Howdy folks, Ben here! You can add hot dog toppings in a hundred ways—but not all of ’em are allowed by your local health department. The Balancing Act: Flavor vs. Rules In our Q&A, Dan asked, “How many toppings do you suggest stocking on a hot dog cart?” and that kicked off one of my […]
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Facebook vs. LinkedIn for Street Food Vendors – One Builds Fans, the Other Books Paydays
Most folks get a cart and immediately run to Facebook like it’s grandma’s house on Sunday.And hey — nothing wrong with that… unless you’re tryin’ to pay bills and not just post pretty pictures of hot dogs. Truth is, Facebook and LinkedIn ain’t the same. One’s where your customers hang out. The other’s where the […]
Selling Other Things From a Hot Dog Cart!
Howdy, howdy! Let’s dive into a great question I got the other day about selling extra stuff—like popcorn—from a hot dog cart. You’re gonna love this because I’ve got some fun stories, real-life examples, and tips to help you make more money while keeping things simple and legal. Can You Sell Other Items From a […]
Water Cart – Street Food Hacks
I’m glad to be here. Ever thought about a Water Cart? Today, I want to talk about something a little different that might just be the game-changer you’re looking for. I’ve been vending for about 17 years now and helping vendors get started because I felt morally obligated to help others enter the business. Let’s […]
Possum Pecan Soup On A Hot Dog Cart
Hey there, folks! I’ve got something special to share today – Possum Pecan Soup and how you can make it work from a hot dog cart. Yes, you heard that right! I was just whipping up some Italian bread today, thanks to a recipe I found on TikTok—Sarah’s or Sarah’s recipes, can’t remember exactly, but […]