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After weeks of being buried in the snow and hibernating indoors, the warm weather beckons us to come out and enjoy the sunshine. Is your concession stand ready for the upcoming festivals, markets and other outdoor events? Here’s our list of 4 key concession stand items you don’t want to be without:
Hot dogs are the perfect take-and-go food. Easy to eat (and even easier to make), hot dogs are great for outdoor events, pool bars, convenience stores and much more. But we think one of the best parts about roller grills are their versatility. Not just for hot dogs, you can make taquitos, egg rolls, sausages and much more. Featured in a variety of sizes, you can easily fit a roller grill in small and large spaces alike.
2. Popcorn
The smell of fresh popcorn can’t be beat. And if you find the smell doesn’t attract hungry customers, the familiar “POP” certainly will! Popcorn is always a popular snack because its versatility can’t be beat. Whether you prepare it salty or sweet, popcorn is a great choice for concession stands because it’s easy to make. Plus, with popcorn you can reap some of the highest profit margins than any other concession cart treat!
3. Nachos
Another easy treat to prepare (that’s also easily addictive) are nachos. All you need are chips, melted cheese and you’re done! The best part of nachos is the upsell. Add jalapenos or ground beef to your offering and you can add another $1 – $2 for each order.
Made with crushed ice and topped with syrup, these cool-me-down treats are just what overheated customers crave. Manufacturers offer a variety of flavored syrups, making it easy to expand your customer offerings even if you’re limited on space. And since you’re really just looking at ice and syrup as your main ingredients, you’ll enjoy the high profit margins on this warm weather concession stand offering.
For more different types of concession supplies and equipment, check out our Concession Equipment Buying Guide.
