Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, Silo Sweets is a locally owned and operated store. We are proud to support our local community.

Yes, we are certified and registered through the McHenry County Health Department located in Northwest Illinois as a Cottage Food Operation following the requirements set forth in the Cottage Food Act (Public Act 102-0633-SB2007).

A "cottage food operation" means an operation conducted by a person who produces or packages food or drink, other than foods and drinks listed as prohibited, in a kitchen located in that person's primary domestic residence or another appropriately designed and equipped kitchen on a farm for direct sale by the owner, a family member or an employee.  It is important to note that the products produced by Silo Sweets were produced in a home kitchen that has not been inspected by a health department that may also process common food allergens. If you have safety concerns, contact your local health department.  The McHenry County Department of Health can be reached at 815-334-4585 or www.mcdh.info

Yes, everyone involved in the production of our edible products is a Certified Food Protection Manager ensuring the safe and hygienic handling of our products.  Prevention of foodborne illnesses and food hazards is our number one priority above all else.  We take extensive sanitation precautions.

Yes, some of our sweets contain common allergens such as nuts, dairy, soy and gluten. 

It is important to note that our products were produced in a home kitchen that uses all known food allergens.  Although we do take extensive precautions to mitigate cross-contamination there is always the possibility our products have inadvertently come in contact with milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, sesame, fish and shellfish.  It is advised if you have any food allergies to err on the side of caution and not consume our products as your health and safety is of utmost importance to us.