Fresh. Local. Sustainable.

Where Local Flavor and Big Dreams Meet

Welcome to our delicious little corner of the internet. We’re a brand new online marketplace that features small & cottage food vendors in your area. Shop local and find the most delicious treats & ingredients in your neighborhood. It’s like Etsy – for food!

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Meet a Few of our Vendors

Search for Vendors & Products Near You

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Shop Your Favorite Farmers Markets

Shop our farmers directory to find markets close to you, browse products & vendors, and purchase your favorites to be waiting for you for pickup on market day.

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Branding Kits

You didn’t start your food business so you could spend hours debating between fonts or wondering if “soft sage” and “creamy oat” clash (they don’t, btw). You started it to share what you make — the cookies, the jam, the spice mixes that taste like home.

Our done-for-you branding kits, specifically for small and cottage food businesses, help you launch a professional, cohesive brand fast — no design degree or meltdown required.

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Business Tips

Articles and insights for small & cottage food businesses from experts with more than 30 years of experience in building and scaling businesses.

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Articles & Recipes

Our market blog has lots of goodies from food industry highlights, small food business tips, and great recipes to try.

Pro Tools to Manage Your Business

Need to figure out how to price your products? Scale a recipe? Figure out how big of a cake you need to feed 200 guests? We offer a series of pro-tools to help you manage and grow your business.

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Wondering if Butter & Sage Market is Right For Your Business?

Our platform was designed with all of the features to help small & cottage food businesses thrive and grow. Our diverse food marketplace gives you the opportunity to take advantage of a network of other food businesses to gain visibility and compete against the big guys – just like shops in a mall, only virtual. Need more information to decide? Check out… 

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From Dozens to Hundreds: How to Scale a Cottage Food Bakery

So you’ve mastered your signature sourdough, your cinnamon rolls sell out faster than you can bake them, and you’re starting to hear the magic words: “Do you do wholesale?” or “Can I order 200 for my event?” First—congratulations!That’s the sweet smell of success...

Cake Portion Calculator: How big of a cake do I really need?

Cake Sizing and Portions If you've ever found yourself furiously Googling "how big of a cake do I need" at 2 a.m. with frosting in your hair and a cake order due tomorrow, you're not alone. Welcome to the deliciously chaotic world of cake portioning. Luckily, you're...

Watermelon Salad with Lime-Basil Vinaigrette – A Bright and Juicy Summer Favorite

When summer hits full swing and watermelons start showing up at farmers markets and roadside stands, there’s only one answer: watermelon salad. But not just cubes of fruit—we’re talking a crisp, savory-sweet salad with juicy watermelon, tangy feta, fresh herbs, and a zesty lime-basil vinaigrette that brings it all together.
This isn’t just a side dish—it’s the kind of thing you eat out of the bowl, standing at the fridge, pretending you’re just “tasting” it. It’s quick to make, endlessly customizable, and guaranteed to cool you off on even the hottest day.

Rethinking the Food Supply Chain: The Advantages of Local Sourcing

Introduction to the Food Supply Chain ChallengesThe global food supply chain is a complex web that connects farmers, producers, distributors, and consumers. While this system has facilitated the availability of diverse food products across the world, it faces numerous...

Herb Gardening: Grow Your Own Flavor Powerhouse

If you've ever spent $4 on a tiny plastic box of basil that turned into green mush after one pasta night, this post is for you. Welcome to the wild and wonderfully fragrant world of herb gardening—where your cooking gets an instant upgrade, your kitchen smells...

Level Up Your Small Cottage Food Marketing (Without Losing Your Mind)

Running a small food business out of your home is equal parts flour-dusted joy and total chaos. You’re the head baker, social media manager, accountant, and janitor—all while trying to figure out how to make your cookies look sexy on camera. The good news? With a few smart marketing moves (and maybe some new labels), you can get more eyes—and mouths—on your delicious creations.

The Vital Role of Communities in Supporting Local Small Farming

Growing Local Economies through Small Farming Supporting local small farming has far-reaching implications for the economic landscape of communities. By fostering stronger connections with small farms, communities can experience a rejuvenation of their local...

Empowering Local Communities: How Gardeners Contribute to a Sustainable Food Supply

The Importance of Local Gardening for Sustainability Local gardening has emerged as a vital practice in fostering sustainable food systems and promoting environmental well-being. As urban and rural communities become increasingly aware of the challenges posed by the...

Shrimp Tacos: Your New Summer Dinner Obsession

Bring bold flavors to your table with these Shrimp Tacos with Zesty Jalapeño Slaw! Juicy, spiced shrimp are tucked into warm tortillas and topped with a crisp, creamy slaw that’s brightened with fresh lime and a kick of jalapeño heat. These tacos are quick to make, packed with texture, and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. Fresh, vibrant, and just the right amount of spicy — they’ll be your new favorite!

Stand Out and Sizzle: How Small Food Businesses Can Shine in a Saturated Market

The food world is bursting at the seams—sourdoughs at every stall, spice blends in every pantry, jams, jellies, jerky, and more. It’s a beautiful thing, really. People everywhere are turning their love of food into thriving cottage businesses. But if you’ve ever...

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