Food trucks have existed since ancient times, dating back to covered wagons when loggers sold food to cowboys. Nowadays, food trucks have evolved into trendy hipster influencers on social media and more. Let’s explore how to make your summer event epic, with a food truck being the shining star.
Event readiness. Incorporating food trucks for catering is a unique opportunity, but selecting the right location can be challenging. It’s crucial to ensure that the chosen area is accessible and has ample space for the food truck(s). Always check reviews before choosing a diverse cuisine to cater to different tastes, making everyone feel included and considered. Research the food trucks’ reputation and capacity. Coordinate with the food trucks on contracts, menus, and any special requirements, especially for those with a peanut or shellfish allergy.
Layout and logistics. Parking, power supply and waste management are essential when setting up for a food truck event. Create a welcoming environment with seating, shade and entertainment options such as a DJ or photo booth. Ensure smooth service with queuing systems, payment methods and customer flow. Being organized is essential, especially on the day of the event. Coordinate arrivals and set up with the food trucks. Be sure you have on-site support for troubleshooting and guest engagement, providing reassurance and confidence in your event planning. At the end of the event, clean up and ask for feedback from guests along with thank you notes.
Amplify enchantment. Everyone loves a good theme! Create the event of summer with embellished decorations, enchanting music and award-winning activities. Offer complementary services with beverage stations and something fun for the kids. For instance, who doesn’t love a good luau for the summer? Make it tropical-themed with food trucks that have Hawaiian foods such as pulled pork, baby back ribs, poke, coconut shrimp or fruit kebabs with pineapples, watermelon, and mangos. Have a dessert truck with white chocolate macadamia nut cookies, tropical-themed gourmet ice cream bars, and popsicles.
Illuminate the event with colorful lanterns and string fairy lights for a pop of color. Include Tiki torches and citronella oil to control summer pests that may be buzzing around, especially since food trucks may attract even more buzz. Decorate the tables with pineapples and fragrant flowers like plumeria or hibiscus for easy centerpieces. When arriving, everyone can get “laid” with flower leis and welcomed with a tropical pineapple or coconut umbrella drink. Enjoy fun activities like a hula hoop competition, limbo and coconut bowling for all ages—award winners with a tropical-themed tumbler.
Marketing. Food truck events are a great way to get the community together, especially in condos and apartment buildings. If the event is for a larger group, promote the event on social media. Use word-of-mouth advertising and email campaigns. If the budget allows it, give complementary food tickets to residents. This will excite more residents, and they won’t need to plan dinner that night. Win, win!
So make this summer the hottest yet, and don’t forget that ResidentShield renter’s insurance will protect against any accidental disturbances.
