Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in food & beverage but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Patricia Kaczmarczyk, Founder of Cheese & Spice Market, located in Wading River, NY, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

We sell cheese, charcuterie, loose spices, loose teas, and gourmet food products.

Tell us about yourself

I was in the restaurant business for 26 years. I wanted to decrease my hours. I have a passion for creating food. I like to make people happy through good nutrition.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

Making it through COVID and being in business for 6 years.

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

Driving customers to my business.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

  1. You need to have an idea of what your passion is.
  2. Smart ordering, not over-ordering.
  3. Have the money you can risk to invest and be willing to spend a lot of time until your business is established.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://www.cheesespicemarket.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheeseSpiceMarket/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cheesespicemarket/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cheesespicemkt


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