START YOUR FOOD BUSINESS STEP BY STEP.
We show you where to go, what permits to look for, what forms to fill out, and what to do next — in English and Spanish.
MEET THE OPERATOR
Meet Alex, operator behind FireWater.
Learn the common early mistakes and how the Academy helps you move from idea to a real, permit-ready food business.
Real experience at music festivals, school carnivals and private catering.
FREE RESOURCE
Get the Free Food Vendor Startup Checklist.
A practical first-pass checklist for planning your business, permits, insurance, inspections and launch.
THE ROADMAP
From idea to first sale.
One clear path, with English + Spanish guidance at every stage.
01
Choose Your Business
Define your food truck, trailer, or catering model.
05
Health Permits
Understand health permits and operating requirements.
02
Before You Buy
Learn the rules before purchasing equipment.
06
Forms & Examples
Go through the forms with examples and completed samples.
03
Set Up Your Business
Structure your business, EIN, legal name, and basic insurance.
07
Plan Review & Inspection
Prepare for plan review, inspection, and necessary corrections.
04
Local Requirements
State → County → City, in order.
08
Open & Start Selling
Get ready for your first event and your first customers.
IDEA
PERMITS
LAUNCH
EVENTS
CUSTOMERS
SCALE
CHOOSE YOUR MODEL
Pick the business that fits.
Food Truck
A full mobile kitchen for recurring routes, events and high-volume service.
Food Trailer
More room for equipment and a flexible setup for markets and festivals.
Pop Ups
Perfect for festivals, markets and one-day events.
PERMIT FINDER
Know what to look for.
Start with your location and business type. Static demo results are shown below.
PRICING
Pay once. Lifetime access.
Great for festivals, markets and one day events.
STUDENT STORIES
Real stories, when they're ready.
Student stories coming soon
Student stories coming soon
Student stories coming soon
Frequently asked questions
FAQ • EN + ES
Questions before you start.
OUR STORY IN PHOTOS
From the trucks to the festivals.
Real moments from FireWater — festivals, carnivals, and private catering events. This is the energy your students are building toward.
READY TO START?