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Lee County is home to cottage food makers selling homemade baked goods, jams, honey, and more directly to customers in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs and 1 other communities. Under Florida Statute 500.80, these makers can sell non-potentially hazardous foods from their home kitchens with no commercial license required.
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View all Florida makers →Hand-crafted sourdough, hand-rolled bagels & cookies
Family-made cottage bakery hand-crafting small-batch sourdough loaves, hand-rolled bagels, and cookies. Sells via pre-order with front-porch pickup and at local markets including Babcock Ranch events.
Small-batch sourdough at SWFL farmers markets
Micro bakery that began in the owner's home kitchen, baking small-batch sourdough sold at local farmers markets and via a monthly subscription. Also offers sourdough learning kits.
Recurring markets where Lee County cottage food makers sell directly to customers. Schedules shift seasonally — tap a market for directions and verify hours before you go.
Fort Myers Farmers Market
Fort Myers Thursday
Cape Coral Farmers Market
Cape Coral Saturday (seasonal)
Alliance for the Arts Green Market
Fort Myers
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List Your Business - It's FreeLee County is part of Florida's growing cottage food community. Under Florida Statute 500.80, home-based food producers can sell non-potentially hazardous foods directly to consumers without needing a commercial kitchen, food establishment license, or state inspection.
Popular cottage food products in Lee County include baked goods like cookies, cakes, and breads, as well as jams, honey, granola, candies, and dried herbs. All products must be properly labeled with ingredients, allergens, net weight, and the required cottage food disclaimer.
Whether you're in Fort Myers or Cape Coral, you can find homemade products or start your own cottage food business. Browse our guides and free tools to get started, or browse all makers across Florida.