While conducting research for a Concession Obsession article about barbecue, I stumbled across the website for Sticky Lips Pit BBQ. Stay tuned for next month’s BBQ feature for the history of barbecue, recipes, and more – I’ve decided to wrap up this month with some of the best Sticky barbecue restaurants and concession stands that [...]
Waffle History I just had a conversation with someone on this topic the other day – who invented the waffle? Possibly the Belgians, I was rooting for the Germans, but wouldn’t have been surprised if they actually originated at a concession stand at a State Fair. Who Invented the Waffle? The first waffle-like treats were made [...]
Christmas Concession: Christmas Goodies Last year I featured Christmas Markets around the world, but this year I’d like to focus on the fantastic food at Christmas market concession stands . Baked Apples I have never seen a baked apple look this good – check out the recipe over at Sandra’s Recipes. Hot Sandwiches A hot [...]
Well it’s December 1st tomorrow – so there is still time to do some online shopping! Concession themed gifts are a great way to unwrap some fun in your living room. Even if it’s snowy outside, concession themed presents take you to that hot August day at the state fair or amusement park. They are [...]
Even free events can add up to big money when you add in transportation, snacks, meals, beverages, souvenirs, and more. A.C. Haury’s’ tips for Saving Money at the Ball Park can be applied to any other event. She suggests buying tickets (when applicable) at a discount ticket site or box office and also taking public [...]
Gobble Up These Turkey Goodies Happy Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving weekend is all about friends and family – celebrate your community by visiting a local event (and a local concession of course!) Craft Fairs According to their website, more than 175,000 visitors enjoyed Sugarloaf Craft Festivals last year. They take place in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and New [...]
Healthy Concession Options It seems like the offerings at concessions are getting more extreme (and by extreme, I mean extremely unhealthy) just when culture is getting more health conscious. One example is the ever popular concession menu item: a deep fried version of something that is pretty fattening to begin with. Some examples are deep [...]
31 Days Until Halloween Halloween is so close, it’s scary! There are so many options for concession stands, whether it is a counter set up at our school Halloween dance or a food truck at a Halloween carnival. Here are some ideas: Halloween Cupcakes When it comes to these concession cakes, you have two options. You [...]
Fall Concessions It’s almost the end of the month and Halloween is just around the corner – I have a large pumpkin in my yard, getting bigger every day, to remind me. This got me to thinking – what are concession stands serving in September? Many concession stands close down after Summer is over, but [...]
Food Truck Festivals Food trucks are increasingly popular – concession stands on wheels that offer a delicious variety ranging from the concession classics (hotdogs, burgers) to culinary creative meals. There are reality TV shows about it (The Great Food Truck Race) and also they make cameo appearances on tv sitcoms (one example I can think [...]
