From Family Kitchen to Food Truck: Senor Barriga's Story

In this conversation, Coyal interviews Marcos and Armando, the father and son team behind Senor Barriga, a food trailer in Las Vegas. They discuss the importance of budget and action plans when starting a business, as well as the challenges they faced in establishing their certified food trailer. Marcos shares the history of their family recipes and menu items, highlighting the unique flavors and influences from different regions of Mexico. They also discuss the growth of Mexican food in Las Vegas and their vision for the future of their business. The conversation concludes with a trivia question about an iconic Las Vegas dish.

Takeaways

• Having a budget and action plan is crucial when starting a business to manage finances, set goals, attract investors, and provide direction.
• Family involvement and teamwork are essential for the success of a family business.
• Creating unique and high-quality menu items can help a food trailer stand out in a competitive market.
• Promoting the business through social media and building relationships with customers and the community are important for growth and success.

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Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Importance of Budget and Action Plans

03:14
Introduction of Senor Barriga and Their History

06:27
The Challenges of Starting a Food Trailer Business

09:13
The Menu and Recipe Development

11:32
The Growth of Mexican Food in Las Vegas

17:12
The Family Dynamic and Vision for the Business

18:27
Recommendations for First-Time Customers

20:45
Success and Challenges of First Friday Event

24:35
Promotion and Social Media

27:18
This or That: Team Verde or Team Red Sauce

28:49
This or That: Hard Shells or Soft Shells

29:30
This or That: Asian or Italian Food

30:44
Las Vegas Trivia: Iconic Dish Invented in the 1950s

34:54
Closing Remarks and Shoutouts

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