The Challenge
- 1
Milwaukee restaurants battle brutal winters causing 40% outdoor seating revenue loss November-March
- 2
Beer and brats culture creates challenging premium dining positioning in Milwaukee market
- 3
Chicago proximity pressures Milwaukee restaurants to compete with world-class dining 90 minutes away
The Solution
YouTube monetization generating $4K-$55K/month during Wisconsin winters and year-round
120-250+ Wisconsin comfort food videos, Milwaukee food culture, and beer pairing content monthly
Weather-proof customer acquisition - YouTube builds dining community through harsh winters
Real Results: Sorted Food
2.8M+
Subscribers
14.6M
Monthly Views
$3.7K-$59K/month
Est. Earnings
Food Content Creators
Business Type
Business Impact
Meal kit partnerships and app: $180K+ monthly
YouTube ad revenue: $3.7K-$59K/month passive income
Brand collaborations and sponsorships: $120K+ monthly
Total estimated monthly impact: $330K-$430K
“YouTube allowed us to build a food community and multiple revenue streams from our passion for cooking”
Content Strategy: Cooking challenges, recipe development, food education, entertaining chef battles