Coronavirus / COVID-19 News & Media
Food truck Fridays kicking off in York County
May 26, 2020
The sixth annual Food Truck Friday event in York County, Pennsylvania has officially kicked off at Springettsbury Park.
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Everything food truck operators need to know about online ordering
by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore
Online ordering is a crucial business channel in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic as food trucks are venturing out to neighborhoods to do business and…
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Tackling COVID-19 training on QSRs' front lines, plus menu must-haves for a 'to-go' world
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
For QSR operators today, there are two huge questions: "How can I quickly train my staff on all these new COVID-19-related mandates?" and "How should I modify…
listen nowFatburger food truck serves up 25,000 free meals to healthcare workers
May 21, 2020
The Fatburger food truck donated 10,000 free meals to healthcare workers between April and May and will dish out another 15,000 meals going forward, according…
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Ohio ice cream truck facing challenges amid COVID-19
May 21, 2020
Summertime is typically a bustling sales season for ice cream truck but those operating in Brunswick, Ohio are find more than a few challenges this season…
read nowSaladworks expanding via mobile ecosystems with Reef tech help
May 20, 2020
The create-you-own salad concept Saladworks is partnering with Reef Technology to create mobile ecosystems and now has its footprint in 17 Reef hubs throughout…
read nowIllinois food truck drive thru a resounding success
May 19, 2020
A food truck drive thru in Rockford, Illinois is being embraced by local residents as hundreds poured into the parking lot of Rivets Stadium for the fare being…
read nowFood truck aims to feed the needy in Arkansas
May 19, 2020
A food truck operated by the Harvest Regional Food Bank, in Magnolia, Arkansas will serve up food boxes next week to those in need.
read nowIllinois town home to food truck drive-thru
May 18, 2020
Just six months ago, food truck operators mapped out a location and stayed the day serving up their fare.
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How one food truck operator is surviving during COVID-19 and going forward
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Edward Tallman, food truck expert and owner of the El Queso Guero truck in Las Vegas, shares how he's adjusting his business due to the coronavirus pandemic…
read nowCOVID-19 doesn't stop Anchorage food truck from launching
May 15, 2020
While most food trucks are struggling amidst the coronavirus to stay open and running one entrepreneur in Alaska views it as a good time to start a food truck.
read nowOne Texas food truck is busy these days
May 12, 2020
While COVID-19 has shuttered local eateries for months a Kilgore, Texas food truck is seeing good customer traffic.
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Ballard Brands stores spread connection, food across Bayou State
May 12, 2020
Louisiana-based multiple restaurant concept company, Ballard Brands, has been spreading the love, food and generosity across its 155 casual and fast casual…
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Restaurant transactions on the rise
May 11, 2020
Lingering tailwinds from government relief payments and the lifting of dine-in restrictions in states like Georgia, Florida, and Texas helped improve U.S.
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Cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting: What’s the difference?
by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore
An essential part of running a successful food truck, especially now in regard to the ongoing coronavirus, is maintaining a clean environment. Whether you stay…
read nowFlorida city welcomes food trucks with open arms
May 11, 2020
Initially food trucks weren't welcome in Parkland, Florida neighborhoods. But now the city's leader is developing a strategy to welcome them.
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Restaurant SSS drop 55% in April: Time for comeback?
May 8, 2020
April was the first month truly impacted by COVID-19 pandemic's stay-at-home guidelines, and declines in restaurant sales clearly illustrate the damage.
read nowMassachusetts pub owner prepping a food truck operation
May 8, 2020
Emma's Pub and Pizza in Bridgewater, Massachusetts now boasts its own food truck, Emma's All American, serving up American favorites like hamburgers and…
read nowMinnesota rest stops now home base for food trucks
May 8, 2020
Truck drivers and travelers taking to Minnesota interstate roadways are getting access to new food options now that food trucks can operate at the rest stops…
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Golden Chick president promises 500 stores, Netsurion on speeding up contactless pickup
by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group
Although just 189-stores in size now, Golden Chick is planning a lot of hatchlings for the future, with a goal of 500 stores nationally by 2030, according to…
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