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March 6, 2024
Food Trucks
The history of food trucks traces back to the 17th century when street vendors sold food from pushcarts in major urban areas. The concept evolved over time, with chuckwagons serving food to cowboys in the American West during the late 19th century. In the 20th century, food trucks became popular in cities, offering a variety of cuisines. They experienced a resurgence in the early 21st century, fueled by social media and a growing interest in gourmet street food. Today, food trucks are a vibrant part of culinary culture worldwide, offering diverse and often innovative dishes on wheels.
In Raleigh, North Carolina, several food trucks have gained popularity among locals and visitors alike. Some of the famous ones include:
American Meltdown: Known for their gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches made with a variety of cheeses and creative fillings.
Chirba Chirba Dumpling: Offers a delicious selection of handcrafted dumplings filled with both traditional and inventive ingredients.
CockADoodleMoo: Specializes in BBQ and comfort food, serving up dishes like pulled pork sandwiches, BBQ chicken, and mac 'n cheese.
Pho Nomenal Dumplings: Combines Vietnamese flavors with the comfort of dumplings, offering unique dishes like Banh Mi sliders and Banh Xeo tacos. This team, made up of women, took home the title of "Best Food Truck in America" in the 2023 (I think) Food Network's "Great Food Truck Race." The Pho Nomenal team, Sophia Woo, Sunny Lin and Becca Plumlee, bested Waffle Love, a waffle truck out of Provo, Utah, in the reality competition.
Will and Pop's: Famous for their Southern-inspired dishes, including chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, and po'boys. (I ate here the other day on Centennial!).
By Danesha
NCSU Food Truck Schedule: click here
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