There are 23 article(s) tagged Food trucks:

• September 2024

  • A taste of Chicago and Philly, all at once

    After Chi Phi food truck owners Aubrey Hampton and Lamar Dales moved to Memphis three years ago, they missed the food from their respective hometowns. 

    By Sophia Surrett September 16, 2024

• July 2024

  • Fashion-forward food truck puts hip-hop spin on smashburgers

    An addition to the growing smashburger scene can be found at the Smash & Grab Burger Lab, where Kidd Martin is cooking up one of the city’s best burgers.

    By Chris Herrington July 28, 2024

• June 2024

  • Mexican hibachi? Mount Moriah food truck carves out (and grills) its own niche

    Alnova XV owner Luis Rivas blends Mexican spices and recipes with the techniques he learned from working at Japanese restaurants. 

    By Joshua Carlucci June 02, 2024

• December 2023

  • To Memphis from Mexico: Population gains push restaurant growth

    Hispanic and Latino people make up about 7.7% of Memphis’ population. As that number climbs, so does the number of Latin American-inspired restaurants. 

    By Joshua Carlucci December 03, 2023

• November 2023

  • Bartlett OKs food trucks, considers spirited ordinance changes

    Bartlett officials will allow food trucks within city limits with some parameters. Plus, a change allowing alcoholic beverages at city facilities heads to a final vote.

    By Michael Waddell November 29, 2023

  • Mobile food vending, alcohol and beer ordinances approved in Bartlett

    The Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen is considering ordinances that could open the option of food trucks in the city along with serving alcohol at city events.

    By Michael Waddell November 15, 2023

• October 2023

  • Bartlett passes first reading of food truck ordinance

    With a growing interest in food trucks, Bartlett wants to set some regulations for the restaurants on wheels so they do not — among other things — hurt permanent businesses in the suburb.

    By Michael Waddell October 25, 2023

  • Hernando approves city’s first food truck park

    After a long discussion and some adjustments, Hernando officials have approved the first food truck locations in the city.

    By Beth Sullivan October 18, 2023

  • Table Talk: Taco Cat joins Memphis food truck-to-restaurant path

    Taco Cat follows in the tire tracks of El Mero, Sugar Ghost, New Wing Order and Loaf with its new, planned location. 

    By Chris Herrington October 11, 2023

• September 2023

  • $10 Deal: Savor the end of summer at Tacos Los Jarochos

    Josh Carlucci says the food truck scene on Summer Avenue is like a slot machine: Each visit could yield a different array. But the fish tacos at Los Jarochos are a jackpot. 

    By Joshua Carlucci September 21, 2023

• June 2023

  • $10 Deal: Traditional Honduran food on Jackson Avenue

    This is one of Joshua Carlucci’s favorite dishes in Memphis.

    By Joshua Carlucci June 22, 2023

  • Hernando aldermen vote to allow food trucks — with conditions

    Hernando aldermen approved allowing food trucks in the DeSoto County city, but not at the expense of existing brick-and-mortar restaurants.

    By Toni Lepeska June 21, 2023

• February 2023

  • Collierville teachers given thanks, handshake — and a free lunch

    West Collierville Middle School and Collierville Virtual Academy teachers were the first schools in the district to experience the board’s spring appreciation efforts.

    By Abigail Warren February 10, 2023

• December 2022

  • Hernando not ready to roll out food truck ordinance

    Mayor Chip Johnson wants feedback from vendors, residents and customers regarding the rolling restaurants before city officials serve up regulations.

    By Toni Lepeska December 18, 2022

  • Food trucks coming to Old Towne in Olive Branch

    “I think it’s a new, positive pulse of energy for Old Towne,” Mayor Ken Adams said.

    By Toni Lepeska December 05, 2022

• August 2022

  • Street Food: Mol-e-que is vital ingredient in Dynamic Duo’s ‘Memphis’ burrito

    The “mol-e-que” sauce in the smoked pork burritos from the Dynamic Duo food cart is a little bit Houston and a little bit Memphis. 

    By Chris Herrington August 01, 2022

• June 2022

  • Popular food truck opens its first Beale St. restaurant

    Craft beer and hot wings make beautiful music — and up to 240 different flavor combinations — together on Beale Street. 

    By Chris Herrington June 07, 2022

• December 2021

  • TacoNGanas to open Midtown truck, preps Germantown restaurant

    The popular taco truck opens a fourth Memphis-area location, at a well-trafficked Midtown corner, while its owner plans a sit-down restaurant in Germantown.

    By Chris Herrington December 02, 2021

• August 2021

  • Street Food: Mem Dim Sum, BBQ tacos, Court Square

    With the Mem Dim Sum food truck, Denny Law serves Chinese small plates, made fresh and cooked to order.

    By Chris Herrington August 18, 2021

• July 2021

  • Street Food: Sugar Ghost brings bubble tea, and soon ice cream, to Broad Ave.

    Mary Claire White has long sold jewelry and candles in the Broad Avenue Arts District. With Sugar Ghost, she’s brought bubble tea to the neighborhood, and has an ice cream shop coming soon.

    By Chris Herrington July 19, 2021

  • Street Food: Hot and spicy cuisine makes the scene

    Street Food checks in on local food trucks old and new, with finds including Thai catfish and “street taco” hot wings. 

    By Chris Herrington July 16, 2021

• January 2021

  • Food trucks in Collierville must obtain permits before serving

    Collierville is requiring all food trucks to pass an inspection before serving meals. Permits issued will be valid for one year.

    By Abigail Warren January 05, 2021

• October 2020

  • Street Food: Soi No. 9’s October surprise, Crosstown’s fried chicken fracas and more

    From chicken to tacos, this street food stroll has some mouth-watering treats in store. 

    By Chris Herrington October 21, 2020