Bad February weather proves stormy for restaurant transaction activity

March 11, 2021

Severe weather in many areas of the U.S. in February didn't do much to resuscitate restaurant customer transactions at major chains which were already…

Congress approves $1.9T stimulus bill

March 10, 2021

Congress on Wednesday approved President Biden's $1.9 trillion stimulus package by a vote of 220-211 to provide pandemic aid, one of the largest federal aid…

California city council mulling food truck license

March 10, 2021

The Lancaster City Council, in California, is meeting this week to vote on a proposal that would require food truck operators to attain a business license.

Florida food truck owner finds a second rewarding career path

March 10, 2021

When COVID-19 hit a year ago Brittany Rappise was aiming to get a beautician job with the Pensacola Opera. But the quest by the Florida resident derailed due…

Toledo restaurant returns to its food truck roots

March 9, 2021

When Deet's BBQ first started 11 years ago it was a food truck business and then success propelled expansion with brick-and-mortar restaurant locations.

Great Food Truck Race hits the road in Alaska

March 9, 2021

The latest season of the Great Food Truck Race, a Food Network production, is taking to the roads of Alaska and called "Battle for the North."

Restaurant industry praises Senate approval of $1.9T stimulus bill

March 8, 2021

The $1.9 trillion stimulus bill the U.S. Senate passed on Saturday marks the largest antipoverty initiative in a generation, according to a report in The New…

How to: Launching a meal kit business

by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore

Food truck operators striving to stay in business during the pandemic are being creative and expanding their options. One strategy is establishing a meal kit…

Pie truck brings New Zealand fare to Denver

March 8, 2021

One of the newest food trucks in Denver, Colorado isn't offering tacos, burgers, hotdogs, BBQ or Indian fare.

Long Island Food Truck Fridays event back in the swing

March 8, 2021

Foodies living in Levittown, Long Island are likely a bit happier now that the Food Truck Fridays event is back on schedule.

FastCasual collecting operator insight for 2021 Dining Survey

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

March 5, 2021

FastCasual.com has teamed up with Dosh to find out how restaurants are faring in 2021 vs. 2020, and we want to hear from as many readers as possible. The poll…

Alpharetta shutters Food Truck Alley event for good

March 5, 2021

The increasing number of restaurants in Alpharetta, Georgia, has prompted a permanent closing of a food truck alley event that began in 2012.

Jamestown not happy with Rhode Island state food truck idea

March 5, 2021

The city of Jamestown, Rhode Island isn't happy, or supportive, when it comes to a state proposal to allow food trucks into Beavertail State park.

A passion for mentoring drives Cornbread's WILD certification

FastCasual and Messner Reeves are honoring fast casual brands dedicated to ensuring that women have a seat at the leadership table.

Food truck nights kick off in Washington park

March 4, 2021

March 10 marks the return of food truck nights in the Tri-Cities in Washington.

Missouri food truck garden launches second season

March 3, 2021

The 9 Mile Garden, a food truck and entertainment spot in Affton, Missouri, is now open for its second season of business.

Tennessee city home to Texas-style BBQ truck

March 2, 2021

Foodies in Johnson City, Tennessee can now get their fill of Texas-style barbecue.

East Dallas home to new food truck park

March 1, 2021

A new food truck park, called Chuckwagon Park, has popped up in East Dallas, Texas at 1716 N. Hall Street.

RFIS postponed to August, Focus Brands president will keynote

March 1, 2021

Networld Media Group, the parent company of FastCasual, has postponed the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit to Aug. 10-12, according to Cherryh…

How to: Writing the all-important food truck menu

by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore

The description of a food truck's menu is an essential marketing component for success, especially if the cuisine is not typical food truck fare. Find out what…