Hungry Nation - Vendr TV

Yellow Submarine w/ The Burger Beast (Miami, FL) : VendrTV

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 09:56:00 EDT

Sure you've had a hot dog with relish and maybe some chili, but have you ever had a hot dog with crushed potato chips! Well that's just the start of the offerings from Yellow Submarine, a new Columbian / American food truck to hit the streets of Miami. While there I was joined by the noted food blogger Sef "The Burger Beast" Gonzalez, who's quest for delicious burgers has sent him traveling the country and documenting each bite. Yum! Follow Yellow Submarine on Twitter, and visit Sef online at BurgerBeast.com.

G'Raj Mahal Café (Austin, TX) : VendrTV

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 08:03:49 EDT

The fact that G'Raj Mahal vends out of a mobile truck is besides the point. The place is a full service Indian kitchen, serving robustly flavorful dishes in a beautiful outdoor garden adorned with huge sculptures and dim lighting. When we arrived we we're quickly fed some of the best Indian I've had to date! Check them out: grajmahalcafe.com

Hillbilly Hot Dogs (Lesage, WV) : VendrTV

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 10:03:12 EDT

When I started VendrTV, It hought that Speed's Dogs was the bigggest frank I'd be eating Never in my life did I expect to see what I found at Hillbilly Hot Dogs in Lesage, WV. Home of the Homewrecker, their three pound beast is free - if you can eat it while beating the clock! Did I make it? You'll have to watch the episode to find out. Learn more at hillbillyhotdogs.com

Gourdough's (Austin, TX) : VendrTV

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:59:29 EDT

By far the most gluttonous episode to date - Gourdoughs - where tender donuts are fried fresh, to order, and topped with some serious fixin's. How serious? Take the Mother Clucker, for example. A fresh fried donut, glazed, topped with fried chicken breast, and a honey butter drizzle. Unbelievable! Next time you're in Austin, you've gotta pay them a visit. Gourdoughs.com

2010 Roadfood Festival (New Orleans, LA) : VendrTV

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 10:04:34 EDT

For years Jane and Michael Stern have been eating their way through America's best roadside establishments. Small dives and shacks that pump out delicious food and local color. And for the second year in a row, they've brought some of their favorite proprietors together in New Orleans for a spectacular weekend of America's best indigenous cuisine. Learn more at http://roadfoodfestival.com

Red's Barbecue (Charlotte, NC) : VendrTV

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:01:14 EDT

Barbecue is one of my favorite things. I could eat it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner - no problem. What I love so much about cue is how much it varies from city to city! Each locale has it's own BBQ secrets and is confident that their way is the best. North Carolina is famous for it's (pulled) pork - and Red's BBQ has been holding tight to a family tradition for over 45 years! Yum! Question of the week! What's your favorite type of BBQ, and where do you get it?

Honest Tom's Tacos (Philadelphia, PA) : VendrTV

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 13:34:46 EDT

Nothing screams "street food love" like a taco! And no better place to grab one than The City of Brotherly Love where, for just over a year now, Tom McCusker - known by most as Honest Tom, has been slinging delicious Tex-Mex to hungry students at Drexel University. What makes his tacos so different? Mostly - the ingredients. Nearly all of which are sourced from weekend farmers markets and gourmet butchers in The Italian Market section of Philly. Next time you're in town, be sure to check out Honest Toms! Find them on Twitter, @HonestToms

gastroPod (Miami, FL) : VendrTV

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:35:00 EDT

Nothing gets more more excited that seeing street food vendors pushing limits and boundaries. So it's natural that Chef Jeremiah's gastroPod really tickles my fancy. From the wild twists on classic street food favorites, to the cooking techniques that border molecular gastronomy (read: sous vide on a truck), gastroPod completely raises the bar for mobile meals. They're currently on a road trip across America! Catch up with them at gastroPodMiami.com

Torchy's Tacos (Austin, TX) : VendrTV

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 10:00:03 EDT

When I was calling around, figuring out what to film in Austin, every single person I talked to said the same thing: "You're filming Torchy's? Right?"... What was this Torchy's they spoke of?! So, when there I finally made my way over to take a taste. Wow! Talk about stretching the gamut! The tacos from Torchy's range from egg stuffed hangover cures to deep fried avocado with spicy chipotle aioli - all made fresh, to order, and served to you in their chill outdoor patio area. Awesome. Next time you're in Austin, they're a MUST VISIT - torchystacos.com Win a Torchy's T-Shirt To enter to win post a comment telling me about your favorite taco, and where you had it.

The Roman Candy Company (New Orleans, LA) : VendrTV

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:12:13 EDT

Because so many of the carts we cover are brand spankin' new, we often forget that street vending isn't a 2010 thing. It's been around for hundreds of years in this country! And one such example is the Roman Candy Company, a New Orleans classic that hasn't changed much since 1915. So what's Roman Candy? Well, it's a hand pulled taffy stick, rolled in wax paper, in a variety of flavors. All the sticks are made fresh on the mule pulled cart, and sold for at 75 cents a piece. It is, by far, the perfect treat to chomp on while strolling down the scenic Garden District. Learn more online.

Only Burger (Durham, NC) : VendrTV

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:49:29 EDT

After a long day of studying (or a long night of partying) nothing hits the spot like a good old burger and some fries. Thankfully, Duke University Students got the hook up with Only Burger, a mobile burgery that serves only the freshest of products, always made to order. While there I met with the owner, Brian Bottger who showed me how to make his classic Bacon & Bleu burger, as well as his Breakfast Burger complete with fried green tomatoes and an egg! Learn more at onlyburger.com

El Palacio de los Jugos (Miami, FL) : VendrTV

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 15:22:52 EDT

Not all street food's on wheels - in fact, for centuries cultures have eaten their version of street food in open air outdoor markets and bazaars. In Miami, part of that tradition lives on at El Palacio de los Jugos - The Juice Palace. The name first came from their original business - creating delicious fresh juices from classic Cuban fruits and veggies. However, today the Palace in Palacio certainly shines strong! The place is a mecca of classic Cuban culture and cuisine. From Cafe Cubana (Cuban Coffee) to Chicharon (friend pork rinds), El Palacio offers some of the most amazing Cuban cuisine I've had here in The States.

2010 Oyster Jubilee (New Orleans, LA) : VendrTV

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:00:01 EDT

You can't visit New Orleans without feasting on the bread bound mainstay: The Po' Boy. Historically the sandwich is a mashup of whatever scraps you could find, thrown into a classic Leidehiemer roll. Today, Po' Boy's can be found jam packed with roast beef, crisp catfish, plump shrimp or my favorite: OYSTERS! In this episode of VendrTV we visited the 2010 Oyster Jubilee, a celebration of seafood and creole cookin' at it's best. And not only did we feast on Po' Boy, we witnessed a world record: The Creation of the World's Longest Po' Boy Sandwich! Yum. Learn more about the festival at OysterJubilee.com

Franklin BBQ

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 11:01:01 EDT

My favorite cooking method is, by far, smoking. Everything from smoked salmon in the morning, a sausage for lunch, and some brisket for dinner! So, naturally I went hog wild for all the rich, earthy flavors I feasted upon at Franklin BBQ! Located in the heart of Austin, TX, Aaron Franklin and his crew serve up mouthwatering brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and links to locals - and inevitably anyone that can smell within a mile radius!Click here to download the Franklin BBQ Pulled Pork recipe.Learn more online at FranklinBarbecue.com.Question of the week! Win a Franklin' BBQ t-shirt!Email a photo of yourself eating BBQ to dan@vendr.tv.

George's Sandwiches

Thu, 27 May 2010 11:16:33 EDT

Since I started VendrTV, Philadelphia-based food writer Holly Moore has been an inspiration. His website, HollyEats.com, is jam packed with diners, roadside shacks, and bbq joints all across America. In fact, many of our favorite episodes are directly inspired by his findings. So it was only natural that he joined me on an episode in his hometown. The two of us visited George's Sandwiches, a small window that faces out onto the Italian Market, as it has for years. And they do all the Philly classics like Cheesesteaks, Roast Pork, and Hoagies. Delicious!Learn more about Holly online at HollyEats.com and check out his article on George's!

Man Bites Dog

Wed, 19 May 2010 12:26:42 EDT

If the hot dog isn't the most iconic of all American fare, I don't know what is - and Man Bites Dog takes that bun bound love to a whole new level, offering some of the most interesting and unusual toppings I've seen to date. While I the Bird Dog, Greek Dog, and Cuban were all great, the Buffalo Hottie was by far my favorite!Next time you're in Austin, pay them a visit! Until then, you can find them online at ManBitesDogAustin.comWin a free MBD t-shirt!We're giving away two Man Bites Dog t's. To enter to win, post a comment with a signature creation to be implemented on their menu!

Tokyo Crepes

Wed, 12 May 2010 11:32:32 EDT

Ever have a Japanese crepe before? Well, prior to my visit to Folly Beach I hadn't either. Thankfully Tokyo Crepes showed me what I was missing. Each crepe was extremely fluffy and reminded me a bit of a fortune cookie. Plus, they had some wild combinations like chocolate and cheddar or chicken teriyaki. Yum!Find them on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Folly-Beach-SC/Tokyo-Crepes/95911078581?ref=search&sid=56600006.2822308294..1&v=wall#!/pages/Folly-Beach-SC/Tokyo-Crepes/95911078581?v=info&ref=search) and be sure to try their crepes!

Latin Burger

Wed, 05 May 2010 16:14:32 EDT

Nothing screams Cinco de Mayo like Miami, Florida! The heat radiates from the city, just as it does from Latin Burger & Taco, a new gourmet street vendor owned by Food Network & Galavisión star Ingrid Hoffmann and her partner Jim Heins. The truck tours around under the Miami sun serving comfort food with a Latin American flare. In addition to serving great food, Latin Burger also does it's part in the community by helping to train and employ out of work locals, teaching them the tricks of the trade while they get on their feet.While there I tried a bunch of her tacos, as well as the Latin Macho, a killer beef and chorizo burger smothered with oaxaca cheese, caramelized onions and jalapenos, and a silky spicy red pepper mayo! Muy bien!Win Ingrid's Book!I'm giving away two copies of Ingrid's cookbook Simply Delicioso. To enter to win, post a comment describing your favorite latin food.

East Side King

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EDT

Once and a while I come across a cart that really boosts my spirits, and elevates my perception of street food. Perhaps it was this cart that did that the most for me. East Side King is the "playground" of Paul Qui, chef de cuisine of Uchi Restaurant in Austin, TX. While the food is a few notches above, it's Paul's attitude toward the cart that really makes it shine. He's interested in being playful, experimenting, and having a great time with the cart. The result has been a group of locals that truly love Paul's product and have come to expect delicious innovation. Awesome!Check them out at The Liberty Bar in Austin, TX or online at eastsideking.com

Grateful Growers

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EDT

In our increasingly fast paced society, where food is often mass produced and who's source is unknown, it's refreshing to see carts like The Harvest Moon Grille. Founded by a bunch of farmers on the Grateful Growers farm just outside of Charlotte, Harvest Moon Grille helps connect the community with it's nearby farms, all the while strengthening their economy. Plus, the food's amazing!Learn more at gratefulgrowers.comQuestion of the week!Earth Day's just around the corner. What are you doing to help out your community and environment?

Ziba's Pitas

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EDT

Ziba's Pitas is a little gem in the heart of Portland owned and operated by Ziba Ljucervic who, by herself, is worth the visit. Of all the dishes she serves, Pitas, her namesake, are the best. Unlike pita bread, a Bosnian Pita is actually a number of fillings rolled up into phyllo dough and twisted like a cinnamon roll. But this blows even the best Cinnabon away! Juicy lamb, flaky phyllo, and peppery spices. Fantastic!Learn more about Ziba online at zibaspitas.com

La Dominique Creperie (Philadelphia PA)

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EDT

I must have passed La Dominique Creperie so many times while living in Philly. Figures it'd take me moving to NYC to discover this small treasure on Drexel's Campus. Parked at 34th and Market, and owned by long time sculptor Zbigniew Chojnacki, La Dominique serves sweet and savory crepes with an attention to detail rarely seen with street vendors. My favorite was the coconut chicken, but they were really all quite delicious.

Spella Caffe (Portland, OR)

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 11:00:00 EDT

To date, one of my most pleasurable experiences was my trip to Spella Caffé in Portland. Besides the coffee being amazing, the knowledge owner Andrew Spella shared with me was valuable and extensive. The mobile cafe roasts small batches of coffee and delivers beautiful cappuccinos, americanos, and espressos to a crowd of loyal locals.Visit them online at spellacaffe.com

The Clam Shack

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 11:00:00 EDT

New England is full of these small, whole in the wall greasy spoons establishments. Full of local charm and flavor that comes from years of community support, hard work, and most importantly awesome food. The Clam Shack in Kennebunkport is exactly that! For years this roadside landmark has been dishing out wildly fresh fried clams to hungry locals and tourists alike. What many people don't know, is that they have one of the freshest lobster rolls in all of Maine! This is due mostly to the fact that they do all the cooking and prepping of their lobster on premises. The result, a fresh lobster roll, served with mayo on a buttered New England style hot dog roll. Learn more at TheClamShack.com.Big thanks to Holly Moore for the recommendation.

Estrellita's Snacks

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:00:00 EDT

One of my most memorable experiences was learning to make papusas with Estrellita while visiting the Alemany Farmer's Market in San Francisco. These flat griddled delights are made out of masa paste, filled with anything from cheese to veggies, and cooked on a well oiled flattop. Que bien! Estrellita is part of great nonprofit called La Cocina which helps start-up vendors transition from cart to brick and mortar. I'm really proud to know Caleb Zigas who founded and runs the program. Their work is fantastic. Learn more at lacocinasf.org and consider supporting them.Learn more about Estrellita's Snacks online.

Sawasdee Thai

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:00:00 EST

Once of my favorite cuisines by far is Thai. They're masters at balancing sweet, spice, and savory - and Sawasee Thai in Portland, OR was one of the best I've had! Focusing on traditional combinations of classic ingredients, Sunny and her team put out some of the best curries I've had to date.Next time you're in downtown PDX, be sure to visit them!Learn more on Food Carts Portland

Locali

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:00:00 EST

One thing about LA - you can't escape the sun. Everywhere you look people are tanning, swimming, and running. So, a mobile ice cream vendor is often the perfect fix to beat the heat. Enter Locali, a bicycle powered ice pop shop that focuses on serving local, organic, and sustainable ice cream products all over Los Angeles. We caught up with them in Los Feliz and had a blast driving around, capturing footage of the bike in motion and chilling out on frozen treats. Learn more at localiyours.com

Bet's Fish Fry

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

One of my favorite shoots to date was this one, at Bet's Fish Fry in Boothbay Harbor. This hardly talked about street food delight is owned and operated by one of the sweetest people I've ever met. Besides being loved by the locals, Bet dishes out some mean fried haddock and fries. Next summer be sure to plan a road trip around Bet's Fish Fry.

Aybla Grill

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

Some of the most refreshing flavors are those from the Mediterranean, so our visit to Aybla was the perfect thing after our long drive from Seattle, WA. Located on SW 9th and Alder, Aybla Grill delivers homestyle cooking from the Greek isles at affordable prices! They were so pleased we'd come they they couldn't help but wanting us to try everything! By the time I left, I could barely move. So much food, but all extremely delicious. Check them out online at ayblagrill.comQuestion of the Week!What's your favorite Mediterranean dish?

The Skinny Pancake

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

Right in downtown Burlington sits The Skinny Pancake, a mobile creperie focusing on seasonal, organic ingredients. Started by a few friends, The Skinny Pancake quickly grew into a popular destination for all. In fact, it became so popular they were able to open up a brick and mortar restaurant nearby. While there I feasted on there locavor, fall harvest, and lemon sugar crepes. Learn more about them online at SkinnyPancake.comQuestion of the Week!What should their crazy crepe creation be?

RoliRoti

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST

In this episode of VendrTV we checked out San Francisco's own RoliRoti, a mobile artisan rotisserie that serves roasted chickens and porchetta at Farmer's Markets throughout the city. Before heading to the market, I met with owner Thomas Odermatt at the RoliRoti commissary where he taught me to prepare his signature porchetta. Learn more about RoliRoti online at roliroti.com

Whiffies Pies

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:36:45 EST

One of my favorite late night spots in Portland, OR is Whiffies. A mobile fried pie spot in the SE 12th and Hawthorne food cart pod. The owner, Gregg Abbott, dishes out flakey sweet and savory pies with flavors ranging from cherry cobbler to pulled pork. Each pie is hand made that day and fried fresh to order. Amazing!Follow them on twitter: @whiffies or read more about them on Food Carts Portland.Question of the WeekAnswer and win a Whiffies shirt.What's the best filling you can dream up for a stuffed pie?

Mission District Vendors

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:44:17 EST

One of the coolest street vending scenes takes place in the Mission District of San Francisco, where a whole slew of underground vendors use Twitter to tell their loyal fans where they are. A few minutes after the tweet a flash mob forms to dine on everything from curry to creme brulee. On our evening in the mission we met up with the @magiccurrykart, the @cremebruleecart, and the @sexysoupcart.

Haven Brothers Diner

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:44:54 EST

Arguably one of Providence's most noted (and mobile) landmarks is The Haven Brother's Diner. For over one hundred years this flatbed grounded mobile eatery has trucked into the city and parked at it's grandfathered location (right next to City Hall) where it dishes out burger, fries, and other greasy spoon classics.I stopped by and met with Ivan Giusti, who's family owns and operates the third generation of this gem. Finally it was time to feast! To me, nothing sounded better than The Murder Burger and a shake! And it was the perfect way to cap off the night.

Wafles & Dinges

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:20:15 EST

One of my favorite trucks in all of New York City is Wafles & Dinges, a little bit of Belgium that trolls through the streets of the Big Apple dishing out authentic waffles from two cities in Belgium. In this episode, Thomas DeGeest teaches me a bit about this history of the waffle, as well as it's city of origin.Win a free waffle kit!Want to win a box of Wafle & Dinges' Komplete Wafle Kit leave a comment below describing your favorite wafle topper!

Best of 2009 : VendrTV

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 16:55:50 EST

With the new year approaching, we thought it best to take a step back and look at the most memorable moments of 2009. Enjoy!

Van Leeuwen Christmas

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:49:29 EST

For the holidays we stopped by New York City's Van Leeuwen Artisan Ice Cream, to learn about their business and make ice cream with husband and wife team Laura O'Neil & Ben Van Leeuwen. After much deliberation we decided that eggnog would be the perfect flavor for the holidays!Big thanks to The Brooklyn Kitchen for sponsoring this episode, and hooking us up with some ice cream machines to giveaway as part of our Holiday Gift Contest.You can download the Van Leeuwen Eggnog Ice Cream Recipe here. If you make it, send us some pictures to post to the site.Learn more about Van Leeuwen Artisan Ice Cream online or on twitter.And be sure to check out The Brooklyn Kitchen!Happy Holidays!Question of the week:What is your favorite flavor of ice cream? Post a comment below.

Garden State

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:46:50 EST

Even in Portland, OR I couldn't escape my Jersey roots! Garden State is a italian cart with New Jersey roots in Portland, OR owned and operated by Kevin Sandri. From their meatball sandwich to arancini, the food packs serious punch! It's fresh, well seasoned, big portioned comfort food at it's finest.Learn more about Garden State online at http://gardenstatecart.com

Fancy Fast Food

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:33:58 EST

This week I teamed up with Erik Trinidad of Fancy Fast Food, a blogger who turns mundane fast food meals into works of art! We hit up the 53rd and 6th Halal Guy's cart for tons of street meat, then it was off to his kitchen to get to work!Learn more about Erik online at fancyfastfood.comTo learn more about Halal Chicken & Gyro visit: HalalGuys.com 53rd & 6th (Fan Site) Halal Guys on Wikipedia

Fred's Franks

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 11:54:00 EST

The windows were rolled down as we pulled off at I-128's exit 40 in Wakefield, MA and as soon as we hit the off ramp my little car was filled with the smells of charcoal and hot dogs. A beautiful smell if I do say so myself. Order a link and Fred'll first hand you the bun to fill up with your favorite condiments before plopping a Hot Dog, Kielbasa, Chorico or Linguiça that's been charred to perfection over a huge green egg shaped grill modeled after a kamado. Massive is an understatement. These dogs are huge, yet to my surprise, people were ordering two or three half pounders at once! Crazy!Question of the weekWhat's your favorite type of link? Post a comment below.

Pumpkin Loaf w/ Street Sweets

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:43:10 EST

Happy Turkey Day everyone! We asked Grant and Samira over Street Sweet's truck in New York City to come up with a recipe for all you cartivores for Thanksgiving. Their pick: a pumpkin loaf packed with tons of spice and deep rich flavors. Plus, while at the truck, we learned a bit about their history and got to sample some of their regular treats. Click here to read the Street Sweet's Pumpkin Loaf Recipe from the VendrTV blog.Thanksgiving QuestionThere's tons of food on the Thanksgiving table, but I want to know what your favorite is. Post it in the comments below.

Skillet Street Food

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:15:00 EST

This week we headed to a beautiful cart in a gorgeous city: Skillet Street Food in Seattle, Washington. Owner Joshua Henderson built the cart out of an old Airstream trailer, and dishes out delicious upscale comfort food like duck confit, pasta, and their signature item, a burger with bacon jam.Want to win a bottle of Skillet's Bacon Jam? Post a comment below describing the best topping for a burger.

Red's Eats

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:56:16 EST

Howdy Cartivores!This week we ventured north east to the great state of Maine to visit Red's Eats, a street food institution. While many know this waterside stand for dishing out plump, juicy, lobster rolls, we quickly learned there's a lot more to Red's. With menu items stretching from delicious fried clams to huge crab rolls, Red's takes seafood seriously.You can learn more about Red's Eats on one of our favorite sites, HollyEats.com.T-Shirt GiveawayWe're giving away a Red's T-Shirt! To win, become a fan of VendrTV on Facebook, and write on our wall. We'll pick a winner at random.

This Is Why You're Fat Tour

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:14:34 EST

Last week I hit the streets of NYC to participate in This Is Why You're Fat's Eat 'N Tweet street food tour in which six of NYC's favorite vendors were asked to come up with creations inspired by TIWYF and their newly released book. Our trip started with a visit to Wafles & Dinges, followed by The Cupcake Stop, The Bistro Truck, NYC Cravings, The Treats Truck and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream. Over all the food was fantastic, I just wish I felt as good by the end of the day! I must have put on 10lbs. Book Give Away We've got three copies of the This Is Why You're Fat book to give away to you guys. To win, think up an outlandish creation you could imagine a street vendor dishing out. Post it in the comments below. I'll pick the winners next week.

Calexico's Pumpkin Arbol Salsa

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:38:25 EDT

What's up Cartivores!?For Halloween this year we headed back to the second cart we covered on VendrTV, Calexico Carne Asada to whip up some of their Pumpkin Arbol Salsa. Peter Olaire, one of the partners at Calexico, showed us how to make this delicious salsa from just a few ingredients.Want to make the salsa for yourself? Download the PDF here. Make it, and upload it to our Facebook page.And of course be sure to visit Calexico online and follow them on Twitter.Question of the Week:What is the BEST halloween costume you've ever seen?

Taco Crawl w/ Dylan Ho

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:44:15 EDT

One evening I met up with my buddy Dylan Ho of Eat Drink 'n Be Merry in Los Angeles for a delicious taco crawl. We visited three of his favorite taco tables, and feasted on everything from lengua tacos to squash blossom quesadillas. My personal favorite was the cabeza, which is made of the cows cheek muscle. Tender, juicy, and super flavorful!Check out Dylan at http://eatdrinknbmerry.comQuestion of the week!Where have you had the best tacos in your life, and what was in them?

Potato Champion

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT

The Potato Champion makes one of THE BEST Poutine platters I've ever had! What's Poutine you might ask? It's a huge plate of Belgian frites, topped with cheddar cheese curds, and drenched in brown gravy! Delicious in that guilty "There go my arteries" sort of way. Not only did we feast on all of owner Mike McKinnon's tasty fries, but we had a Poutine eating contest between two girls, one dog, and me. Watch the video to see who won!You can learn more about The Potato Champion on their website, and be sure to follow them on twitter.T-Shirt GiveawayWe're giving away two Potato Champion t-shirts to the Cartivores answer this question in the comments: What is the best french fry topper?

Hong's Dumplings

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:30:00 EDT

We had a great time filming at Hong's, which we found nestled among trees and stores on Burlington's Church Street. Owner Hong Yu isn't kidding when she says she likes big dumplings; they're massive! With fillings like crab & cream cheese or cheese & chicken, they're were sinful and delicious. As dumplings are my favorite food, I couldn't be happier having Hong be the first episode about those plump pouches.

Bacon Dogs

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:30:01 EDT

Late night in San Francisco's Mission District is a swirl of bars, tacorias, and my favorite late night fare: hot dogs wrapped in bacon. Also known as a Mexican Hot Dog, these flavor packed weenies are spicy, sweet, and super savory. We met up with one of the vendors around 19th and Mission. She was a sweetheart, and even got into the production as I turned the tables, giving Andy and Florian the spotlight.All in all, it's a fun episode... and man... how I miss those dogs!

The Burger Bus

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Trucking all around the heart of sunny Santa Barbara is The Burger Bus, a bright yellow school bus converted into a patty slinging street cart. Owned and operated by husband and wife duo Michael and Cheryl Gardner, The Burger Bus dishes out grass fed burgers with locally produced garnishes. The signature item: The CBJ (Cheeseburger & Jelly) featuring a locally produced apricot jalapeno jelly. Beyond delicious!

Kogi BBQ

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT

No trip to Los Angeles would be complete without a visit to one of the most notable of the new generation of street vendors, Kogi BBQ. At Kogi, Chef Roy melds the flavors of the orient with our neighbors down south, resulting in delicious Korean / Mexican fusion! While there I tried their kimchi quesadillas and short rib tacos, both were out of this world! Next time you're in LA, be sure to check them out.

Spencer on the Go w/ Veronica Belmont

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT

On this episode of VendrTV, I was joined by web personality Veronica Belmont where we took a trip to France without leaving San Francisco. Our destination: Spencer On The Go, a mobile bistro serving everything from foie gras to escargot.Overall, the food was devine! We both got to sample a number of rarities, and in Veronica's case, firsts.If you'd like to learn more about Spencer on the Go, you can visit them online at http://chezspencer.com.You can watch Veronica online in Tekzilla or Qore, and follow her on twitter.

Moxie RX

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Nestled among a bounty of greens and herbs in Portland's Historic Mississippi District sits Moxie RX, a beautiful teal trailer, decorated in antique cook and bakeware, that dishes out artisan AM comfort food made with love and care.While at the cart I sat down with owner Nancye Benson to learn about her love for food and how it translated into the cart she had today.If you have the chance to visit Portland, I do hope you get to visit this beautiful cart!

Street Sommelier w/ Gary Vaynerchuk

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT

In this jam packed episode of VendrTV, Dan teams up with internet wine superstar Gary Vaynerchuk of Wine Library TV where the two cruise the streets of Manhattan pairing wine with street food.On our first stop we were joined by Zach Brooks of MidtownLunch.com at Kwik Meal, a cart which recently won MTL's Street Meat Palooza 2.Gary threw a fast ball, pairing the platter with a 2008 Premiado Torrontes.Then it was off to meet up with Jerome Chang of The Dessert Truck. There we sampled his award winning chocolate bread pudding, as well as my favorite, the warm chocolate molten cake. Quick on his feet, Gary whipped out a 2006 Tohu Pinot Noir, which paired perfectly with the sweets.Enjoy!

Coolhaus

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT

They say the fastest way to an architects heart is through his stomach... I think. Well, Coolhaus does just that! This brightly colored truck in Los Angeles drives around the city slinging ice cream sandwiches while touting tales of the 'tects to interested ears. We met up with them outside The Dub Club in the Echo Park neighborhood of LA to sample all their creamy goodness.

Grilled Cheese Grill w/ Brett Burmeister

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT

What do you get when you take an old school bus, an airstream, and piles of queso? The Grilled Cheese Grill. Occupying a whole lot in Northeast Portland, this cart dishes out one of the most classic of all American comfort foods: The Grilled Cheese Sandwich.But it's not just Wonder bread and American cheese... quite the opposite in fact! This cart takes an artisan spin on the classics, dishing out options like Jalepeno Popper sandwiches and the Cheesus, a burger happily stacked between two grilled cheese sandwiches.

Veraci Pizza

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Nestled in the Pike Place market is Veraci Pizza, a mobile pizza outfit burning apple wood and making just the most delicious Neapolitan pies.In the episode, Dan spoke with owner Marshall Jett about his business and learns the ins and outs of cooking pizza on the fly.

Let's Be Frank

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Let's Be Frank is located next to The Warming Hut below the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco's beautiful Crissy Field, and serves local, grass fed beef and pork dogs and sausages. Dan spoke with owner Sue Moore about her dogs, and got to sample a bunch of them in the warm Bay breeze.

Marked5

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Marked5 is a brand new vending truck in Los Angeles that takes a Japanese spin on traditional burgers by substituting sticky rice for a wheat bun, often called a moss burger.The truck roams all around LA. When we caught up with them they were parked just off of Venice Beach.

The Brunch Box

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT

The Brunch Box is THE place for an early morning fix in Portland, OR! From their amazing breakfast sandwich combinations to the homemade English muffins, you're sure to find something delicious to nosh on. Brunch not you're thing? No worries, they have a killer selection of burgers sure to please!

Blue Bottle Coffee w/ Dave Morin

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT

This week Dan heads to The Blue Bottle Coffee Company Kiosk in the Hayes Valley neighborhood of San Francisco with Dave Morin of Facebook. While there they checked out all the garage based coffee cart had offer, including a delicious mocha for Dave and a macchiato for Dan. They also spoke with owner and founder James Freeman about the history of his Bay Area café.

The Magic Carpet

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT

This week Dan checked out The Magic Carpet, an all vegetarian cart on The University of Pennsylvania's campus in West Philadelphia. While there he sampled owner Dean Varvoutis' tofu meatballs and seitan platter, both of which were stellar!

Nuevo Mexico

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Nuevo Mexico is a brand new cart, just opened in Portland, Oregon by former Shins drummer Jesse Sandoval.Jesse brings traditional New Mexican cuisine up north to Portland with classics like sopapillas and Hatch Chile. Check him out!

Maximus - Minimus

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT

In this episode, VendrTV gets back stage access to a mobile vendor about to open up shop, and learns a bit about construction and recipe development.Maximus - Minimus is part of the Sugar Mountain group, which is reponsible for Seattle favorites such as Beechers Handmade Cheese and Pasta & Co.

Speed's Dogs

Wed, 20 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Take a half pound all beef hot dog and smother it with bbq sauce, mustard, relishe, onions and chili and what do you get? Speed's Hot Dogs, a boston institution, and the first hot dog to make it on to VendrTV!For nearly 30 years Speed (now joined by partner Greg Gale) has been dishing out absolutely delicious belly busters!Next time you're in Boston, Speed's is not to be missed!

Hallo Berlin

Wed, 13 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT

VendrTV hits the streets of New York for the best of the Wurst and finds it at Hallo Berlin, a pushcart owned and operated by Rolf Babiel for over 25 years!More info about Hallo Berlin:• Posts on Midtownlunch.com• HalloBerlin.com

Jamaican D's

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT

This week Dan and the VendrTV crew venture to Philadelphia for a taste of the Caribbean at Jamaican D's, a truck owned and operated by Dave Dawes, and parked at The Community College of Philadelphia.While there Dan samples Dave's Oxtail, Mac & Cheese, Collard Greens, and Jerk Chicken, all of which were incredible.Learn more about Jamaican D's online:• Jamaican D's on Yelp!

Papa Perrone's w/ Jake & Amir

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT

College Humor stars Jake and Amir join Dan for lunch at Papa Perrone's, a New York truck serving fantastic Sicilian food. The owner, John Paul's legendary Rice Balls were a bit of a stretch for Amir, who fancies McDonald's McNuggets for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but the two enjoyed themselves, as do most that hit up this midtown hotspot.More info about Papa Perrone's:PapaPerrone.comCheck out Jake & Amir:JakeandAmir.com

On the Fly

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT

We ventured to Obamaland to visit On The Fly, a brand new mobile vending outfit which is easily the most green around. From the plug in cars to their hard wired ovens, On the Fly operates an entirely electric operation. And their food, all locally grown and produced. Now that's Eco-Vending!Check them out online:dconthefly.com

The Grease Trucks

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Want a coronary? You might have one after watching this episode of VendrTV where Dan visits The Grease Trucks at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ and takes a big bite out of a local legend.The Grease Trucks at Rutgers University have been around since the 90's and are open all the time, dishing out cheap eats to students and faculty alike. Their best selling sandwich is known as the Fat Darrell which is a hoagie roll with marinara sauce, chicken fingers, mozzarella sticks, french fries, lettuce and tomato. It's intense. Other favorites include the Fat Bitch, Fat Knight, and Fat Cat.

Cart Crawl w/ Joe DiStefano

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EDT

This week Dan's joined by food writer Joe DiStefano where the two hit the streets of Jackson Heights, Queens to sample the Mexican and Ecuadorian fare.

Christo's Falafels

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EDT

In this episode of VendrTV, Dan visits with Gus of Christos' Falafels in Philadelphia, PA.Christos' Falafels can be found at 20th and Market in Philadelphia, and is open weekdays. Get there early because he prepares limited quantities of food, and there's usually a long line.

The Halal Guys

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EDT

In this episode of VendrTV, Dan visits the legendary Halal Chicken & Gyro carts parked at 53rd & 6th Ave in New York City. While there, he was joined by Zach Brooks of MidtownLunch.com who shared a bit of cart controversy brewing at the intersection.To learn more about Halal Chicken & Gyro visit:HalalGuys.com53rd & 6th (Fan Site)Halal Guys on WikipediaAlso, make sure you check out Zach's blog:Midtown Lunch

Calexico Carne Asada

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:00:00 EST

In this episode of VendrTV, Dan visited Calexico Carne Asada, a New York City street cart owned by three brothers who hail from Calexico, CA.The cart has multiple locations, all of which can be found on Calexico's website. When Dan met up with them they were parked at the intersection of Prince and Wooster.Here's their menu:Learn more about Calexico online:Calexico's MySpaceLet us know what you think! Leave your comments below.