been such a hit that at least 20 food trucks are knocking down the door to get in! Of course, it’s not all just about the food trucks. The actual bar they built is its own superstar. It features a big garage door, and it’s a swanky yet casual chic space with a striking commanding bar ready to party! Shakers and juicers fire up with specialty cocktails all handcrafted with juices that are all freshly squeezed by talented bartenders. Any drink there can turn into an occasion to remember, as there is always some event
going on. “We are always re-inventing the wheel,” laughs Gary. The next fun event is a Food Truck BBQ Blowout that coincides with the MSU and UM Football game. “As winter blows in, the garage doors come down,” says Gary, and because they realized early on how seasonal food trucks would be, they came up with L.T.O. (Limited Time Only) by rolling inside an extra food truck that they own and inviting a new rising chef to premiere their food in the truck for a month. “It’s like an incubator program,” explains Gary. It’s how White on Rice got
started and also Betty’s, who now own trucks. Allison and Gary sure seem like the dream team of the Food and Drink Hospitality industry, with innovative and ingenious minds, amazing energy, passion and the Midas touch, too. We are lucky to have them be a supportive part of our beloved local community. The Little Fleet proves that Big Things come in Little Packages!
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