Hey there, future street food superstars! It’s Ben here, and I’m about to take you on a savory journey through the bustling world of street food vending. Whether you’re dreaming of sizzling hot dogs, refreshing lemonade, crunchy kettle corn, or maybe even those irresistible funnel cakes, I’ve got the lowdown for ya. And guess what? […]
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How Much Ketchup, Mustard Do I Put?
One of those rookie questions is how much ketchup and/or mustard should they put on their dogs. Well, that question we all had when we started out. I mean, it’s a really good question! Obviously, it depends on the person, but don’t sweat it too much. Just don’t do like me when I started and […]
Don’t Fear the Health Inspector
Today’s topic is fear and the Health Inspector… I was scared, too, “Long tailed cat in a room full of rocking charis scared.” That’s perfectly natural. Probably the first time you meet them, will be your intital inspection… everyone has to do that one… Just make sure you’re prepared. (More on be prepared HERE) My […]
What Time of the Day Should I Start Vending?
“Ben! What time of the day should I start vending?” Easy one today. One of my top 40 questions of all time… What’re the best hours? You don’t need to work all day. That’s just creating a regular job for yourself. Plan on 11am to 2pm, max, unless it’s shift work at a factory… but […]
What Condiments Should I Take on My First Day
I’m starting out, what condiments should a get for my first day? There are tons of condiments you can offer on a hot dog cart. We have vendors offering all kinds of stuff: hot sauces, pulled pork, 16 different mustards, you name it. “But Ben, what should I offer?” Keep it simple. Ketchup, mustard, mayonaise […]