The Food Truck Podcast

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Matilda, the creator of @butterbabynz , a brand that has captured hearts (and taste buds) with her creative donuts and nostalgic flavours. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Matilda for several years and have always admired her passion, resilience and creativity. This conversation is one of the most honest of the season, full of raw emotions—not just from M...

In Episode 11, I’m joined by Nathan and Mulan, the duo behind Lalele Organic Gelato. For over 10 years, they’ve been crafting organic gelato, waffles and smoothies using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Starting with no business plan and learning as they went, Nathan and Mulan built a family-run business that has become a staple of Auckland’s street food scene. We dive into their journey, from...

In Episode 10, I’m joined by Elliot, the mastermind behind the Roaming Flamingo Food Truck. From competing on MasterChef to launching a taco truck in just a few months, Elliot shares his whirlwind journey of bringing bold, global flavors to Auckland’s streets. We dive into his risk-taking spirit, the challenges of food truck life, balancing family and business, and his secret to the juiciest tacos...

Welcome back to The Food Truck Podcast! This week, we’re diving into the incredible journey of Sarah and Otis, the masterminds behind The Lucky Taco, one of New Zealand’s first gourmet food trucks which launched back in 2013! In this episode, Sarah and Otis share: - How a life-changing trip to Mexico and LA inspired their love for tacos. - The challenges of building their iconic food truck in 2013...

In this episode, Maggie sits down with   Adam, founder of Smoothe Operator,   a smoothie business known for its quirky personality and refreshing blends. Adam shares his journey of moving from the UK to New Zealand and how a simple hangover craving sparked the idea for his smoothie business. With a mix of humour   and authenticity, Adam has crafted a brand that resonates w...

In this episode Maggie sits down with Brian, the owner of Hash n Smash , an Auckland-based food truck known for serving up delicious smash burgers. Brian’s journey into the street food world is anything but inspirational. From starting his career studying IT at university and working as a personal trainer to becoming a well known food truck legend in Auckland. What you'll hear in this episode...

In this episode of Street Food Stories from The Food Truck Podcast Host Maggie chats with Natalia, the 26-year-old entrepreneur behind Natalia’s Food Truck Journey. From starting her career at 16 to winning the People’s Choice Award at the Auckland Street Food Awards, Natalia’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and hard work. She shares how she turned her passion for cooking into a thriving...

In this episode of Street Food Stories from The Food Truck Podcast Host Maggie sits down with Max Washer, the third-generation operator of the legendary Auckland food truck, The White Lady, which has been serving the city for 76 years. Max shares the rich history behind this iconic family business, how he embraced his role in carrying it forward, and the challenges of balancing tradition with inno...

In this episode of Street Food Stories from The Food Truck Podcast , host Maggie sits down with Tim Van Der Werff, founder of Double Dutch Fries and co-founder of The Food Truck Collective. Since launching his Dutch fries food truck nearly a decade ago, Tim has been a pioneer in Auckland’s street food scene. He reflects on his journey from humble beginnings with hand-cut fries to establishing mult...

In this episode of Street Food Stories from The Food Truck Podcast, host Maggie sits down with Carmel and Tomer, co-founders of Carmel Street Food. Since 2017, they have transformed their passion for food into a thriving business in Auckland, known for their commitment to community and authentic flavours. In this episode, Carmel and Tom share valuable insights and strategies for building a success...

In this episode of Street Food Stories from The Food Truck Podcast , host Maggie sits down with Anna Brand, founder of Vege Bang Bang, a food truck known for its creative plant-based street food. Since 2017, Anna has been showing New Zealand that plant-based meals can be just as delicious and satisfying as traditional options, all while juggling the challenges of being a mother of two and running...

In this episode of Street Food Stories from The Food Truck Podcast , host Maggie sits down with Luke, co-founder of Catch'ya Cookout , a food truck specialising in locally sourced seafood, famous for their beer-battered Fish and Chips. Established in 2020, Luke and his wife started this venture during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, quickly becoming a staple in Auckland's street food scen...

Hey foodies, welcome to The Food Truck Podcast, your go-to source for inspiring stories and invaluable insights from the world of food trucks. I'm your host, Maggie, and this is your sneak peak into the podcast. Tune in weekly for engaging interviews, practical advice, and a taste of the vibrant food truck community. Whether you're an aspiring food truck owner or a devoted fan of street food, this...