In Illinois do you need a license to make cakes at home and sell? I have been told to check out the state website from the health department - so confusing!!!!! I have been told that as long as you do not advertise that you can make and sell. If someone calls you its okay - but no business cards, ads in newspapers, flyers, etc. What about if you want to make a cake and donate it - to a church for a bake sale, to a charity for a silent auction, etc.? Can anyone help me?!?!?! icon_confused.gif

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Jenn123 Posted 19 Mar 2007 , 1:18am
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As long as you are not advertising, I think it is fine. Charity donations are OK without ads or cards.

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misterc Posted 19 Mar 2007 , 1:30am
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Call your Health department and ask them exactly what is expected of you. It varies so much from state to state.

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Narie Posted 19 Mar 2007 , 1:37am
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Home bakeries are not legal in Illinois. Many people do sell illegally. However, I don't know what the penalties are if you are caught. The rules vary from state to state.

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Jenn123 Posted 19 Mar 2007 , 1:47am
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