Linda Jo Kushner Raised $20,265 for a Food Truck on KickStarter
In this Food Truck Empire exclusive, Linda Jo Kushner of Linda's Luncheonette opens up about how she successfully raised $20,265 on Kickstarter to bring her dream of owning a food truck to life. Linda’s story is a testament to the power of personal connection and grassroots marketing. For those [...]
Never Pay for a Certificate of Insurance for a Food Truck & Other Tips
Odds are insurance isn't a topic that is top of mind for you as a food truck owner... until you actually need to use it. In episode of the podcast we speak with Jonathan Rausch, an insurance agent in Florida that specializes in insuring food trucks. To date, he's [...]
The Essential Food Truck Loss Prevention Checklist: Download Now
On any given day, you might find yourself dealing with an unexpected fender bender on the way to an event, an employee getting burned at the grill, or even waking up to find your truck stolen after a long night. These are the realities of the road, the inherent [...]
Food Trucks: Should You Rent or Buy?
If you're eyeing the food-truck scene but balk at the idea of sinking $50,000 to $100,000 of your savings into a shiny new rig, there’s an alternative that might make sense: renting. Renting a food truck, offers a way to dip your toes into the business with less financial [...]
Smart Startup Advice From a Veteran Food Truck Builder
Alain Bergery, the sharp-eyed manager at Prestige Food Trucks in Winter Park, FL, isn't just your typical industry insider—he’s a seasoned veteran who's navigated the gritty road from concept to fully operational food truck. In an exclusive with Food Truck Empire (FTE), Bergery opens up with a rare blend [...]
How to Start a Food Truck Business in 8(ish) Steps
When I started my food truck business, I dedicated a full year to planning and researching every detail. From obtaining health permits to finding the perfect food truck builder, every step in the process felt like a major hurdle. And let's not even talk about learning to parallel park [...]