First Annual LA Street Food Fest takes Downtown by Storm!
ByThousands of foodies flooded the streets of Downtown LA yesterday afternoon for the first Annual LA Street Food Fest. After getting caught in an hour of some serious LA traffic on the 101, I arrived at the LA Center Studios to find a line that went down the street and around the corner. People were lining up for hours just to get a $5 ticket to get into the festival, some started lining up at 9:45 am waiting for the doors to open at 11:00 am. To say that there was excitement, and hungry bellies, would be a serious understatement. Sadly for some, they arrived too late. With the massive numbers of people that came out, the food trucks found themselves running low, forcing the festival to close its gates a little after 3:00 pm. Luckily, there’s always next year!
Some of LA’s most popular, and yummiest, food trucks participated, including 8 of the top 10 food trucks in LA. Over 35 food trucks, a Valentine’s Day Marketplace from Unique LA, patio tables and an Oh Snap! photo booth filled the LA Center Studios. Not to mention on insanely long lines that crowded trucks like the Grilled Cheese, Buttermilk and Frysmith. Each one was at least an hour wait. But seriously, can you imagine an entire food truck specializing in grilled cheeses? What could be better than all the mouth watering food? The prices. All food items ranged fro $1 to $5, so you could indulge without breaking the bank.
While waiting in line at Louks, a Greek Gourmet Truck, I bought a $1 brownie from the Sweets Truck girls that were waling around with baskets full of sugary goodness. I have to admit that this particular brownie, made with a mix of oreos, chocolate cream and chocolate chips, was by far, the best brownie I have ever tasted. Did I mention they also sell flavored coffees? Hmm I can’t wait to try them. From Louks I had a chicken gyro, while I’m not really a fan of shaved chicken, the mix of onions, fresh tomato and their signature sauce really hit the spot.
After sampling some of the foodie favorites, I made my way through the Valentine’s Marketplace and picked up some chic (and cheap) goodies. One booth I found myself going back to again and again was called Fleamarketgirl, with designs from local artist Paco Montestrque. Being a Miami girl, I picked up a gold plated Florida necklace, that way I have a little bit of home with me always. Plus it was oh so cute. I had a chance to get a few words with Nelson, also from Fleamarketgirl, take a look at the Valentine’s Market Place and check out what he had to say by clicking the video below.
Wish you were there? Be sure to check back here for next years dates and other foodie events! Below are a few of my food trucks, click the logo to see their website and find them near you.
Unique LA\’s Valentine Marketplace at LA Street Food Fest
