Starting your own business can be a bit overwhelming, especially if you have never done it before or are a little short on capital. In such a situation, starting your business from home may be a solution to all your problems.
Think about it: you don’t have to pay rent, you already have most of the equipment and utensils to get started, and even more importantly, you have your first set of customers disguised as neighbors.
The food business is very profitable and it is even better if you can work from the comfort of your home.
As long as you are willing to put in the hard work required, you can start from there and later expand and get a place of your own.
Here are 4 food businesses to start from home.
1. Packaged soup
People are paying good money to have their soups prepared and packaged for them because they don’t have the time to cook themselves.
You can make some cool cash in the comfort of your kitchen and then properly package it and take it to your customers. Just make sure you keep to your agreement with them and make some very tasty soups they will want to come back for.
2. Small-scale catering
You can start a small-scale catering business from home. People are still looking for those who will provide small quantities of food for their guests at birthday parties, naming ceremonies, hangouts, and other events.
To make this business easier for you speak with those around you and let them know what you do. You can even prepare something for one of them for free so they get to know how capable you are. Word-of-mouth is still the best advertisement you can get anywhere.
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3. Smoothies and healthy drinks
Nigerians are becoming more conscious of their health, which is why there is a market for smoothies, tiger nuts, Zobo, and other healthy drinks. Tap into this source of income by making it at home and packaging it well.
You might need to get a good freezer and have a constant power supply to keep things fresh and chilled. If you make them well and they taste good, people will surely come back to patronize you.
Finger foods, which usually range from small shops to pastries like doughnuts, meat pies, and peppered snails, are a big deal in Nigeria and are an essential part of events. You can make money from selling this online or supplying it to offices. You can also make large batches for events as part of a small chops package.
4. Become a Chef
Another food business you can do from home is to become a chef. All you need to get started is to get the necessary culinary skills and training and you will be well on your way to making some good money.
