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Charcuterie & Cottage Biz Podcast

Charcuterie & Cottage Biz Podcast

Written by: Patti Sampson & Andrea Hendrix - The GrazingBiz Sisters
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Welcome to the Charcuterie & Cottage Biz Podcast, the ultimate show for charcuterie entrepreneurs and cottage food enthusiasts who are ready to turn their passion for home-based food into a thriving online business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your existing food business online and to new heights, this podcast is your 'go-to' resource for actionable advice, insider tips, and step-by-step digital marketing strategies.


FROM PASSION TO PROFITS! Join us as we break down everything from food business ideas, tips and advice to technology and marketing online for big profits. Let's navigate your Charcuterie and Cottage businesses together so you can dump your desk job and create a business from your passion!


Hosted by a professional chef and digital marketer, real life sisters, Andrea Hendrix and Patti Sampson, bring over 60 years of real-life experience to the table...helping food creators and budding entrepreneurs turn their passion into a profitable business. Learn more at https://grazingbiz.com

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Episodes
  • #43 - 10 Things We Wish We Knew Before Starting a Home-Based Food Business
    Apr 20 2026

    Thinking about starting or growing a home based food business? In this episode, we share the 10 things we wish we knew before getting started...from pricing and time management to marketing, packaging, and handling customers.

    We break down what it really takes to turn your kitchen skills into a profitable business, not just a hobby. If you want to avoid common mistakes and grow with more confidence, this episode is for you.

    👉 We’re not just making food—we’re building a business.

    If you want more help to get your Charcuterie or home-based food Business launched or grow it online, we got you covered:

    START OR GROW A CHARCUTERIE AND/OR COTTAGE FOOD BUSINESS IN LESS THAN 30 DAYS!!
    Learn about all our free and paid resources at https://grazingbiz.com/resources

    Check out our new Mini-Course on Starting your Charcuterie Business at: https://grazingbiz.com/launch-minicourse

    NEW EBOOK! STOP GUESSING AND START PROFITING. Get the Ultimate Guide on How to Buy, Price & Profit Like a Pro! "Charcuterie Profit Secrets"
    Get the book at: https://grazingbiz.com/profitsecrets...

    ...when you get the book, get access to a special discount price on our amazing "Charcuterie AI Secrets" – A Guide to 10x Marketing & Sales Using AI and you'll also get 6 Charcuterie Business-Building AI prompts to help you to build everything from your business plan to boards to marketing plan so you can earn more at any stage of your business.


    GET A FREE CHARCUTERIE BOARD CALCULATOR AT: https://grazingbiz.com/earnwithcheese

    JOIN OUR FREE FACEBOOK GROUP FOR MORE TIPS/HELP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/charcuteriebiz

    Follow us:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grazingbizstrategies

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grazingboardbiz

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charcuterielaunchlab
    ...

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • #42 - Special Guest Interview - How Karlet Hewitt Built a Profitable Mobile Charcuterie Cart Business
    Apr 9 2026

    In this episode of the Charcuterie and Cottage Biz Podcast, we sit down with special guest Karlet Hewitt from Mobile Cart CEO to chat with the GrazingBiz Sisters about all things mobile charcuterie carts. From getting started to getting booked... you do not want to miss this episode if you have a cart, want a cart or are just curious about the charcuterie cart business.

    We dive deep into how a simple idea turned into a growing business, what it really takes to build and run a cart, and how to navigate permits, setup, and event days. We also talk about pricing charcuterie cart offers, keeping food fresh, and what to expect when working both indoor and outdoor events.

    Karlet shares real insights on networking, building community, and why relationships are key to growing your business faster.

    If you’re thinking about starting a charcuterie cart or want to level up what you already have, this episode will give you practical tips you can actually use.

    👉 Connect with Karlet at https://www.mobilecartceo.com/ and join her free Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/950021040572799

    If you want more help to get your Charcuterie or home-based food Business launched or grow it online, we got you covered:

    START OR GROW A CHARCUTERIE AND/OR COTTAGE FOOD BUSINESS IN LESS THAN 30 DAYS!!
    Learn about all our free and paid resources at https://grazingbiz.com/resources

    Check out our new Mini-Course on Starting your Charcuterie Business at: https://grazingbiz.com/launch-minicourse

    NEW EBOOK! STOP GUESSING AND START PROFITING. Get the Ultimate Guide on How to Buy, Price & Profit Like a Pro! "Charcuterie Profit Secrets"
    Get the book at: https://grazingbiz.com/profitsecrets...

    ...when you get the book, get access to a special discount price on our amazing "Charcuterie AI Secrets" – A Guide to 10x Marketing & Sales Using AI and you'll also get 6 Charcuterie Business-Building AI prompts to help you to build everything from your business plan to boards to marketing plan so you can earn more at any stage of your business.


    GET A FREE CHARCUTERIE BOARD CALCULATOR AT: https://grazingbiz.com/earnwithcheese

    JOIN OUR FREE FACEBOOK GROUP FOR MORE TIPS/HELP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/charcuteriebiz

    Follow us:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grazingbizstrategies

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grazingboardbiz

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charcuterielaunchlab
    ...

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • #41 - Increasing Value, Price and Sales with Signature Food Products
    Apr 2 2026

    In this episode, we’re breaking down how to create and market signature food products that sell out... without necessarily changing up your menu or recipes!

    We share simple, practical ideas to turn everyday items into something more memorable. From build-your-own kits and themed gift boxes to bundles, subscriptions, and creative product twists... you have a ton of ways to increase your price and your income.

    We also talk about how we can attract repeat buyers, explore opportunities like real estate and corporate gifting, and use small changes in packaging and content to boost visibility.

    If you are ready to stand out among your competition...stop blending in and start building products people remember and will come back for more.

    If you want more help to get your Charcuterie or home-based food Business launched or grow it online, we got you covered:

    START OR GROW A CHARCUTERIE AND/OR COTTAGE FOOD BUSINESS IN LESS THAN 30 DAYS!!
    Learn about all our free and paid resources at https://grazingbiz.com/resources

    Check out our new Mini-Course on Starting your Charcuterie Business at: https://grazingbiz.com/launch-minicourse

    NEW EBOOK! STOP GUESSING AND START PROFITING. Get the Ultimate Guide on How to Buy, Price & Profit Like a Pro! "Charcuterie Profit Secrets"
    Get the book at: https://grazingbiz.com/profitsecrets...

    ...when you get the book, get access to a special discount price on our amazing "Charcuterie AI Secrets" – A Guide to 10x Marketing & Sales Using AI and you'll also get 6 Charcuterie Business-Building AI prompts to help you to build everything from your business plan to boards to marketing plan so you can earn more at any stage of your business.


    GET A FREE CHARCUTERIE BOARD CALCULATOR AT: https://grazingbiz.com/earnwithcheese

    JOIN OUR FREE FACEBOOK GROUP FOR MORE TIPS/HELP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/charcuteriebiz

    Follow us:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grazingbizstrategies

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grazingboardbiz

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charcuterielaunchlab
    ...

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    45 mins
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