RESOURCES & SAFETY

Resources for Licensed MEHKO Kitchens and Consumers

Explore guides, safety information, and educational resources designed to help kitchen operators, consumers, and the community better understand California's MEHKO program and HomeTable's role as an Internet Food Service Intermediary (IFSI).

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How It Works

Understand how HomeTable connects licensed California MEHKO home kitchens with local consumers, from membership application and manual review to published Kitchen Profiles.

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MEHKO Licensing Guide

Learn about California's MEHKO program, licensing requirements, operating limits, and official resources for current and prospective home kitchen operators.

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Legal & Safety

Learn about HomeTable's role, permit review process, safety practices, legal responsibilities, and important information for kitchen operators and consumers.

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Have a Food Safety Concern?

If you believe a food safety issue may be associated with a kitchen listed on HomeTable, visit our reporting page for instructions, official resources, and information about how reports are handled.

Report a Food Safety Concern

Official Resources

MEHKO requirements and program availability may vary by jurisdiction. For current regulatory information, permit requirements, and local guidance, consult the appropriate governmental authority.

California Department of Public Health

Access official California food safety and MEHKO information.

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Local Environmental Health Agencies

Find the appropriate local environmental health agency for permit requirements, food safety questions, or regulatory concerns.

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Our Commitment

Transparency

We clearly explain how HomeTable operates and the responsibilities of kitchen operators, consumers, and the platform.

Safety

We provide resources for reporting food safety concerns and direct users to the appropriate public health authorities when needed.

Responsible Review

We manually review permit information and documentation submitted by kitchen operators before publishing listings.

Education

We provide educational resources to help kitchen operators and consumers better understand California's MEHKO program.

Looking for Additional Help?

If you have questions about HomeTable, the MEHKO program, or our platform policies, visit our Contact page.