Dear Dave,Is it too late to open a Hot Sauce Shop? Is this a fad or are the hot heads here to stay? How do I know what is going to move off the shelves. Could you help me pick up a good line of sauces?Thanks,CynthiaHi Dave!When I was in San Diego a few years ago I ran across a …
Buying a small Hot Sauce Business
Dear Dave,A small but well known hot sauce manufacturer is interested in selling their recipe and name. Is there any way for me to get a value of the business before I buy to make sure my offer is consistent with the worth of the business?Thanks,AnonymousAnon.:There are many factors to consider when valuing a business, including gross sales, net profit, …
Steam Kettle Information
Dave,What is a steam kettle and what is it used for? I looked for it on the Internet but all I could find is pictures and prices and no descriptions of what it is.Thanks,ZippyHello Zippy:Steam kettles are used as heat sources in the restaurant, food service, and processing industries to cook foods and to process them in bottles. Think of …
What is Louisiana-Style Hot Sauce
Dear Dave:I was wondering what exactly is Louisiana-Style hot sauce? what does this usually consist of?Thanks,ShawnShawn:Louisiana hot sauce usually consists of fermented Cayenne chiles (in salt), and various spices, in vinegar.–Dave
Hot Sauce Startup seeking Information
Dave:I have recently begun researching the hot sauce industry. As avid hot sauce lovers, myself and my husband are interested in creating our own hot sauce to be put on the market. I have downloaded much of my reserach from this website and have found other avenues directed from this site. I think the College of Chile Knowledge has been a …