Start-up Guides

Learn how to choose the right equipment and supplies to equip your convenience store, from hot dog rollers to slushie machines.

Customer favorites like frozen daiquiris and margaritas offer significant profit potential, since they require less alcohol than cocktails and are popular.

Starting a food truck? Learn how to choose refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, fryers, ovens, and specialty equipment by menu, space, and volume.

Guests love dining and drinking al fresco in nice weather. Learn how to boost your bottom line by adding an outdoor bar to your business.

Do you want to start a catering business? Learn what it takes to plan, equip, and launch a catering operation, from creating a concept to your first event.

With a little planning and investment, you can start your own all-American hot dog business. Follow this guide for help getting started.

Opening a sushi restaurant? Check out KaTom's guide for advice about operations, equipment, food safety, and more keys to success.

Opening a concession stand? Learn how to estimate startup costs, identify required licenses, plan for utilities, and choose essential concession equipment.

Learn the basics of how to start a burger joint, from searching for the right location to purchasing the equipment you need to create the perfect burger.

Learn how to start a restaurant at KaTom. We explore the common questions, potential hurdles, and best practices for a new restaurant owner.