Guides
July 21, 2022
Food Truck Permits and Licenses
Food trucks are essentially restaurants on wheels, and although they have more freedom than their brick-and-mortar counterparts, they still require various permits and licenses for operation and vending. If you want to start a food truck in LA, there are several logistical considerations you’ll need to keep in mind.
March 13, 2024
Campus Catering Ideas for The 2024 School Year
Colleges everywhere are gearing up for an incredible school year—and it’s sure to be filled with a plethora of both academic and social events. There’s nothing quite like the college experience, and there’s so much more to school than attending classes that make this formative time in people’s lives memorable—including delicious food service!
February 24, 2024
The Complete Pricing Guide to Catering Costs in 2024
Catering is one of the most popular ways to feed large groups of people for events. Whether you’ve got a wedding, birthday party, corporate event, or community event, feeding a large group of people can be a fun challenge. But when it comes to catering one of these events, one of the most important factors is determining a fair price point.
October 29, 2023
A Guide to Holiday Catering (2023): Corporate Events, Private Parties, And More
Whether you’re planning a corporate event or a private one, we have the ultimate guide to help you with holiday party catering this season. After all, what kind of a holiday party would you be throwing without the perfect holiday eats?
June 13, 2023
From Street Food to Gourmet Delights: Exploring the Diverse Food Truck Scene in Los Angeles
Table of Contents Palm trees, beaches, and the famous Hollywood sign often come to mind when people think about Los Angeles. However, food trucks are another iconic part of LA’s culture that help make the city one-of-a-kind. The LA food scene is largely driven (literally) by mobile vendors that offer everything from traditional street food […]
March 24, 2023
Cool Down Your Summer With These 5 Ice Cream Trucks in LA
As the summer heat rolls in, there’s nothing like ice cream to cool you down. That’s why from June to September, you can find ice cream trucks parked all over Los Angeles— from Santa Monica beaches all the way to Downtown LA and West Hollywood, there’s no shortage of cold, sweet, refreshing treats for Los […]
March 20, 2023
How To Prepare Your Food Truck For The Summertime Demand
As summer approaches, food trucks are getting ready for the busiest season of the year. With warmer weather, outdoor festivals, and increased foot traffic, food trucks can expect to see a surge in demand. To make the most of this busy time, food truck owners should prepare accordingly. In this blog post, we’ll discuss step-by-step […]
March 16, 2023
LA’s Top Spring And Summer Food Events You Must Visit in 2023
FIRST FRIDAY ON ABBOT KINNEY Every first Friday of the month, LA foodies are invited to kick off their weekend with dozens of A-list food trucks! From tacos and BBQ to Thai gelato and hibachi, local street vendors of all different cultures and backgrounds gather on Abbot Kinney Blvd to provide a dynamic food experience, […]
March 10, 2023
Pay It Forward With Food Trucks: Hospital Catering For Healthcare Worker Appreciation
When it comes to showing healthcare workers appreciation, you can never go wrong with free food. If you’re looking to treat nurses, doctors, and other hospital staff members with a unique dining experience, then you should definitely book food trucks to get the job done right. Food truck catering is a delicious, affordable, and dynamic […]
March 06, 2023
Spring Has Sprung: The Ultimate Guide To Food Truck Catering Your Outdoor Event
LA is known for its amazing weather year-round, but when spring rolls around, people are especially excited to enjoy the sunshine: April through June is a time for weddings, corporate events, and other exciting bashes in the great outdoors. If you’re in the midst of planning your own outdoor event, you may be wondering, what’s […]
February 25, 2023
LA’s 12 Best Dessert Trucks In 2023
The Los Angeles Food Truck Association offers a range of cuisines, from American and Italian to Asian Fusion and Comfort Food. Among all of our amazing members, we also represent 12 of the absolute best dessert trucks in LA. Find out what they are below! 1. MY DELIGHT CUPCAKERY Opened by mother-daughter duo Melinda and […]
February 13, 2023
Los Angeles’s Best Women-Owned Food Trucks To Support During Women’s History Month
Looking for local women-owned food trucks to support during Women’s History Month? Here are four amazing options right in Los Angeles! MY DELIGHT CUPCAKERY Opened by mother-daughter duo Melinda and Naomi Martinez, My Delight Cupcakery is famous for its handcrafted edible works of art made from the highest quality ingredients. This women-owned business is an absolute […]