Health Department Information

All vendors selling or sampling food or drink of any kind must follow instructions below:

1. Fill out a Temporary Food Facility Vendor Application and submit, along with a valid copy of your valid Food Handler’s Card to tempfoods@placer.ca.gov prior to July 30, 2025.

2. After your Application has been processed, you will receive an email with a link for payment. The price for pre-packaged goods & samples (i.e. beef jerky, olive oil, candy, etc.) is $117. If you are selling or sampling non pre-packaged items, please contact Vhea Poppe at the information below for correct pricing information. Fee waivers are available for Veterans, Current Placer County Food Permit holders and 501c organizations (see TFF Vendor Application for details)

3. Once payment is complete, you will be emailed an Authorization Letter. This Authorization Letter, along with a Self-Inspection Checklist need to be posted in your booth and visible to the public for the duration of the Home Show

4. If you are intending to offer samples: Retail Food Sampling Guideline, Hand Washing Station Guidelines

For questions or concerns, please consult the Temporary Food Facility Frequently Asked Questions, or contact Vhea Poppe at the Placer County Health Department: (530) 745-2351 / vpoppe@placer.ca.gov