Is Buying Food Through Social Media Safe?

Homemade food is great, and so is supporting local businesses, but you may get more than you bargained for (and not in a good way) when you buy from individuals or businesses that don't have a permit. Without a permit, there's no way for you to know whether your food has been handled safely! 

The Cottage Food Law, allows sellers to make certain baked goods—like cookies and cupcakes in their home kitchens to sell directly to the public. The Washington State Department of Agriculture has a list of licensed cottage food operators.

Learn more from our friends in Tacoma-Pierce County at Sketchy Food.