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Flirty Cupcakes does more than just tease your taste buds, it gives “going out for dessert” a whole new meaning. With a hip storefront and cupcake shop on wheels, they make grabbing the perfect indulgence while on-the-go a piece of cake. While gourmet lunch and dinner trucks abound, there are only a few that cater… Read More about Flirty Cupcakes – Chicago Illinois

An American classic meets traditional Chinese cuisine with Take Me Out’s unique approach to the chicken wing. Launched by Chinese immigrant Nai Tiao and run by his daughter Karen Lim, their “little hotties” feature distinctly Asian-inspired sauces slathered on lollipop style wings for easy eating. Don’t let Take Me Out’s small, franchise-esque appearance turn you… Read More about Take Me Out Hotties – Chicago Illinois

At Pizzeria Uno diners are in for a unique treat in the form of gooey cheeses, savory toppings, and a melt-in-your-mouth crust reminiscent of a perfectly baked pie crust. Founded by former Texas football star Ike Sewell and his friend Ric Riccardo in 1943, Pizzeria Uno claims to be the first to set the deep… Read More about Pizzeria Uno – Chicago Illinois

Before heading out on the town, stop by Chicago’s Portillo’s Hot Dogs for a sandwich that will make your taste buds zing. Portillo’s all began as a humble hot dog trailer in 1963 named the “Dog House,” and has grown over the years into forty-seven restaurants all boasting superior food and service. Walking into Portillo’s… Read More about Portillo’s – Chicago Illinois

Steve Carlson of Food Smackdown featured in “THE MEN WE CRAVE” section in the national magazine Where Women Cook — Summer 2012 issue. Read about CEO/Founder Steve Carlson and Food Smackdown and check out two exclusive recipes from The Lime Truck (Food Network’s The Great Food Truck Race Season 2 Winner). Where Women Cook is… Read More about Food Smackdown Featured in Where Women Cook Magazine

1st Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Event at Santee Lakes – Date: Saturday, December 8, 2012 – Time: 4pm-6pm – Location: 9310 Fanita Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071 (Lake 1 Gazebo) – Free Admission Press Release | Event Details | Directions Please join us for the 1st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Santee Lakes to celebrate… Read More about 1st Annual Tree Lighting at Santee Lakes

Top 10 Restaurant Hot Spots in Las Vegas for Foodies! Created and Rated by Food Smackdown For interviews, for permission to use content… or for additional questions, contact steve@foodsmackdown.com FoodSmackdown.com is here to say that what happens in Vegas should never stay in Vegas when it comes to killer food stops. Going to the International… Read More about Top 10 Restaurant Hot Spots in Las Vegas for Foodies

Elena’s Restaurant, located on Moloalo St. in Waipahu, Hawaii has been family owned and operated since 1974. Founders Theo and Elena Butuyan opened their doors in 1974 to sell authentic Filipino food to the Sugar Plantation workers that immigrated to Hawaii. The popular family ran restaurant has since expanded its operation to three lunch trucks,… Read More about Elena’s Lunchwagon – Honolulu Hawaii

Hawaii’s Fried Musubi Food Truck is a popular mobile cuisine known for their wide selection of flash-fried furikake encrusted musubis — An island favorite. The Fried Musubi truck draws crowds where people will stand in line 50+ deep happily waiting 30-45 minutes just to get one! And after trying their fried musubi it’s no wonder… Read More about Hawaii’s Fried Musubi Food Truck – Honolulu Hawaii

Food Smackdown Arranges Top OC Food Trucks for The 2012 Resugence Conference at Mariners Church in Irvine – Oct 9-10 Food Smackdown has arranged a gourmet food truck lineup for The 2012 Resurgence Conference at Mariner’s Church in Irvine on Oct 9-10! Over two thousand people are expected to attend to listen to some of… Read More about The 2012 Resurgence Conference Food Truck Lineup