Photo by Mansoor Del on Unsplash Often times when you hear of someone starting a food truck, they either live in a big city, or they’re planning to move there and make a go of it. But a food truck business can operate successfully in smaller cities and towns as well; […]
Author: Rachel Perkins
4 Fall Food Truck Tips To Help You Sell More
Photo by Ylanite Koppens from Pexels In the summer when the weather is hot, so are your food truck sales! Everyone knows that food truck sales are at their highest when folks are outside enjoying those beautiful sunny days. That being said, all good things do come to an end. As summer closes, the days will become […]
Food Truck Pros And Cons: Operating Your Food Truck In A Big City
When you run a food truck business, there are several variables you’ll need to consider if you want to succeed. Food trucks can succeed in all kinds of settings—urban centers, small towns, beach destinations, ski resorts and many more. Before choosing where you want to run your truck, be sure and consider the […]
Can You Finance A Food Truck? How To Get Food Truck Financing
Starting a food truck, just like any other business, requires a start-up investment. You need money to purchase your truck, get permits, and buy kitchen and food supplies. There are several ways to raise the money to get your food truck venture off the ground. You can find investors, you […]
5 Ways Food Trucks Help With Social Distancing
Last year, the food truck industry was worth a billion dollars. While current circumstances have halted many restaurants, food trucks are still—well—truckin’. Today, there are 25,476 food trucks wheelin’ around unique eats and experiences to communities worldwide. While business has slowed for many, it hasn’t stopped for food trucks. The value of food […]
7 Essential Tips for Food Truck Advertising on Social Media
In the United States alone, there are over 25,000 food trucks! How do you make yours stand out in a sea of others? One key is through food truck advertising on social media. Keep reading to discover seven tips for a successful social media strategy. 1. Keep Your Socials Updated When it […]
Mobile Business Apps: Why You Need a Mobile App for Your Food Truck
Now that your food truck is ready to roll, you are wondering how to bring in those customers. In the age of technology, almost everyone has access to a smartphone. And smartphones have a knack for installing mobile apps. How does this help today’s food truck owner? Mobile business apps help […]
5 Pro Tips for Creating a Unique Food Truck Menu
The food truck industry is ready to take flight. Currently, the industry is valued at over $1 billion. However, food trucks hold a distinct advantage in the new normal created by the coronavirus pandemic. Food trucks do not rely on indoor dining to turn a profit. Instead, they can continue to […]
6 Key Steps for Starting a Mobile Bakery
If you’ve got baking skills, you shouldn’t keep them to yourself. Instead, you should consider making a living by sharing your baked goods with the community. However, starting a small business is far from easy and the start-up costs for setting up a brick and mortar bakery can be enormous. […]
Social Media Marketing: How to Engage Your Food Truck Customers on Facebook
Facebook can be a critical free marketing tool for your food truck. If you don’t have the time or money to invest in creating a website for your food truck business, having a Facebook business page is probably your next best bet. Not sure what to post or how to […]