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

Send us Fan MailIn 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.TakeawaysHaving 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.Click here to find Senor Barriga next location:Señor Barriga (@sr_barriga_lv) • Instagram photos and videosChapters00:00Introduction and Importance of Budget and Action Plans03:14Introduction of Senor Barriga and Their History06:27The Challenges of Starting a Food Trailer Business09:13The Menu and Recipe Development11:32The Growth of Mexican Food in Las Vegas17:12The Family Dynamic and Vision for the Business18:27Recommendations for First-Time Customers20:45Success and Challenges of First Friday Event24:35Promotion and Social Media27:18This or That: Team Verde or Team Red Sauce28:49This or That: Hard Shells or Soft Shells29:30This or That: Asian or Italian Food30:44Las Vegas Trivia: Iconic Dish Invented in the 1950s34:54Closing Remarks and ShoutoutsSubscribe to Visit Vegas Places with Coyal Never miss an episode again!Plus get behind the scenes coverage with business owners and chefs.Have you thought about hosting your own podcast show? If so, I have provided links below to get you started in the right direction. Start with some gear that you already have, and a quiet space. Now you are officially ready.Riverside FM - provides quality recording and virtual capabilities for long distance guest.Access RiversideFM hereBuzzsprout - is hands down the easiest and best way to launch, promote, and track your podcast. Your show can be online and listed in all the major podcast directories (like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more) within minutes of finishing your recording.Access Buzzsprout HereShow music composed by: Dae One Visit Vegas Places with Coyal. Real Vegas, Real Topics, Real Business with Real Owners. Covering topics on economics, entrepreneurship, health, well-being and FOOD! Thank You for tuning in and make sure to VISIT VEGAS PLACES!Follow our social media platforms:https://www.instagram.com/visitvegasplaces/https://www.youtube.com/c/CoyalHarrisonIIISupport the show