Four Ways to Evaluate a Food Truck Park Before Signing a Lease
Growing in popularity across the country, but especially in the South, are food truck parks. In the city of Austin alone there are more than seven food trucks parks you can dine at. Food truck parks are locations that a group of food trucks gather together to operate in one spot. Often there are permanent spots for diners to come and sit down on park benches and tables. These locations also have regular hours of operation much like a restaurant so customers know exactly when and where their favorite spots are serving. One good comparison is that these places are [...]
17 Stunning BBQ Catering Business Card Example Designs
While the web has replaced the need of business cards for sharing basic information like telephone numbers, email addresses, and menus there are still situations where this form of marketing can benefit BBQ catering businesses. Places like vendor fairs, networking events, or even when you're out serving the public can provide an opportunity to distribute cards to connect with folks interested in future catering events. Not only can these cards help prospective customers remember your brand, they still add a level of professionalism when executed right. There's been a lot of disruption in the business card industry making it easier [...]
Three Tips For Shipping a Food Truck Across State Lines or Globally
During our nearly 20 years in business M&R Specialty Trailers and Trucks has shipped all sorts of custom-built food trucks and concession trailer from our manufacturing center located about 15 minutes west of Jacksonville, Florida. Some final destinations for these mobile food units include Washington, California, Georgia, New York and Colorado to name a few. Over the years, we've learned some key tips to safely transporting a food truck long distances that we'd like to share in this post. Tony's Clam Chowder - Built By M&R Specialty Trailers and Trucks. Tips for Shipping a Food Truck Safely Get [...]
The Ultimate Funny BBQ Team Name Idea Generator
Stressed out trying to find a memorable name for your competitive BBQ team? We've got you covered. In this post, we outline specific approaches you can use to come up with a name that's totally unique to your squad. Some of these name ideas are serious. While others are down right laugh out loud. Follow the tips provided in this post and you'll have an original team name in less time than it takes to smoke a rack of ribs. Let's get started! If you're in the market for a BBQ truck or smoker trailer for your team, check out [...]
Sam's Club is Giving Away 500 Annual Memberships to Texas Food Truck Owners
M&R Specialty Trailers and Trucks Builds BBQ Smokers / Trailers For Teams Across the United States. Do you operate a food truck or concession trailer in the great state of Texas? You're eligible to receive a free annual membership to Sam's Club valued at $45 annually. But hurry! This free membership is only available for the first 500 vendors that claim the deal or through September, 2019. Whatever comes first! Sam's Club understands how local businesses like food trucks have a positive impact on their surrounding community! Now, it's their chance to give back. Sam's Club is offering [...]
Should You Add a Vegan-Meat Substitute To Your Food Truck Menu?
Non-meat protein alternatives are all the rage right now. Businesses large and small are rushing to add faux meat options to their menus. One example is the restaurant chain Del Taco who recently added Beyond Meat tacos to their menu, which uses yellow peas as the main ingredient for the meat substitute. According to reports, the company has been selling roughly a million of these tacos per month! No matter where you fall on the taste preference spectrum, the demand for plant-based meat alternatives is growing nationally. But should be trying to ride this mega trend as a food truck [...]
Juice Truck: Complete Supply & Inventory List
Trying to determine the supplies and inventory you'll need to successfully operate a juice truck? We've compiled a complete check list here so you understand the things you'll need to keep in stock to successfully operate this business. One factor you'll need to keep in mind is that your menu is going to dictate the specific inventory on your truck. For example, many juice trucks sell specialty coffee as a way to attract a larger audience. If you plan to diversify the menu into coffee then you'll need to ensure you've got beans, a grinder, and coffee maker onboard. You'll [...]
Food Truck Plumbing: Nine Things You Need to Know
When you're preparing to get a new food truck build, it's natural to invest time planning the kitchen layout or exterior wrap. Don't get me wrong, these are critical aspects of the food truck build process. But there are less "exciting" aspects of the build process that are equally important, such as the electrical requirements and plumbing. The plumbing of your food truck is a crucial part of the operations. Vendors will need a reliable water source for cooking as well as maintaining health standards. You'll need hot and cold water on demand to wash dishes, spoons, or pans. You'll [...]
Are You Read for National Food Truck Day 2019?
Celebrate National Food Truck Day 2019. The biggest food truck event of the year is almost here. National Food Truck Day 2019 kicks off on June 28th, 2019 to celebrate mobile food vendors around the world. The goal of this annual event is to honor and support the entire food truck industry: from owners to employees to the food itself. Needless to say this is a holiday we can really sink our teeth into! Refuge Coffee Co. Truck built by M&R Specialty Trailers and Trucks. Both food truck vendors and fans can get involved in this [...]
Preparing Your Food Truck Business for Hurricane Season
In recent years, we’ve seen an increase in the number of food trucks selling a wide range of dishes. Their popularity puts them on the frontline of the street food industry with customers enjoying hamburgers, sandwiches, ice cream, regional delicacies, and even gourmet cuisine. Just like restaurant owners, people behind food trucks have a lot on their plate to make sure that they can operate seamlessly. Aside from keeping supplies under control, marketing products, and training the employees, another aspect of the business to consider is preparedness for natural disasters such as hurricanes. Is Your Food Truck Protected From [...]