If you want to learn how to start a hot dog cart business, this article will be especially relevant for you! Keep reading… All 50 states allow you to run a hot dog cart business that you can, consequently run part time or full time. You can either operate year round or just during the […]
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Built His DIY Cart In The Garage For Under $950!
From a DIY hot dog cart to a full-fledged (multi-state) business! It's winter time... it's cold and you want to start vending ASAP! But... you don't have the $$$$$$ to buy a cart... 😠 ...or you just love the idea of building it from scratch … Continue Reading about Built His DIY Cart In The Garage For Under $950!
Don’t Tell Your Health Inspector This!
Howdy! Let me give you a little wisdom when it comes to navigating the world of street food vending—particularly when dealing with health inspectors. If you’re new to this game or just planning to start, there’s one critical lesson you need to … Continue Reading about Don’t Tell Your Health Inspector This!
Start Vending Now (Fall or Winter) or In The Spring?
Donald and Tiffany recently reached out to me with a question: should they start their street food vending business now, or wait until spring? They’d already decided that waiting for warmer weather and a tax refund might make things easier. Why … Continue Reading about Start Vending Now (Fall or Winter) or In The Spring?
Fundraising – 100% of Proceeds to a School and Still Make Money
Howdy, howdy, howdy! I'm Ben, and I want to dive into a fundraising question I get asked all the time: How in the world can you give 100% of your proceeds to a school and still make money? If you're scratching your head over that one, hang tight, … Continue Reading about Fundraising – 100% of Proceeds to a School and Still Make Money
Winterizing Your Food Cart, Hot Dog Cart or Trailer
Well, burr—it’s cold!And every year when that chill rolls in, you know what happens? Vendors forget to winterize their carts, food trailers, or trucks. Happens every time, and trust me, it’s not pretty when water lines or instant water heaters … Continue Reading about Winterizing Your Food Cart, Hot Dog Cart or Trailer
Save HOURS on Street Food Clean Up!
Well, howdy! Today I want to talk to you about one of the least glamorous, but super important parts of the street food business – clean up. Now, if you’re in the vending business, you know exactly what I’m talking about. You’ve got chili … Continue Reading about Save HOURS on Street Food Clean Up!
Yes! Hamburgers From A 🌭 Hot Dog Cart!
So, you want to serve hamburgers from a hot dog cart?Well, you're in the right place. I'm Ben, and let me tell you, the possibilities with a hot dog cart are way more than just hot dogs. Today, I'm gonna walk you through how you can add … Continue Reading about Yes! Hamburgers From A 🌭 Hot Dog Cart!
Risks Of a Hot Dog Business
Let’s talk about the risks of running a hot dog business, and why, despite those risks, it can still be one of the best business decisions you’ll ever make. If you're considering starting a hot dog vending business, you’ve likely heard all the … Continue Reading about Risks Of a Hot Dog Business
Gloves And Money On A Hot Dog Cart
Hey there, it’s Ben, and today we’re talking about something that can be a bit tricky for vendors—handling gloves and money on a hot dog cart. I get asked about this all the time, and it’s important because you want to make sure you’re not … Continue Reading about Gloves And Money On A Hot Dog Cart
Vendor Location Tip – Tap A Lucrative Market
Howdy folks! Finding the right vendor location is key - and I’ve got a great tip for you today that has helped many vendors in our Vendors United group pull in some serious cash. Ben here, ready to drop some knowledge bombs to help you maximize … Continue Reading about Vendor Location Tip – Tap A Lucrative Market
Success Stories
Cash Cow Cart in Colorado
Here is an update from a new hot dog vendor using a Cash Cow Cart (more on this cart here) in Colorado Springs. If you're curious what it's like just getting started with a hot dog cart, you will appreciate Ryan's story about his very first week in business. Enjoy! Ryan's Cash Cow Cart Success... Hello Ben,I hope all is well. So after buying my Cash Cow Cart from you (more on this cart … [Read More...] about Cash Cow Cart in Colorado
Make A Living Selling Hot Dogs
Can you make a living selling hot dogs and catering? Yes! This is one of our most common questions, and it makes sense. Many people love the idea of starting a business and leaving the 9-5 grind. But they are worried that it's not possible to live off the income from a hot dog cart or food truck. Sometimes family and friends even try to convince you that it's a bad idea to even … [Read More...] about Make A Living Selling Hot Dogs
Street Tacos and Street Corn Success
People love his street tacos and street corn! Sometimes the road to street food success has some bumps and potholes. It can seem like one of those mud obstacle courses, trying to figure out how to get licensed and learn how to run a business. One common question for new vendors is how to find a commissary. This one vendor has run into that commissary headache in Alabama, but JR is still … [Read More...] about Street Tacos and Street Corn Success
Tamale Catering Without a Cart
Hot tamale catering! No, seriously. This is an awesome story from a new vendor who started without a food cart or truck. I just love getting these emails and this one is from JR, owner of La Casa Tamale. He has been saving up and studying how to start selling food and catering without a cart. He watched my training videos and decided to go with something he knew how to do. Tamale … [Read More...] about Tamale Catering Without a Cart
Insane First Day Vending!
In times of uncertainty, succeeding in your first day vending can inspire us all! James writes in… Thank you for all of your guidance and the plethora of materials out there.Well, let's get right to it then… We had our first day vending and event this weekend with the new cart. Our plan was very humble not knowing exactly how big of an impact COVID was going to have on the … [Read More...] about Insane First Day Vending!
Proof! Event Organizers Lie
They were so excited. Their first event. After being warned that if the event organizer's lips are moving - they ARE lying - they asked all the right questions and still - the first event with their hot dog cart was a flop. Failure or... We did absolutely horrible in sales but damn did we have a good time! 3 Questions For Event Coordinator 1. How many ppl on average attended … [Read More...] about Proof! Event Organizers Lie