Category archives for: New Truck News

New Orleans, LA: Where Y’Eat – Keep On (Food) Trucking

Credit Ian McNulty
Vendors and customers gather for a recent food truck event in Central City.

When it comes to finding a food truck in New Orleans, social media is usually the preferred method. But lately just checking local event listings has been a pretty reliable tool, too.

Vancouver, CAN: Vancouver Food Carts – The Reef Runner

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Most Vancouverites know the best place in town to get a taste of the islands is The Reef. With popular locations on Main Street and Commercial Drive, The Reef packs them in with a laid-back vibe, great tunes and johnny cakes. Now, thanks to the wonder of the food cart, the Caribbean vibe is loose on the streets of downtown Vancouver. The Reef Runner is here and just in time for summer.

Boston, MA: This Boston Food Truck Was Named One of the Weirdest in the World

via Facebook

On one hand, Japanese puffer fish can be deadly poisonous. On the other, that’s why it takes years to get a licence to sell Fugu. Do you trust the crew of this baby?

Vancouver, CAN: New Vancouver Food Carts – Aussie Pie Guy

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Aussie Pie Guy is bringing savory and sweet Australian style pies to the streets of Vancouver via their decked out “Aussie road trip” themed truck. Pies like the Aussie Pie made with BC beef and pepper gravy are more traditional while pies such as Shane’s Pie made with short ribs and a apricot hoisin sauce are more unique. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are also available.

St. Paul, MN: Food Trucks on A Roll in St. Paul – Our 10 Favorites … So Far

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For the adventurous eater, this is good news. Options range from Indian to Japanese to Latin to burgers. But there are so many options it can be difficult to make a decision, so I’m here to help.

Halifax, CAN: Hungry for the Food Wolf

From Top Left to Right  - K-Dog, Kimchi Quesadilla
From Bottom Left to Right - Thai Meatball Sandwich, Mexican Beef Taco 
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The white truck known for flavourful fusion food and helping kickstart the local surge in street food will have you crying Wolf.

New York, NY: NYSF First Look – Grill On Wheels

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The 10″ baguette was stuffed with a mixture of soft and crispy meat that was pretty good.

Traverse, MI: Food Trucks Roar Into Traverse City’s Culinary Scene

(Photo: Traverse City Convention & Visitors Bureau)

Long known for its scenic beauty and recreational bounty, this Lake Michigan resort community has also been attracting attention as one of America’s most unique culinary destinations, thanks to fans like celebrity chef Maro Batali, and was named one of the country’s Top Five Foodie Towns by Bon Appetit..

Monroe County, NY: Mobile Concession Stand Serving Food On Irondequoit Bay

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There are several restaurants that offer takeout around Irondequoit Bay. YNN’s Rose Eiklor reports on a new food service with its own niche.

Washington, DC: Washington Stalls the Food-Truck Lobby

llustration by Paul Windle

Washington has recently become an unlikely hotbed of culinary innovation, with entrepreneurs flocking to this historically stodgy meat-and-two-veg city for the chance to feed dulce de leche cupcakes and kimchi tacos to the masses. Office drones rejoice at the expanded lunch options, but restaurants are less happy.