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Calling All MEHKO Cooks -

Calling All MEHKO Cooks -

FREE TO JOIN

Be Part of The First Ever
LA MEHKO Week

This November, we’re presenting the first ever LA MEHKO Week, a countywide celebration inspired by Restaurant Week to showcase the incredible home kitchens that make LA unique.

As a participating MEHKO, you'll be featured on our searchable online map, making it easy for diners to discover your kitchen and attract new customers.

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Two MEHKO chefs standing in a kitchen surrounded by various prepared dishes on the counter.

Why Join LA MEHKO WEEK

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Get Discovered

Your MEHKO will be listed on our public map and Instagram page to be discovered by new customers.

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Get Promoted

LA MEHKO Week is promoted on social media and pitched to local media as a countywide story, giving participating MEHKOS new avenues for exposure.

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Get Connected

Connect with fellow MEHKOs and community organizations at our Kickoff Event on 11/7/26 to learn from one another and share resources.

Sign Up To Participate

JOIN TODAY

To sign up for LA MEHKO Week, fill out our Interest Form and a member of the COOK Alliance team will follow up. There is no cost to participate, and any questions can be sent to community@cookalliance.org.

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Smiling woman in maroon shirt holding a platter of colorful assorted fruit, cheese, and meat in a kitchen.

PRESENTING LA MEHKO WEEK

Who is
COOK Alliance?

LA MEHKO Week is presented by COOK Alliance, the nonprofit organization leading the MEHKO movement. We work to expand opportunity for home-based culinary entrepreneurs across California through education, technical assistance, and policy advocacy. We believe success doesn't end with a permit. Our organization is dedicated to helping home-based food businesses thrive.

Through our programming, we’re building a new, accessible pathway to culinary entrepreneurship for those traditionally denied one.

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GET INVOLVED

What We Ask Of You:

Join dozens of home cooks building awareness for LA MEHKO Week. Here’s how to make the most of it:

  • Offer a special menu or item

  • Operate at least 2 days during LA MEHKO Week

  • Promote your participation in LA MEHKO Week on social media

  • RSVP by October 12th

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Join us for our
KickOff Event!

Our Kickoff Event brings together MEHKO Operators, community members, public agencies and organizations offering resources to support home-based food businesses.

Date: 11/7/2026

Location: TBD

Time: TBD

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • A countywide celebration modeled after Restaurant Week, running November 9-15, 2026 (kickoff November 7), designed to spotlight permitted Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations across LA County and drive customers to their menus. MEHKOs will be featured on a searchable online map.

  • At your home! LA MEHKO Week is not a centralized event to sell your food as the MEHKO permit does not allow this. You'll operate from your own kitchen, just as you normally do.

  • Any permitted MEHKO operator in LA County. If you need help obtaining a permit please email community@cookalliance.org

  • No. Participation is completely free for MEHKO operators. As a nonprofit, COOK Alliance is dedicated to supporting home cooks and helping their businesses thrive.

  • No discount is required. The idea is to offer a new or limited-time menu item to entice people to come try your food. You're welcome to run a discount or BOGO deal but it's completely optional.

  • Yes, including an event flyer and social media templates that operators can use to promote their participation.

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DINERS

LA MEHKO Week Map is Dropping Soon