West Milford Man Built A Corvette-Powered Food Truck, Now He’s Gunning For A World Record
It’s part food truck, part racecar — but all New Jersey ambition.
LJ Koch of West Milford, is trying to make history this summer — behind the wheel of a Corvette-powered fajita truck that just hit 126 mph at Pocono Raceway.
Nicknamed The Vettro, the one-of-a-kind ride is part 1952 International Metro Van, part 2021 Corvette Stingray, and fully fueled by Jersey creativity.
“We didn’t plan on making a race car food truck,” said Koch, 30. “But after a mid-engine C8 Corvette came into our lives, we all looked at each other and were like, we need to build the world’s fastest food truck.”
Koch,…
Guns, Drugs Sold From Food Truck: Another Trafficking Ring Member From Newburgh Gets Jail Time
Another member of a major firearms and narcotics trafficking operation in Orange County will see prison time, marking the latest sentencing in an extensive law enforcement crackdown.
Russell Knight, 46, of Newburgh, was sentenced in Orange County Court on Monday, March 3, to five to ten years in state prison, followed by three years of post-release supervision in connection with Operation Hot Lunch," a large-scale investigation into gun and drug trafficking in Orange County, according to Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler.
The sweeping law enforcement probe le…
Popular Food Truck Opens Restaurant In Harrison
Foodies in Westchester have a fresh reason to celebrate: a new poke bowl spot is bringing a taste of Hawaii’s vibrant flavors to the county, one colorful, delicious bowl at a time.
Poké Motion, which originated as a food truck serving the tri-state area, will hold a grand opening for its new restaurant in Harrison at 213 Harrison Ave. on Friday, Dec. 13.
The eatery will specialize in Poké, a Hawaiian dish consisting of rice, diced raw fish, and vegetables. Poké Motion's particular spin on the dish includes the offering of protein such as raw fish, chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas, a…
Popular New York Bodega Sandwich Hottest Item Sold By New Teaneck Food Truck
A chopped cheese is nothing new for Haze Perez Segura.
The 43-year-old Teaneck resident grew up eating them every time he went into Washington Heights to visit friends and family.
"It's like a burger, but chopped like a Philly cheese steak with caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, mayo, and ketchup," said Segura, who was raised in Englewood. "It's served on a toasted hero."
The chopped cheese is a staple in bodegas and delis across New York City.
It's also one of the most popular items on Segura's food truck, Chick-Teaz, which he rolled out this month at Votee Park in Teaneck, he sai…
Eatery Closes On Short Notice, Now Operating Food Truck In Bridgeport
A popular eatery known for its greens, mac-and-cheese, shrimp, and fried chicken has suddenly closed in Fairfield County.
Everybody Eatz, located at 3927 Main Street in Bridgeport, was a restaurant whose slogan was "Where gourmet meets soul food."
It announced on Facebook and Instagram that it had closed and would launch a food truck and catering beginning in June.
"No more rent or landlords," the Tuesday, May 28 announcement said. "This year (is) about branding & ownership & next year about expanding."
Owner Tyre Holman, who started with a food truck, did not provid…
This Trumbull Eatery Has Best French Fries In State, Report Says: 'Hand Cut With Love, Care'
An eatery known for serving up plenty of delicious fried food is being recognized as having the best french fries in Connecticut, according to a new report.
Fairfield County's Fryborg, located in Trumbull at 10 Broadway, was named as having the best fries in the entire Nutmeg State, according to a report by lovefood.com.
The eatery, which was started in 2011 when its owner Jon "finally decided to not suck at life," according to its website, specializes in hand-cut fries, burgers, sandwiches, and even donuts.
In its write-up of the establishment, lovefood called the eatery'…
'Taste Love': BBQ Food Truck To Open Permanent Shop In Billerica
A BBQ food truck and catering service is set to open their first brick-and-mortar restaurant in Billerica.
Chef Bryan Babeu’s Northeast Smokehouse will open up shop on Boston Post Road, North Billerica, the former home of Meat Again butcher shop, according to Boston Restaurant Talk.
Starting out as a food truck in 2022, the restaurant is ready to serve half and full-rack ribs, pulled pork, brisket, mac and cheese, pasta salad, pit beans, and more.
Related:Â Until We Meat Again: Billerica Butcher Shop, Deli Closes After 45 Years
A post on Facebook said Northeast Smokehouse is aiming to op…
