Texas Cottage Laws permit the sale of baked goods, canned goods, and other “cottage” goods, but with a clear stipulation: sales must be made face-to-face or pre-arranged. This means that honor system porch food sales, where customers can take items without direct interaction with the seller, are not allowed.
Understanding Texas Cottage Laws
The laws are designed to allow individuals to sell certain types of food products from their homes, but they must do so in a way that ensures customer safety and accountability. While a pre-paid customer may pick up their order from a porch, the seller cannot set out unpurchased foods in an unattended market setting for self-service.
One local example of a business operating within these laws is Chef Kate Diel, who sells donuts and pastries from her home kitchen. She posts menus weekly and arranges for customers to pick up their orders, ensuring a personal connection and adherence to the law.
Original reporting: News/Talk 790 KFYO (Lubbock) — read the source article.
