Food & Beverage News & Media

Food Truck Fridays coming to Raleigh

February 23, 2026

Raleigh, North Carolina will host Food Truck Fridays at John Chavis Memorial Park, according to a government press release.

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Can Dave’s Hot Chicken leaders conjure magic from Mike's Red Tacos?

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Mike's Red Tacos, a beef birria concept born just four years ago, has deals in place to open more than 200 locations. While the rapid expansion is turning…

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Taco Morelos brings Mexican classics to NYC

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

In today's edition of the Food Truck Spotlight, we are highlighting Taco Morelos, a five truck chain operating out of New York City.

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Albuquerque seeking food trucks for event

February 10, 2026

Albuquerque is seeking food trucks to join Food Truck Fridays, which will run from March 13 to Oct. 30, according to a report by KRQE.

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Panama City Beach to host food truck festival

February 2, 2026

Panama City Beach, Florida, will host a Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival Feb. 7 to 8.

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Palm Coast approves food trucks to set up outside of town center

January 26, 2026

The City Council of Palm Coast, Florida, unanimously approved an ordinance on first reading that significantly loosens restrictions on food trucks, including…

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Albuquerque food truck operators express frustration over fines

January 23, 2026

Several Albuquerque food truck operators are expressing frustration after receiving multiple citations from city inspectors including parking fines, operating…

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Citrus Heights, California to open food truck plaza

January 19, 2026

Citrus Heights, California, will soon have a food truck plaza, as construction has begun on the property. Once opened, it will accommodate up to 15 food…

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Riko's Pizza's unique style sets it apart as brand grows on East Coast

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Riko's Pizza's unique thin-crust pizza sets it apart from the heavy competition on the East Coast. The brand is growing and now has 12 locations.

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Speaker Spotlight: John Lucas, VP, Farmer Boys

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Read more about John Lucas, VP of Farmer Boys in today's Speaker Spotlight.

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Pretty Great Cheesecake brings the sweets to the food truck scene

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Owners Kurt and Carrie Anderson combine food science with family friendly services with their two dessert focused food trucks.

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Illinois food trucks call for passage of Food Truck Freedom Act

January 12, 2026

Illinois food truck operators are calling on legislatures to pass H.B. 1052: the Food Truck Freedom Act to remove the burden of separate licensing fees…

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Food truck event returns to Waikola Village, Hawaii

December 29, 2025

Hilton Waikoloa Village is bringing back Village Street Eats to the area every Monday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will feature local food trucks offering a…

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Cousins Maine Lobster to expand into South Carolina, Alabama

December 23, 2025

Cousins Maine Lobster has signed a deal to add three units in Columbia and Charleston, South Carolina and Birmingham, Alabama. The food trucks will offer…

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Steaks to Go reopens as food truck in New Braunfels, Texas

December 22, 2025

Steaks to Go has reopened as a food truck in New Braunfels, Texas. It operated as a brick and mortar in the past, but closed in 2014, according to a report by…

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Belleville, New Jersey to open food truck park

December 17, 2025

The town of Belleville, New Jersey will soon have a food truck park. The Belleville Food Truck Park will open in Spring 2026 and will feature Wi-Fi, picnic…

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Braud's Funnel Cake Cafe brings carnival favorite to Las Vegas

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Braud's Funnel Cake Cafe aims to take a "carnival favorite and give it a more upscale twist."

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Mexico Beach, Florida to update food truck ordinances

December 15, 2025

Mexico Beach, Florida, aims to update food truck ordinances. This change is driven by Hurricane Michael, which shut down many restaurants and led to many food…

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Greenville, South Carolina passes ordinance on food trucks

December 8, 2025

Greenville, South Carolina has increased restrictions on food trucks with a new ordinance. As part of these regulations, food trucks must take down all…

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The Burrito Lab to get food truck in Champaign, Illinois

December 3, 2025

The Burrito Lab restaurant will be opening a food trailer in Champaign, Illinois. This location will offer both walking tacos and nachos, burritos and bowls…

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