Stanford Night Market is an annual event hosted by the Taiwanese Cultural Society to celebrate Asian culture and community. There will be food, performances, and games, reminiscent of Taiwan’s vibrant nightlife. Night Market is also an opportunity to bring together the entire community, both student groups and members of the Bay Area. The Stanford Night Market is one of the many successful student-run night markets through the United States via the Intercollegiate Taiwanese-American Student Association.
Location: White Plaza, Stanford University — Stanford, California
Date and time: Saturday, April 18th, 2020, from 5:00 to 7:30 pm.
Expected attendance: 2000-2500+ people
Details:
Recommended for:
Registration fees:
Early Registration (March 6th) - $250
Regular Registration (March 13th) - $300
Details:
Recommended for:
Registration Fees:
Step 1. For both Booth Registration AND Bulk Sales:
The following steps are for Booth Registration Only:
Step 2. Review Night Market Food & Health Permit Instructions
Step 3. Register for a Temporary Seller’s Permit (free).
Step 4. Fill out “Application for a Temporary Food Facility (TFF) Permit at a Temporary Event”
Step 5. Fill out “Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC)” form for Risk 2 foods only.
Step 6. Submit your registration fee and forms.
What permits are needed?
All participating restaurants must fill out a Temporary Event Health Permit (we will cover the costs of submission). Additionally, please provide a copy of your restaurant facility permit and a temporary seller’s permit. California requires all vendors to apply for a temporary seller’s permit with the California Board of Equalization (a permit for sales of taxable items). Registration is free and can be done at https://efile.boe.ca.gov/ereg/index.boe.
What does the prepaid vendor package not include?
Vendors are responsible for their own chafing dishes and heating supplies, banners and signage, any additional tables.
Is there a certain way that food must be prepared?
All food preparation must be performed at a health department approved commercial kitchen. No cooking is allowed on site. Potentially hazardous foods (e.g. meat, dairy) need to be kept in cooling containers below 45 degrees Fahrenheit or heating elements at above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In accordance with health regulations of the state of California, food must be sold and consumed within four hours of cooking/preparation, even if the food is stored and reheated later. For more detailed food regulations, please see https://www.sccgov.org/sites/cpd/programs/TE/Documents/TE_Requirements.pdf.
Is there a certain way that food must be served?
All food must be individually packaged (in a sealed bag, box, or other container) prior to the event, in a certified facility (e.g. approved commercial kitchen). All packaged food must have a label for the time at which it was packaged, and must be sold and consumed within four hours of that timestamp. No food can be in open containers or exposed to air until after it has been sold to consumers.
Will there be a space for waste disposal?
Stanford Night Market provides general waste disposal. Dumping oil or other cooking materials onto grass or public spaces is strictly prohibited.
Are alcohol sales allowed?
Alcohol sales are not allowed at the Stanford Night Market.
How should items be priced?
Prices should reflect reasonable market rates. Night markets are known for having great bargains, and customers are price sensitive. We recommend selling in volume at lower prices. The Stanford Night Market reserves the right to set a maximum price as necessary.
Night Market (General):
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Logistics:
We look forward to working with you!
—The Taiwanese Cultural Society at Stanford University