British families.

Riley_G

Savvy_Sue said:

Riley_G said:
and he felt back home in a bad diner (or Cath?! as he called it). Or he would wake up and think "I'm a tourist today" and go and do tourist attractions. He said homesickness hit him really bad in Cardiff, He got over it by going to a co-operative? bank because outside they always put the corporate office address in Manchester and he said he felt like going in to the branch to withdraw money meant he was in a bit of Manchester. 

He probably said 'caff' rather than 'cath' ie abbreviation for cafe. Another very British model is a 'greasy spoon' although they're dying out. Popular with lorry drivers, fried full English breakfast served all day and not a lot else. Apart from strong tea, of course. Any coffee would be instant, no mucking about with that fancy foreign malarkey. 

Love this idea of feeling at home in the Coop, it is a very British institution.

You asked about sole trader. Basically it means one person, making money / running a business for themselves. If it took off and someone else became involved, you might set up a partnership, which would need an agreement between the partners about how the profit would be split, how to dissolve it etc. And when you're ready to take over the world you set up a limited company. 

But until you've made more than £1000 profit in a tax year, no need to worry because you won't owe any UK tax.

BUT ... are you aware of your liability to US tax, even if you live abroad? Find out through an expat forum, because I only know it can be an issue. And UK banks will ask about your nationality etc.

I think we stopped at a greasy spoon, When I come over I went out when he had to go to a clients we went on the freeway and stopped off at a truck stop just off the freeway. Certainly not what I am used to but it was a great experience. You are right about the coffee! 

If I went in to business I would be doing it alone, I want it to be my creations, my dishes and my hard work. Obviously if he wanted to be involved I might let my boyfriend in. He can be chief of tasting

My boyfriend has already told me about my tax liabilities, He said he knows an accountant and we'll speak to them. 

bouicca21 said:

To me a sloppy joe is an oversized jumper, definitely not something suitable to be eaten for lunch!

OMG you NEED to try one! They are delicious when done right! 


I've got a cheesecake ready, My CV ready (Which I wrote and got my boyfriend to check) and I'm going to the American take out.

Wish me luck!

Savvy_Sue

pollypenny said:

bouicca21 said:

To me a sloppy joe is an oversized jumper, definitely not something suitable to be eaten for lunch!

An American sloppy Joe is a sort of burger where the mince is loose, rather than firmed into a firm patty. 

Ah yes, two nations divided by a common language ... 

Emmia

Freeway = Motorway in the UK

Riley_G

Kynthia said:

I wonder if you could sell American desserts directly to customers via the Internet and local Facebook pages? You'd probably need your kitchen to pass hygiene standards and be licensed by the local council (sorry it's not something I know much about).

I'll start out selling on facebook. I know I'll have to get permission from the city and the permits. I need to look in to what to do.

Riley_G

I went to the take out and got talking to the manager, He loved what I had made he said it was so much better than the ones they stock which are made in a factory. (and some are Chicago style!). He said he couldn't hire me or give me a trial shift because I don't have proof I'm allowed to work? (I didn't take anything other than my CV) he was impressed. Said I can have a trial shift if I can prove I am allowed to work. My boyfriend said I should go back and just show him my British passport.

He did say regardless he wants a few more cheesecakes! 

littlegreenparrot

That's great, you're sounding much more positive. 

You will at least need a National Insurance number, so need to look into that. 

Riley_G

I am! I love it when people enjoy my creations. I made pizza New York style. It went down really well. 

Boyfriend got me a tub of a candy called malteasers, they are yummy! Talking of plans. I've set myself a goal by next year I'll have saved enough to have bought one of these
https://www.johnlewis.com/ooni-pro-large-multi-fuel-outdoor-pizza-oven-cover-gas-burner-charcoal-bundle/p4935052
I'm sure I could get it cheaper but its a goal I've set myself!

National Insurance number? Is that like my SSN? I think I have one for the UK, is it the code of 2 letters, numbers and a letter?

gt568

This thread is creative writing gold.

Riley_G

gt568 said:

This thread is creative writing gold.

Excuse me?

If I am bothering people, please tell me and I'll go.

Savvy_Sue

Riley_G said:

National Insurance number? Is that like my SSN? I think I have one for the UK, is it the code of 2 letters, numbers and a letter?

Yes. 'Right to work' is a BIG thing for employers: a British passport with no restrictions in it should do the trick!