#main street food truck festival

[getoutofthisplace]

Dear Gus & Magnus,

I volunteered at the Main Street Food Truck festival this afternoon by working in the beer tent. My friend Becky chaired the event this year. I've been overwhelmed and in a bit of a funk lately, but I've always enjoyed the food service industry because every interaction is a fresh start. Mayor Frank Scott, Jr. stopped by to thank us for volunteering. The proceeds from the event all go toward public art projects in downtown Little Rock. The experience was exactly what I needed, even though I didn't know that. I left without the rain cloud that has been following me around lately.

Afterward, I met you all at Yiayia's house and brought some dumplings from the Alaskan Dumpling Company food truck, which I've been wanting to visit for a while. Unfortunately, none of us really liked the dumplings. Still, I'm glad to check it off my list.

Dad.

Little Rock, Arkansas. 9.17.2023 - 4.45pm.

[incorrectbatfam]

The batkids (and their partners/crushes/friends) with pride month hcs?

Tim: Lady. Gentleman. Bart. You are about to meet my boyfriend. Now remember, he doesn't know I'm Robin, so you need to act like human people. Can you do that?

Kon, Cassie, and Bart: Yes sir!

Bernard, entering: Hey, it's nice to meet you guys. I'm so glad we're going to Pride together.

Cassie: *lasso immediately falls out of her bag*

Kon: *lasers the ground at Bernard's feet*

Bart: Hi, I'm Impulse.

Tim: *facepalm*

Bart: What? We didn't give away YOUR identity.

———————

Steph, running a food truck: Pride snacks! Get your Pride snacks hot 'n ready! Get two-for-one on the bi-rria tacos!

Margie: I bet you don't have anything for straight pride. You know, the rest of us normal people.

Steph: Yo Cass, one cishet sizzler!

Cass: *throws coffee in Margie's face*

Steph: That'll be $19.99.

Steph: *turns the screen around for tips*

———————

Selina: *wears a shirt saying Free Mom Hugs*

Bruce: *wears a shirt saying Inclusive Dad Jokes*

Alfred: *wears a shirt saying Weird Grandpa Stories*

Kate: *wears a shirt saying I'm Just Gonna Tell You To Dump Them*

———————

Harper: Since this is your first Pride, we're gonna show you the ropes.

Duke: Thanks, I appreciate it.

Harper: Over there we have the Batgirls food truck. Over there is Cullen's evil mafia boyfriend selling Uno cards. And over there is the Justice League in Justice League themed drag.

Cullen: And over there is the porta potty.

Duke: Only one?

Cullen: We ran over budget. But it's gender-neutral.

———————

Renee: Kate's busy telling people to dump their partners. Mind if I hang out here?

Harley: Not a problem! Want a bi-rria taco?

Renee: Nah, but I'll take the les-beans if you don't want them.

Ivy: We were just about to start a game of Gay Uno.

Renee: Gay Uno?

Harley: It's like regular Uno except when you put down a +4 you have to kiss.

Renee: Deal me in.

———————

Jason: You take the Main Street entrance. I'll cover Atlantic up to Washington. Rendezvous here in an hour.

Roy: And then we make out?

Jason, sighing: Sure.

Roy: Sloppy style?

Jason: This is a PG-13 post, Roy.

———————

Dick: Of course I make people question their sexuality with a face like this.

Wally: Sure, your face...

Wally: *glances down*

Donna: You guys are exhausting. I'm joining Roy on patrol.

———————

Barbara: Welcome to the annual conference of Sapphics Who Used To Date Dick Grayson. Helena, what's the first item on our agenda?

Helena: Discussing forming a polycule over dinner.

Bette: I already made a reservation.

Kory: I call braiding everyone's hair.

———————

Luke: Thanks for giving me a hand with the fireworks.

Carrie: Of course. By the way, I have something to tell you. You're the first person I've told.

Luke: I accept you.

Carrie: Thanks, but I was actually gonna say that I scratched your car in the parking lot.

Luke: WHAT?!

Carrie: Also I go by she/they.

———————

Lois: How on Earth did you burn your cape at a Pride festival?

Jon: Well...

[earlier]

Damian and Jon: *watching the fireworks*

Damian: I like that flower one.

Jon: *shoots into the sky to grab it*

Damian: *facepalm*

Tim, sitting nearby: You and me both.

[alex51324]

Hamburger Festival Report!

There's a pretty standard template for American town festivals: You block off a few streets (unless there's a park or something that makes sense to use instead), and rent spaces for people/organizations/businesses to set up booths. There'll be a stage or two with free entertainment--usually musicians, but there can be dance troupes, magicians, etc. in the mix. There may be some activities or contests tied into the festival theme, but the main events are a) eating, and b) wandering around looking at booths.

Sometimes this type of festival will have a carnival or midway attached to it, with rides and games, but these are not a required element of the standard American town festival. This one had a rock-climbing wall and a mechanical bull, interspersed with the typical booths, but that's it.

These festivals do not have to have a theme--where I grew up, it was just the TownName Street Fair--but a lot of them do. Food is the most common type of theme: you get Apple Festivals, Seafood Festivals, Tomato Festivals, Maple Syrup Festivals, all sorts. Something to do with local history and heritage is also common, like Old Time TownName Days. The amount of emphasis placed on the theme varies.

Since hamburgers are already a typical food to sell at festivals, they were very heavily represented at Hamburger Festival! The festival guide listed over forty different hamburger stands. I went around and took pictures of the menus for the ones that looked good, before deciding what to buy.

@griseldagimpel I think these two are probably the most innovative ones I saw!

There were some professional food trucks:

That second one had some interesting-looking options, too.

Here's another menu with some interesting options; this was one of a handful of stands offering a vegetarian burger option. (That Elvis one looks pretty innovative, too.)

There were a few stands offering the hamburger-with-a-crabcake-on-top, which sounded interesting, too.

Or if you just want a classic hamburger at a reasonable price, you could go with the stand run by the Boy Scouts:

Their burgers started at $5, and smelled pretty good!

Alcohol availability at town festivals varies regionally; in some parts of the US, it's considered inappropriate for alcohol (even beer) to be sold or consumed at events attended by families with children. Pennsylvania (where I live, and where Hamburg, PA is) used to be one of these, but our alcohol laws have been relaxing quite a bit over the last 10-15 years or so. As a result, Hamburger Festival does have beer and wine vendors.

However, they are limited to a fenced-off portion of the festival area, and if you buy a cup of beer you have to stay inside the fence to drink it. (Some of the vendors also offered discreetly-packaged bottles and cans to take home, but you are not allowed to open them on the premises.)

Of course, all of the food vendors are outside of the fence, so if you want to have a beer and a hamburger simultaneously, you have to buy the burger first, and take it into the Designated Beer Area.

This I did; I went with the Brie and Apricot Jam one, and a cranberry-ginger hard cider. (My other top choice for the burger was the Heavenly Hog one, with the apple slaw.) Both were excellent!

Band playing in the Beer Area:

They also wisely placed the Great PortaPotty Cluster adjacent to the Beer Area:

Back outside of the Sin Zone, vendors include classic fair food:

And church bake sales:

Nonfood vendors include crafters/artisans, like this metalworker:

The Starship Enterprise was like $500, so I didn't buy it.

There are also crafters selling items with, uh, lower production values, and lower price points. There were a couple of booths selling 3-D printed fidget toys. I considered this polar bear, because it almost looks like Autism Creature:

But in the end I went with something else, which I will share a little later.

They also this, a version of the betta-in-a-cup that won't make @kaxen mad:

Pictured: The only kind of fish you should keep in such a tiny container!

Also represented were various kinds of MLM schlock:

Like this CutCo Knives stand; there was also a Pampered Chef one, several of the jewelry ones, and the one that does dip mixes and stuff; it isn't Taste of Home (that's a magazine), but it's something like that.

I did buy some seasoning mixes, but I got them from this decidedly more amateurish-looking (and cheaper) place, which also sold soap.

Another performance space; this one had a bluegrass trio that was actually pretty good.

Here a child had a stand selling 3D printed gizmos:

Where I obtained this treasure:

Her mother, it developed, had been highly skeptical that anyone would want to buy these, but I assured her that it was brilliant, and my favorite purchase of the day.

I also got take-home cider, the aforementioned spices and soap, some tea, and alpaca-fiber insoles. (My feet were sore, by that point.)

Another interesting thing, which I did not take any pictures of, is the evidence of widely-varying attitudes toward the festival, by the people who actually live on the streets where it takes place. The people behind the stand where I bought my brie-and-apricot burger had festooned their knee-high garden wall with wire and signs saying DO NOT SIT ON WALL, because, I guess, that harms them in some way, if someone does that. Other residents were having porch-parties to watch the festival, or were manning coolers of sodas and bottled water, usually for a dollar apiece (with this competition, most of the official vendors were also selling water and sodas for a dollar, but I bought from one of the porches anyway).

Anyway, to sum up, it was kind of neat; I don't necessarily have a burning desire to go again (although I would like to try that burger with the apple slaw), but I'd also be willing to go again. I spent way too much money on crap, but it's no fun going to something like that and not buying stuff.

[the-garbanzo-annex-jr]

by Colin Shindler

Twenty years ago, Pyongyang supervised the construction of Hezbollah’s underground facilities in a labyrinth of tunnels. This allowed for the storage of food and medical equipment – and missile and arms dumps. North Korean guidance was based on its extensive technological expertise in tunnelling below the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) between the two Koreas.

During Israel’s 33-day incursion into Lebanon in 2006, the IDF could not understand how the firing of Hezbollah’s missiles could continue unabated, without cessation. The constant cascade of Katyushas essentially forced a depopulation of northern Israel - 43 Israelis were killed and more than 4,000 were injured. The Arab media produced an explanation shortly afterwards.

With the assistance of several Iranian engineers and technicians, as well as North Korean experts, who travelled to Lebanon disguised as servants for the Iranian embassy and its officers, Hezbollah has successfully built a 25km-long underground belt, with 12-metre openings along it. Every four openings are connected to one another through an easily accessible passageway. (Asharq Ali-Awsat July 29, 2006)

North Korea continued to deliver arms to Hezbollah after its perceived success in the Lebanon war.  A ship named Grigorio 1 was detained in Cyprus and found to be carrying arms, bound for Syria and probably for delivery to Hezbollah. The 18 truck-mounted mobile radar systems were officially listed as “weather observation equipment”. A UN report in 2010 suggested that North Korea had become remarkably adept at masking its intentions and operated through “multiple layers of intermediaries”. In 2021, the Alma Research Center in Israel revealed that a larger tunnel in southern Lebanon, 45 km in length, had been discovered. It had been completed with the assistance of KOMID, a North Korean front company, at a cost of US$13 million. Alma’s report detailed underground command centres, field clinics and camouflaged vertical shafts to fire missiles from underground.

It allowed the movement of Hezbollah forces from one zone of conflict to another, as well as the quick transportation of surface-to-surface missiles to underground firing sites.

Hezbollah had long ago established front companies such as Jihad Construction and the Mustafa Commercial and Contracting Company. They were ostensibly there for the benefit of the Shi’ite community – but in reality it was to build a sophisticated network of tunnels.

According to Tal Beeri, the director of Alma’s Research Department, much of the information about Hezbollah’s network of tunnels was discoverable as open-source intelligence. (This included a 2007 video in which Imad Mughniyeh, the then Hezbollah second-in-command, was seen inside an attack tunnel. Mughniyeh, who had been charged in Argentina for the attack on the Israeli Embassy in Buenos Aires in 1992, was killed by a car bomb in Damascus in 2008.)

According to the IDF, Hezbollah planned to enter a tunnel on the Lebanese side of the border and emerge near Metula on the Israeli side and replicate October 7.

There were different types of tunnels, designed for different purposes including those which were specifically boobytrapped to kill Israeli soldiers in a repeat of the Hamas attack in 2023. Unlike Palestinian nationalists, Palestinian Islamists have never wished to compromise with Israel over a shared land. The killings at the Nova festival were not an exception to the rule but the rule itself. Nasrallah and his minions in Hezbollah would have gladly repeated the mass murder.

According to the IDF, the highly mobile Hezbollah Radwan force – named after Mughniyeh (al-Hajj Radwan) – had planned to enter the tunnel via a shaft in the main street of Kafr Kila on the Lebanese side of the border and emerge near Metula on the Israeli side. On motorbikes, they would have proceeded to replicate the events of October 7 but this time in Metula.

Hamas, too, acquired the expertise of tunnel construction and warfare. Reports in the media have suggested that some tunnels found in Gaza were wide enough for vehicles to drive through.

This may explain why Israeli spotters noticed little before October 7. Hamas forces could be transported underground in tunnels to then suddenly appear just a few metres away from the border with Israel.

[wilmingtoncrp]

Join us for Wilmington's vibrant Pride Festival, taking place in midtown from Saturday, June 22nd to Sunday, June 23rd. This colorful weekend will showcase our community's diversity and inclusivity while highlighting some of Wilmington's beloved local businesses.

Saturday, June 22nd:

The festivities kick off at 10 AM with a parade starting at Nash's Supermarket and proceeding down the main street. Floats, performers, and community groups will fill the streets with music, dance, and rainbow flags.

After the parade, head to Lincoln Park for the Pride Festival. Local vendors and food trucks will line the park, offering a variety of cuisines and merchandise. Don't miss the live performances on the main stage, featuring local musicians and drag performers.

As dusk appears, join us at Soundwave for the official Pride After-Party. Dance the night away to pulsing beats and enjoy specially crafted rainbow cocktails.

Sunday, June 23rd:

Start your day with a refreshing Pride Yoga session at Fit & Toned, open to all skill levels. 

Then, fuel up with a rainbow-themed coffee at The Cozy Cup, featuring colorful lattes and pastries.

For the music lovers, visit Vintage Records for a special Pride vinyl showcase, celebrating LGBTQ+ musicians through the decades.

Cinema will be hosting a Pride Film Festival, showcasing a selection of LGBTQ+ themed movies throughout the day.

As the weekend winds down, head on to Bella & Jenny's for a Pride Ice Cream Social, featuring special rainbow flavors and sundaes.

Throughout Pride Month, local businesses are showing their support with special offerings:

TRIC will be hosting a Pride Drag Weekend, where a plethora of drag queens will be performing and working the crowds. Attendees are encouraged to present their best amateur drag 

Handmade pride t shirts/socks/bandanas will be given to anyone who stops by Enchanted Gowns and donates toward the LGBTQ+ community.

Pearce Callahan will be offering free 30 minute therapy sessions to anyone in the LGBTQ+ community from 8AM-5PM, and will donate what he would’ve made to support the suicide prevention in the LGBTQ+ community

Sinful Ink will be doing a Pride Special on tattoos and piercings from 1pm - 6pm. Half off on any piercings or pride related tattoos. Special deals for a combo available. Must be 18 or older, and have ID on hand. 

Nirvana will host a Sapphic Saturday for Pride Weekend. It is a women only event and the first drink is free. The entire Pride Weekend at Nirvana will feature famous LGBTQ+ DJs spinning on each floor of the nightclub and a brand new specialty drink menu to support the rainbow.

Midtown Fire Station 2024 calendar sales throughout the month will be sent toward local LGBTQ+ organizations + station will be offering a choice of either Fire Station Pride tee or photo op with any of our firemen and firewomen for any donation made at the station (that will also be reverted toward local LGBTQ+ organizations) (edited)

Being one of the few athletes that's been out of the closet for over a decade, Amos de Leon will be hosting a very fun-filled Beach Tennis tournament by the name BIllie Jean King's Open (named after the very first pro-tennis female player who was outed in 1981). Everyone is encouraged to join the fun as it's an amateur tourney. All proceeds from tickets, player fees and merch will go to LGBTQ+ organizations and charities.

For every purchase made at Finishing Touches during Pride Month, a portion will be donated to local LGBTQ+ charities.

Drinks at Soundwave will be half off during Pride Month.

Come celebrate love, diversity, and pride in the heart of Wilmington!

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[chaletnz]

Climbing El Peñol de Guatapé

For the 700 stair climb, I wanted to arrive early and be among the first to climb up before all the tour buses started arriving from Medellín and bring hundreds of people to crowd the stairs. I woke up at 6:30 and got ready with my ankle brace. I tried to order an Uber about 5 times but no drivers were accepting the ride even when I added more money to the fare. It was 7:15am when I started placing my Uber orders and by 8:15am I still had nothing. Defeated, I walked down to the Guatapé bus terminal and hoped to get on a bus heading that way, and luckily a collectivo truck similar to the ones I’d ridden in Chiang Mai was heading that way so I jumped in the back. 3000 pesos later I was dropped off at a gas station at the base of the hill faced with either a climb up some stairs and then up a hill, or taking an expensive tuk tuk to the top. Since it was not that hot, I opted to walk and it was a nice scenic walk to warm up for the real climb. I sat to eat my pastry and have a short rest before buying my ticket and beginning the climb. There were only a handful of people climbing at the same time as me so the timing of my visit was perfect to avoid the masses. It wasn’t too difficult either, my ankle behaved and there were nice viewpoints and stops on the way up to take in the scenery, catch my breath, and enjoy a cool breeze. At the top I had a treat of a little tub of coconut arequipe ice cream and seat in the shade to rest. There were some convenient souvenir shops too with much cheaper prices than in Medellín or Guatapé funnily enough so I got a few little things before the walk back down the staircases. The descent took much longer than the ascent and was more painful, especially after resting which is usually the way it goes. The stairs were placed uneven heights and distances, and the handrail was there only 80% of the time to help me but I made it! At the base I wanted to take some photos of the Guatapé signs around the place but found they were all being guarded by aggressive restaurant hosts who demand a purchase to take a photo. Tourist trap! I wasn’t sure how to get back to the main town of Guatapé so I figured I’d have to walk back down to that gas station and try to flag down a passing bus but luckily at the bottom one of the motochiva drivers offered me a ride for 12,000 pesos which was about the price of the Uber estimates in the morning so I accepted gladly. He dropped me off near the Parque Principal de Guatapé where there was a line of waiting motochivas ready to drive to the rock and back probably. I walked around the Calle del Recuerdo and Plazoleta de los Zócalos before stopping at Café La Vina for my lunch of a caramel frappe and smoothie bowl that was probably the best of the trip so far. After sitting for a longer time I realised that I really needed to rest my ankle after all the climbing so I headed back to the room to lie down for a few hours. Once I was feeling better I walked up the road to a viewpoint for a quick look then walked into the town centre again which was in full festive swing with a market going on, music, and street food stalls. I grabbed some more baked goods from Panadería Orquipan as well as a couple of filled buñeulos, picked up a limon coco drink and went back to the hotel for Netflix. Definitely misread the amount of calories on the drink but I had earned it!

[blueharborhq]

BLUE HARBOR'S 44TH ANNUAL PRIDE EVENT.

Blue Harbor Pride presents a wide array of activities to celebrate Pride, including its infamous Parade, where all roads will lead to a festival full of fantastic fun! From live bands performing on our Rally Stage, bar space, street food and other local vendors, the town will not just be blue for the day, but an array of bright colors that provides a safe, positive place for all of us to sing, dance, party and celebrate who we are!

IC DETAILS.

LOCATION: Cardinal Hill, Blue Harbor.

DATE: June 23rd, 2024.

PARADE TIME: 11am - 12pm.

FESTIVAL TIME: 12pm - 7pm. Celebrations and special sales continue into the evening in nearby bars & restaurants.

RALLY STAGE TIME: 3pm - 10pm.

The parade begins at Blue Harbor City Hall heading south on Central Row. It makes a left on Bishop Street towards the river, then left on Finch Street. It continues north on Carmine Way to Nightingale Avenue, where it turns right and ends at the festival grounds. The parade features floats from local businesses such as Aurora, Tres Amigos, and Happy Tails, marching bands and enthusiastic Blue Harbor residents.

Following the parade's conclusion, make your way over to the festival grounds where multiple community groups distribute a wide variety of information, including job opportunities, housing options, disease prevention and screening, legal rights and services, etc. Inside there will also be local vendors selling pride-themed product where a portion of the profit goes directly towards said community groups! Admission is $10, cash only.

An admission wristband also grants you access to our Rally Stage, where you can catch live performances of all sorts thanks to the sponsorship and help of 104.5 Harbor FM and eager station employees!

If you get hungry, there is also a food court located within the festival grounds, featuring trucks from Blue Harbor favorites.

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FLOATS / VENDORS / LIVE MUSIC ↓

AURORA — The dance-club not only has its own float this year, but will be hosting a Silent Disco at the festival, ongoing from 2pm - closing! Entry included with festival admission, 18+ (special wristbands for 21+ given)

BLUE HARBOR COMMUNITY HOSPITAL — Raising awareness to have as an equally safe time as a good time, various volunteers will be offering free advice, STI/STD tests, and contraception for all those interested!

BRIGHT SPARKS — The community hub will have its own stall, providing an area for the younger folk celebrating to participate in arts and crafts sessions, and give people a safe space to enjoy the festivities with friends and family alike!

CHILLED CREAMERY — Various ice creams including their limited edition Pride flavors will be on offer at their stall during the festival, and keep an eye out for freebies that may be thrown out from their parade float!

HAPPY TAILS — A float featuring all beloved furry friends, the pet shop will also have a stall up at the festival to give guests a chance to paw-lunteer, as well as the opportunity to purchase limited-edition Pride merchandise for their own pets!

THE LABYRINTH — The artisanal cocktail bar will be providing specially themed cocktails at the festival! All proceeds will be going to the various community groups being supported by this year's festival.

LATTE LOVE — Need a little pick me up? Be sure to stop by Latte Love's pop up stall to enjoy a limited edition Rainbow Frap, with a portion of the proceeds being donated directly to Bright Sparks!

MIC DROP! — Sing it loud and sing it proud with Mic Drop!'s sing-a-long parade float, belting out the best pop bangers that have shaped our community. Want to keep the party going? Keep an eye out for their car-aoke van in Cardinal Hill throughout the day!

THRIFT HAVEN — Providing various outfits perfect for Pride, the thrift store will have a booth set up for you to add color to your wardrobe! All proceeds will be going to charity.

TRES AMIGOS — One of the most beloved vendors in the city, Tres Amigos will be proving street-food classics, including tacos, tamales and, if you fancy something sweet, churros!

CHARACTER PORTRAITS — Bringing architectural precision to the delicate art of portraiture, renowned architect and Blue Harbor University lecturer Terry Lowenstein will be offering 10-minute live sketch portrait sessions at Blue Harbor's Pride Event. Their booth will be open from 3 to 6 pm, and all donations (recommended in the range of $15–$20) will go towards supporting Blue Harbor's community groups in need.

LIVE MUSIC

The following performers featured on the Rally Stage throughout the day will be:

DANCING QUEEN: AN ABBA SALUTE — takes the stage from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.

AQUA — takes the stage from 4:30pm to 5:30pm.

DANTE KIDD — takes the stage from 6:00pm to 7:00pm.

DRAG SHOWCASE FT. CLARE VOYANT, APRIL SHOWERS, ROSÉ BLUSH AND OTHER PERFORMERS OF AURORA — takes the stage from 7:30pm to 8:30pm.

OPHELIA DANIELS DJ SET— takes the stage from 9:00pm to 10:00pm.

[bearcreekhq]

BEARCREEK'S ANNUAL FOUNDERS DAY EVENT 2.0

WHAT: Celebration of when the town was founded WHEN: 10am - 4pm WHERE: Main Street, Hummel Tires & Lube

Come join us for the annual Bearcreek Founders Day, celebrating the town as well as your local community and small businesses! The entirety of Main Street will be shut down as vendors of all kinds (crafts, food, drinks) will be set up all along it for the festivities, as well as a few food trucks. There will also be live music throughout the day, a few booths set up for games, and a car show at Hummel Tires & Lube. Plenty of entertainment to enjoy and support your small town!

Games & Activities:

face painting

bounce house

petting zoo & pony rides from Sunset Ridge Ranch

cornhole

balloon darts

ring toss

raffle baskets

live music (local artists)

Booths, Vendors, etc hosted by characters:

Bearcreek Community Theater's K-12 Summer Program - Teddy Rhodes

Wags 2 Riches Animal Shelter - Owen Chang

The Confection Connection Cafe & Dessert Bakery - Daria Rutherford

'Sip 'N Time Cafe & Bookstore - Delilah James

Seth Beiste Photography

Modern Vintage Boutique - Tina Cohen-Chang

The Big Cheese (food truck) - River Jackson

Sunset Ridge Ranch - Jasmine Baudelaire

If anyone else has a booth they want their character to be running, you can still let us know and we'll add it to the list!

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[lunarsilkscreen]

Yukihira Soma - Food Wars

Soma was able to beat Mimasaka because he was used to competing in a way the other students were not.

No wait ... Perhaps I should start later in the series...

During their first "Summer Festival" event, Soma and Megumin set-up the equivalent of Taco Truck outside the third seat's establishment, where the other better students have restaurants and the inexperienced students have a Food Stall.

Soma is somewhere in-between.

<aside>The student council is composed of the top ten students in the school. Each "Seat" is their ranking. They help the academy make business decisions and perform examinations, as well as other day to day stuff.

They may even be expected to return to the school after graduation to consult or perform temporary examinations. And in return; the school sends students to work for them as interns in their businesses after.</aside>

Yukihira knows too much to get anything from the main street, and he knows if he wants to be competitive, he needs to use the business acumen he grew accustomed to while working for his father along a busy street doing exactly this.

This isn't his first rodeo.

It's here we, as an audience, are explicitly told how the other students see Soma "The transfer student who found a way to cheat the entrance exam" as... Nothing more than a fry cook; of which there are hundreds that work for the 3rd seat at the full-sized restaurant Soma sets-up shop outside of. Much *much* bigger even than his family store.

And despite that it looks like Soma is about to fail; he does not. Why?

Mimasaka and Soma are not much different. They're both outsiders who had to learn the ropes from copying others, and watching what sells and what doesn't sell, and what is competitive And what isn't.

They're both masters of reverse engineering food recipes, following recipes like your average line-cook, AND improvisation.

When asking Nakiri about his chili in his competition against Mimasaka; Erina tells him: "you don't understand a single thing about the upcoming challenge". And this information gave two hints to Soma. The first is the entrance of the path Yukihira needed to beat Mimasaka. But the second was; because Mimasaka is *too* focused on doing what the other person is doing *but better*. He can't proceed past that point.

Yukihira did, not because of what Erinha said; but because he was finding the line where Mimasaka would stop. That statement, to Soma, wasn't an insult, or instruction. But a piece of information as to how the other students saw him.

And this is where he knew Mimasaka 's line was.

Mimasaka was a master at collecting recipes, knowing exactly what the mainstream, and off-mainstream chefs were doing. But he didn't look past that. He didn't go to the "indie producer" equivalent of the Head Chef is. He couldn't even see past that.

And that existence is Yukihira Soma's home turf. Yukihira isn't afraid to put peanut butter on his own [squid] just to see what it tastes like.

And we can see as the audience; exactly what Soma is struggling with. Not furthering himself; but keeping his thoughts secret while simultaneously working diligently on them.

Later Soma returns home and uses this skill to outperform the ninth seat without even knowing he did so. Basically by doing the equivalent of making a better chicken than you can get at [Popeyes] and then outselling [Chik Filet].

This is because he's used to that main street competition. Having to outsell your fellow food hawkers, by seeing what they're doing, learning from them, and then pivoting in order to stay competitive and relevant (And profitable.) Skills he learned from his father.

He also shows an unparalleled understanding of his customers, and has a tendency to see EVERY person as *his* customer. The ability to discern what *his* customers are craving for is also an uncanny ability that isn't seen in the other students who see him as a low level chef.

Like in [Yahtzee!] The better chef seems stuck in a world competing against themselves in order to win; Yukihira is playing [4D Yahtzee!] Where he's able to take other people's good rolls for his own, and minimize his own downsides while playing.

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wu assassins (2019) could have been so good without wu assassins. set in the mean streets of chinatown, a down-on-his-luck chef tries his best to save up enough money to live a simple dream of selling food out of his food truck at music festivals. his secret past and connections to the triad thwart him at every turn. most of his friends are entangled in criminal affairs; some are trying their best to stay afloat on the straight and narrow, some are leaning into the underworld and thriving. he’s estranged from his sadistically murderous obviously-not-really-his-uncle uncle, who seems to only want to help him. also a gang war is brewing between the triad and the irish newcomers and the police recruit a kickass, carjacking vice detective to worm her way into the ranks to stop a potential bloodbath.

and then they bring out the fucking magic rock. the kung-fu chef becomes the wu assassin and now holds the power of a thousand monks and has to kill the five mystical warlords who wield the powers of water, earth, fire, wood, and metal. the intricate storylines and mysteries don’t matter anymore, he just has to kill these five guys (gender neutral).

also the main character is a legitimate stuntman, fight choreographer, and martial artist. what are they doing with these shaky cam, fast cut shots??

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🌟 Discover the Flavors of Vietnam on Wheels! 🚚 🚚 18FT. Bánh Mì Vietnamese Sandwiches | Custom Food Truck by United Food Truck

Welcome to the world of Bánh Mì Vietnamese Sandwiches, where culinary artistry meets mobility! Our 18-foot custom food truck, masterfully crafted by United Food Truck, brings the essence of Vietnamese cuisine to your doorstep. Indulge in Vietnamese Delights: Our food truck is your passport to a mouthwatering journey through the vibrant flavors of Vietnam. From delectable Bánh Mì sandwiches to savory noodle dishes and refreshing beverages, our menu is a fusion of tradition and innovation, designed to satisfy your taste buds.

Bringing the Bánh Mì Experience to You: Whether it's a local event, office gathering, or food festival, we're here to make your culinary dreams a reality. Our food truck is equipped to serve your guests with efficiency and flair, ensuring that every bite is an adventure. Book Your Bánh Mì Adventure: Ready to embark on a Vietnamese culinary adventure? Contact us today to book the 18FT. Bánh Mì Vietnamese Sandwiches Custom Food Truck by United Food Truck for your next event.

Let's create unforgettable moments together! 🍲🥪🍹🚚 📞

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📍 Portland, Maine Join us in celebrating the flavors of Vietnam, and let Bánh Mì Vietnamese Sandwiches take your taste buds on a journey! 🇻🇳🥖🚚🎉

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Arlington, Texas -The 7th Annual, 2023 West Main Arts Festival (Free Event) will create a 3 block street scene featuring 70 art/vendor booths,10 food trucks, 25 local bands, street performers, Pickleball court (pro exhibition & open play) kid's art creation station & bounce houses, The Arlington Public Library's Imagination Station will be in full swing including giant chess and massive Connect 4 in the Gene Allen Pocket Park. Kid's Art Creation Station will also be open for kids at Catalyst Creative This 3 block stretch of West Main (100-300) and the Cultural District includes the Arlington Museum of Art, Dance Theater Arlington, Dance Theater Arlington, Arlington Public Library, Catalyst Creative and the Create Arlington Studios and Gallery. ALL WILL BE OPEN FOR THE FESTIVAL. Local music fans will be in heaven. The #WMAF2023 features 3 stages and 25 local bands along with buskers playing along West Main. Bring your lawn chairs to relax and listen to the music. This is a family friendly even and pets are welcome! Live entertainment will also be presented in Theatre Arlington This festival was created 8 years ago by Arlington residents to support artists, musicians, start-ups and local businesses in the Arlington area. We need the support of our community now more than ever to rebuild our creative space in Arlington. Beer and wine garden provided by Candlelite Inn. For full band/performer line-up, artist/food truck listings, go to: https://www.createarlington.com/west-main-arts-festival Our vision is an engaged and diverse community where passionate people love to Live. Work. Create. #WMAF #ARLTX #ArlingtonProud #wmaf2023 (at West Main Arts Festival) https://www.instagram.com/p/CrEnyk7uGMB/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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WINTER WONDERLAND MARKET EXTRAVAGANZA 

Welcome to Bridgeport’s Winter Wonderland Market Extravaganza! At select times during the night, SNOAP will fall from the roofs on Main Street, giving the illusion that it’s really snowing! Food trucks and local entertainment will be set up around the court square. Big Al’s drive-in will be showing holiday assorted holiday classics. Free small popcorn and drink included!

All proceeds from the festivals admission will go towards Bridgeport’s toy drive in partnership with I & K Construction to ensure every child gets a toy this year!

Activities include:

Winter Market- Located on the south side of main-street. Local vendors sell handmade crafts and homemade jams & baked goods. Perfect place to find a unique one of a kind gift for that special someone.

Gingerbread house decorating- located inside the basement of city hall.

Snowy carriage rides- Share a fun filled journey with friends or a romantic moment with a special some one through the historic homes district. 

Holiday parade- filled with floats from local businesses representing their holiday cultures and customs! ( Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas ect ) Bring your children for holiday cheer!

Ice skating rink- located across from RICCI & CO finances.

Holiday town locomotive- take a train ride around the square! There’s free cookies and cocoa at the end!

Park Walkthrough- Check out the different light displays at the park that local business have procured. 

Cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus and elves- located next to Santa’s workshop on the quad.

Pictures with festive characters- Shmelf the Hanukkah Elf, the grinch! And more! - located next to the Courier office

Carols by candlelight- singing assorted holiday carols outside of the courthouse. 

Tour Santa’s work shop- write him a letter and pet and feed a real life Reindeer, courtesy of Rhodes Family Farms. 

Stage Performances: Local talent will be putting on small performances, Turning Pointe will be putting on a few variations from The Nutcracker.

Submission Contest

Festive holiday light decoration contest- Judged by long time winner Leanne Rhodes! (Send a photo of your characters front lawn all decorated  to represent their holiday traditions! Stop is the Rhodes house walk through, a must see this time of year!)

OOC INFO:

Please feel free to say your character has entered the parade or has a booth at the Christmas market, works the food trucks or is volunteering for the rides, tours, etc. we love story building and participation here! 

Event start Dec 1 and goes through Jan 7. 

These are optional and are running as background activities. 

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Why Choose Custom Food Trucks In Melbourne For A Unique And Memorable Food Business?

Starting a food business can be one of the most exciting and rewarding ventures, and in Melbourne, where food culture thrives, standing out in a competitive market is essential. Custom food trucks in Melbourne provide an innovative way to bring your culinary vision to life while offering mobility, flexibility, and a unique experience for your customers. Whether you're a chef, caterer, or aspiring food entrepreneur, a custom food truck can be the perfect solution to creating a memorable and successful food business. In this article, we’ll explore why choosing a custom food truck can elevate your food business and how it can contribute to a unique customer experience that stands out in Melbourne’s vibrant food scene.

What Are the Benefits of Custom Food Trucks in Melbourne?

Custom food trucks offer several advantages over traditional brick-and-mortar restaurants, especially for entrepreneurs looking to establish a unique and flexible food business. Here’s why a custom food truck can be the perfect solution:

Mobility and Flexibility: One of the main advantages of a custom food truck is its ability to move. You can take your food business to various locations across Melbourne, from food festivals to corporate events, markets, and more. This allows you to target a broader audience, increase visibility, and connect with customers in high-traffic areas.

Lower Startup Costs: Compared to setting up a traditional restaurant, a food truck requires significantly less capital investment. The costs associated with leasing or buying property, interior decoration, and utility bills are eliminated when you choose to operate out of a custom food truck. This lower financial commitment allows you to focus on the food and customer experience.

Creative Freedom: A custom food truck allows you to bring your vision to life. From the layout of the truck to the kitchen equipment and exterior design, every detail can be tailored to match your brand identity. This creative freedom helps you design a food truck that stands out and communicates your business’s personality to potential customers.

Versatility: Custom food trucks can be adapted for various cuisines and purposes. Whether you're serving gourmet coffee, street food, or a full-course meal, your truck can be outfitted with the necessary kitchen equipment and features to deliver high-quality food efficiently.

Branding Opportunities: Your food truck is a moving billboard for your business. A custom-designed truck with eye-catching branding can increase your visibility in Melbourne, turning heads and attracting potential customers wherever you go. With vibrant graphics and a unique theme, your food truck can help establish a strong, memorable brand presence.

How Do Custom Food Trucks Enhance Customer Experience?

A custom food truck is not just about food; it's about creating an experience. When customers visit your food truck, they’re looking for more than just a meal—they want something unique. Here’s how custom food trucks enhance the overall customer experience:

Interactive and Engaging: Food trucks are inherently more interactive than traditional restaurants. Customers can often see their food being prepared, which adds an element of excitement and transparency. A custom food truck allows you to design the truck’s kitchen and layout to make it visually appealing and easy for customers to engage with the process.

Convenience and Accessibility: With the ability to move around Melbourne, your food truck brings convenience directly to your customers. Whether you’re at a local park, near a busy office district, or attending a food festival, customers can easily access your food, making it a convenient and attractive option for busy individuals looking for quality, quick meals.

Unique Atmosphere: A custom food truck creates a unique dining atmosphere that’s hard to replicate in a restaurant. From the vibrant design to the open kitchen concept, everything about a food truck exudes energy and creativity. This dynamic environment enhances the customer experience, making it more memorable and enjoyable.

Social Media Engagement: Food trucks are highly shareable on social media. The distinct look, fun interactions, and delicious food provide ample opportunities for customers to take photos and share their experiences online. This word-of-mouth marketing through platforms like Instagram and TikTok can help drive traffic to your truck and increase brand awareness.

By creating an engaging, accessible, and visually captivating experience, a custom food truck becomes an attraction in itself, drawing customers and building loyalty.

How Does a Custom Food Truck Improve Your Business Operations?

Apart from providing a unique customer experience, a custom food truck also offers operational benefits that can streamline your business:

Efficient Use of Space: Custom food trucks are designed with the goal of maximising space. A well-designed food truck can include all the necessary kitchen equipment and storage while keeping the area organised and easy to navigate. This efficiency improves your speed of service, allowing you to serve more customers in less time.

Reduced Overhead Costs: Operating a food truck means fewer overhead expenses than running a full-scale restaurant. You won’t have to worry about rent, high utility bills, or long-term property maintenance. With lower operational costs, you can focus on serving great food while enjoying greater profit margins.

Flexibility in Staffing: A smaller operation means you can scale your team size according to need. During peak hours or events, you can hire extra help, but you won’t be tied to a large, permanent staff like in a traditional restaurant. This flexibility helps you manage your workforce effectively and keep costs down.

Simple Expansion: If your food truck is successful, it’s easier to expand your business by adding more trucks or attending larger events. The mobility and scalability of food trucks give you the opportunity to test new markets and grow your business without committing to a large, permanent space.

The operational benefits of a custom food truck make it an efficient and cost-effective way to run a food business while maximising the potential for growth.

Why Choose Custom Food Trucks in Melbourne?

Melbourne’s food scene is diverse, dynamic, and highly competitive. Choosing a custom food truck allows you to stand out in this vibrant market for several reasons:

Local Demand for Mobile Food: Melburnians love their food trucks, with the city’s street food culture growing rapidly. Custom food trucks cater to the local demand for high-quality, on-the-go food experiences.

Tailored to Local Preferences: With a custom food truck, you can tailor your food offerings to suit Melbourne’s local taste preferences and food trends. Whether you’re serving Asian fusion, vegan options, or gourmet burgers, your truck can reflect Melbourne’s diverse culinary landscape.

Supportive Food Truck Community: Melbourne has a thriving food truck community, offering resources, festivals, and networking opportunities that can help you build your business. By choosing a custom food truck, you join a community of like-minded entrepreneurs, all passionate about bringing great food to the city.

By choosing a custom food truck in Melbourne, you’re not just investing in a vehicle but in a business opportunity that caters to a growing demand for mobile and unique food experiences.

Conclusion

Choosing a custom food truck in Melbourne provides you with the opportunity to create a memorable and unique food business that stands out in a crowded market. From the flexibility of mobility to the creative freedom of designing your truck to reflect your brand, a custom food truck offers both operational and marketing advantages. It allows you to serve quality food in a dynamic and engaging environment while keeping costs low and maximising your business's potential. If you’re ready to turn your food dreams into a reality, a custom food truck in Melbourne is the perfect way to launch your mobile food business and make a lasting impact on your customers.

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Fire Truck Food Truck hire Our street food trucks are based in the Yorkshire region, so are perfect for your festival, wedding or corporate event in the Yorkshire region. Range Of Street Food Options We have a huge range of catering options, which can be mixed and matched for your event. Fish Chips Curry French Crepe Carts For Hire Espresso Coffee Hire Hot Dog Cart For Hire Chinese Noodles Two burgers being held together Yorkshire Street Food Make your event one to remember with one of our quirky street food trucks, from a full sized US fire truck, to a vintage Citroen HY Van. HY Churros Time Van Fire Truck Food Truck Giddyup Go Vintage Horse Trailer Catering Our Little Blue Churros Box Citroen HY Van Catering Unit Corporate Food Van Hire For Yorkshire Whether you are looking for a treat for your staff, or a branded food truck for an exhibition, we can work with you to provide a custom package, including branding options and a custom menu of high quality tasty food. Festival Food Van Hire Yorkshire We provide catering option from a single van to multiple van and cart options. From a small family event with 50 people, to a major festival feeding thousands we can design and provide you with a comprehensive food package. Wedding And Party Food Truck Hire Yorkshire Do you fancy something different for you wedding breakfast. Street food trucks are the way to go. We can work with you to provide a fun catering option that looks as good as it tastes. From a main course to a dessert we have something your guests will love. CONTACT US FOR YOUR FOD TRUCK OPTIONS Email info@crazyandco.uk Tel: 07973429663 Whatsapp: 07973429663 Get in touch to discuss your options and ideas. Food Truck Hire Yorkshire. We offer a range of food trucks and carts in the Yorkshire region including Wakefield, Doncaster, York, Sheffield, Leeds, Bradford. With options including fish and chips, pizza, noodles, gourmet burgers, dirty fries, German sausage, churros, waffles, doughnuts and more. Read the full article

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Immerse Yourself in the Vibrant Energy of Roosevelt Row in Phoenix, AZ

In the heart of Phoenix, AZ lies Roosevelt Row, a district alive with artistic flair and cultural diversity. Known as RoRo, this neighborhood pulses with creativity, offering a dynamic blend of street art, independent galleries, and unique local businesses. As you wander through its vibrant streets, you’ll discover a thriving community that embraces innovation, making every visit an exciting and inspiring journey.

A Celebration of Artistic Expression

Roosevelt Row is a visual masterpiece, with towering murals and intricate street art adorning nearly every wall. These works tell powerful stories, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the area. Galleries throughout the district feature a wide range of artistic styles, from cutting-edge contemporary pieces to timeless traditional works. During the highly anticipated First Friday events, the district comes alive with live music, interactive exhibits, and the buzz of art enthusiasts exploring new creative horizons.

Savoring the Flavors of Roosevelt Row

Beyond its artistic appeal, Roosevelt Row is a culinary hotspot. The district is home to an eclectic mix of dining options, ranging from gourmet food trucks to chic restaurants. Here, you can indulge in everything from global fusion dishes to locally sourced, farm-to-table meals. Coffee shops and cocktail bars also play a starring role, offering the perfect spots to relax and soak in the district’s lively atmosphere. Every meal in RoRo feels like part of the cultural adventure.

Building Connections Through Community

Roosevelt Row’s heart beats strongest in its sense of togetherness. Throughout the year, the district hosts a variety of events that bring people together, fostering a deep connection between residents and visitors. Outdoor markets feature handcrafted goods, while cultural festivals celebrate the neighborhood’s heritage. These gatherings create a welcoming environment where creativity and community spirit intertwine, making RoRo a cornerstone of the city’s cultural identity.

More Than Just Art

While art and food are Roosevelt Row’s main draws, the district offers much more to explore. Boutique stores showcase handcrafted jewelry, unique clothing, and one-of-a-kind home décor items, often created by local artisans. Parks and open spaces provide a tranquil contrast to the urban buzz, inviting visitors to unwind and appreciate the natural beauty of the desert. With its perfect blend of urban charm and artistic inspiration, every corner of RoRo promises something new and unexpected.

Roosevelt Row thrives on its ever-evolving spirit, constantly reshaped by the creativity and passion of its community. Each visit reveals fresh experiences, ensuring this cultural hub remains a captivating destination for all who seek to explore its vibrant energy.