Food trucks, or portable food carts, have been around for well over a couple hundred years.  From the chuck wagons, street carts and train dining cars, all have played a role in shaping North America in regional cuisine.  Into the present times, food trucks are the fascination of many.  Whether to own one as a lucrative business, or simply, just to eat some new and exciting foods, is why the food truck culture has gained such popularity. As with any kitchen, these mobile galleys require the proper tools and utensils to please the palates of those who purchase your fares. Those who wish to pursue a food truck career is in for a fun, but an expensive undertaking.  The pleasure of serving customers your own menu is an incredible feeling.  The startup costs such as the truck itself, permits, and licenses will be sure to add frustration to your life…A used truck starts at $15,000 if you're lucky.  A new, beautiful and shiny truck with all the bells and whistles can reach $100,000 or more! The permits and licensing can be affordable, but very irritating depending on which city you wish to operate your truck. Gas, tires, repairs all go into the bottom line.  Add in labor (you will need help!), and paper products such as boats, plates, and napkins, then you still need to purchase food, pots and pans, and safety equipment…As you can see, the list grows long on starting a food truck business.  Once you know the ropes, and start to make it, a food truck is an incredibly fun way to make a living!  A food truck just takes a lot of work, effort, and cash to get it right from the get-go. Williams Food Equipment specializes in ALL food equipment.  That’s right, we have some great products to start you on your way as a food truck entrepreneur.  Griddles, fryers, commercial fridges and freezers, to gas and induction ranges, the list goes on and on.  Just remember before you buy to check out all the safety and health code procedures and laws where you wish to start your transportable empire. One great product we offer could be the right fit to start your rolling restaurant.  The Crown Verity Towable Grill with Storage & Sink has it all!  The specifications on this beast of a BBQ grill are ridiculous!  Cooking 367 burgers or 280 New York Steaks in an hour is what this behemoth can accomplish.  With six, 15,000 BTUH independently operated burners, a rotisserie that can fit a hog, storage compartments, griddle plates, and a sink, rolling on these 13” rims will sure to make you the hit of any event wherever you park! Please remember, if you are serious about selling your awesome cuisine to the world, follow the laws of safety and health.  This Crown Verity is rated: ETL us, ETL Sanitation listed, Conforms to ANSI Z83.11/CSA 1.8 and NSF Standard 4.  Clean and degrease after each use.  The clean-up is fast and easy with this stunning BBQ.   At less than $17,500, making money is just a drive away! Something we are proud to offer to support new entrepreneurs in the food industry; Williams Food Equipment has teamed with SilverChef hospitality equipment funding.  Through this, a one-year rental agreement might be advantageous at the onset of your business venture.  Swift, straightforward authorizations on up to $25,000 of equipment is here for you to get rolling down the road pronto! The New Air Single Glass Door Refrigerator is a needed addition to the truck.  Only 2 feet by 2 feet and 76” tall, this fridge can be bolted down and ready for the ride to a successful service. Renting is now an option at only $15 a week on this perfectly skinny yet strong fridge.  Or, at less than $1,300, the New Air Refrigerator is a required business expensive and a  valid purchase. Other essential tools of the trade are all here at WFE.  A great, complete knife set should be step one.  We have many for all budgets.  If your truck wants to be prepared for anything, the Victorinox 24 Piece Executive Culinary Knife Set with Rosewood Handles will have you and your crew at the ready!  Check out what this set has included: 7 1/2" chef's knife 11" butcher knife 10 1/4" bread knife 10" spatula 11" chef's knife 12" slicing knife 2 larding needles with string 2 1/4" vegetable peeler Melon baller Oyster knife Pair of fish shears Apple corer 11" sharpening steel 2 1/3" shaping knife Set of icing funnels Set of icing decorators 7" fillet knife 6" boning knife 11" carving fork 4 1/3" decorating knife 4" utility knife Channel knife Lemon zester Attaché case This will be a go-to staple for all your culinary needs.  On sale at less than $1,200 makes this purchase an unbeatable buy.  Research what your truck or cart will need.  We are certain we will have it arranged and stocked for you when you need it. Enough on the what’s inside the food truck, we love to be on the outside eating as well!  Where there are food trucks, we try and get there asap!  The talent on these trucks is impeccable.  Many people are classically trained.  Whether at a prestigious school, or just from their Grandma, the variety of foods in one spot is incredible for all your senses.  The sights, sounds, and smells of a food truck festival is something everyone should experience. One of the biggest food truck festivals coming up is this weekend in Toronto!  August 2^nd through 5^th at Woodbine Beach Park will the place to be this 1^st weekend in August.  40 trucks are listed on their website.  Live bands and DJs will set the mood.  Obviously, the selection of foods will please all palates. An easy summer classic from our friends south of the border is Mexican street corn.  There are many family recipes, but we enjoy our take on this Mexican classic street food. Food Truck Mexican Corn on the Cob INGREDIENTS 6 Large White Corn 1 cup mayo Juice of one lime ½ cup Crema Mexicana (or sour crème if unavailable) 1 tablespoon each: salt, pepper, cumin 1 teaspoon each: cayenne, achiote, and Chile powder 1 cup cotija cheese ½ cup panko breadcrumbs DIRECTIONS Shuck corn.  Cook on BBQ, or griddle until all sides are slightly charred.  Mix all ingredients minus the cheese and breadcrumbs together.  Mix cheese and breadcrumbs together.  Once the corn is cooked and charred, use a Chef Craft Basting Brush to brush on the lime/mayo mix thoroughly. Sprinkle the cheese/ bread crumb mix thereafter.  Serve and enjoy!  Before cooking, soaking Johnson-Rose 12” Skewers in water, the piercing all the way through the corn is a neat way to hold the corn once completed. All Cultures and Nations are represented by food trucks now a days.  Go check out a food truck festival if you are curious about a different cuisine.  We are sure you will find that food at the festival! Have fun being an eater or an entrepreneur (or both!).