Prince Albert’s food trucks are being hit twice as hard by rising costs. While some are coping, others are really struggling.
Angelica Sanderson, co-owner of BuzFood, told paNOW they most likely won’t be making a profit this year due to the high costs of gas and food.
Like many, they’ve raised their prices but understand this just passes on some of the pain to their customers.
“Most have been understanding but we do get a few customers here and there who are shocked.”
The high prices have forced them to skip days and events as they couldn’t justify the cost to move their truck.
If things continue the way they are, they may have to make some hard decisions.
“If the prices keep going up then yes, we are going to have to shut down. If not that then we’re gonna have to raise our prices even more.”
Customers in front of BuzFood food truck. (Jaryn Vecchio/paNOW Staff)V&C Resto Kart has also been having a tough time. Over the past year, they’ve had to raise their prices three times.
“Like a dollar per item… it’s hard to adjust the price,” said owner Virgilio Arpia.
He noted they’ve been lucky enough to see customer levels stay relatively the same as before.
When asked whether he was in danger of closing down the truck, he gave a very short answer.
“I hope not,” he chuckled.
Virgilio Arpia in front of his food truck. (Jaryn Vecchio/paNOW Staff)One P.A. food truck remaining very optimistic is Moo Cow.
The ice cream provider explained they’ve also had to raise costs, but they have loyal customers who continue to support them.
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