Well, howdy! Fried turtle feet and Sea Monkey Soup from your cart? Oh yeah! I just got a couple of emails that got me thinking about something important for every street food vendor out there—what happens when your health department tells you no? Maybe you’ve got big ideas like serving fried turtle feet and Sea […]
Hot Dog Cart Business
Are You Missing Tax Write-Offs in Your Vending Business?
Howdy, howdy! I’m Ben, and today I’m going to talk about something that doesn’t involve grilling hot dogs or squeezing fresh lemonade, but it’s just as important—tax write-offs. Whether you’re running a hot dog cart, a food truck, or a lemonade stand, if you aren’t taking advantage of every tax benefit out there, you’re leaving […]
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 […]
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 freeze up on you. Repairs can get expensive, and they’re a pain in the neck—so […]
Tacos And Taters From A Hot Dog Cart
Howdy, howdy! Ben here. I want to talk about something I get asked a lot, and that’s whether you can serve tacos or taters from a hot dog cart. The answer? Heck yeah, you can! A hot dog cart is essentially a mini mobile kitchen, and it’s far more versatile than you might think. If […]