City Heights Opportunity Program Pursuing Entrepreneurial Development (CHOPPED)
Dedicated to empowering food entrepreneurs in San Diego.
The City Heights Opportunity Program Pursuing Entrepreneurial Development (C.H.O.P.P.E.D.) is dedicated to empowering food entrepreneurs in San Diego by providing essential training, resources, and a permitting stipend upon successful program completion to support your business growth.
C.H.O.P.P.E.D. is designed for entrepreneurs operating as Micro-Enterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEKHOs), sidewalk vendors, pop-up vendors, caterers, and immigrant-owned restaurants.
Natifa is just getting started.
Chef Queen Natifa is turning her culinary dreams into reality. With CHOPPED’s training and permit support, her at-home catering business is now a permitted pop-up vendor, serving at local markets and events.
Designed to Support
Micro-Enterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEKHOs)
Our CHOPPED program helps ensure your business understands the legal requirements and regulations for running a MEKHO.
Caterers
Running a growing or startup catering business often requires learning the right way to set up pricing, marketing, and taxes. That’s why we bring in experts to guide entrepreneurs on structuring and positioning their business for success.
Vendors
Vendors in San Diego are growing rapidly, and our program helps entrepreneurs start their journey on the right foot with a clear plan, guided support, and next steps for success.
Immigrant-owned Restaurants
Changes are affecting our immigrant entrepreneur community. We are stepping in to support and guide San Diego’s immigrant restaurant owners, providing resources to help them access capital.
Impact Your Community
Your donation helps San Diego entrepreneurs access the resources and education they need to grow their businesses and strengthen our community.