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How a Chef Built a 12K Side Hustle in Meal Prep Kits
In this episode, Lucas and Luna talk to Chef Marcus, a line cook who turned his weekend meal prep habit into a 12K monthly side hustle selling chef-designed meal prep kits to busy professionals. Marcus started by making extra dinners for his gym buddies, then used Instagram to build a small local following. He now runs a subscription service from a commercial kitchen rental, delivering 40 kits a week. Lucas breaks down the economics: how Marcus prices his kits, what his margins look like, and why the 'chef brand' matters more than the food itself. Luna asks the practical questions…
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