Specialty Food Kiosks & Carts Offer Consumers and Business Owners Convenience & Affordability

PRLog (Press Release) – Apr 20, 2009 – Eating on the go has become commonplace as people juggle jam-packed, hectic schedules. Strategically located snack bars and food stands offer consumers quick, convenient snacks that tide them over until their next meal and let them indulge in a special treat. From carts that offer ice cream and Italian ice, to kiosks that feature candied nuts, there are numerous specialty food franchises (http://www.franchisesolutions.com/specialty_food_franchi ...) that satisfy consumers' cravings and provide would-be entrepreneurs with proven, affordable business systems.

Although consumers may be forgoing pricey meals at fine dining establishments, they are still partaking in inexpensive, convenient, meals and snacks. In fact, The National Restaurant Association predicts that sales at restaurants in the "fast casual" sector will be up by 5% this year. Sweet treats are especially popular with consumers. A recent survey by the food industry consultancy firm, Technomic found that virtually everyone enjoys dessert- zero respondents indicated that they "never" eat dessert, and 85% of respondents reported eating dessert once a month or more.

Franchises and businesses that serve tempting confections and are located in high foot-traffic areas are satisfying consumers' appetite for tasty snacks that can be eaten on the go. Franchisees that join forces with mobile specialty food concepts benefit from owning a business that features a proven system, perfected products and recipes, and low-overhead. Unlike traditional food-related retail concepts that include a storefront, mobile food businesses typically don't require costly build-outs or real estate fees.

Nutty J's Nut Shack (http://www.franchisesolutions.com/franchise/Nutty_Js_Nut ...) kiosks and mobile carts feature candied nuts that appeal to consumers' desire for a sweet snack that's both delicious and nutritious. The kiosks and carts can be placed in numerous high foot-traffic locations like airports, stadiums, college campuses and shopping centers. The company has spent years analyzing the most appropriate locations for Nutty J's Nut Shacks and provides franchisees with superior site selection guidance and assistance. The Nutty J's Nut Shack franchise concept offers prospective business owners an affordable, turnkey opportunity to become part of the lucrative specialty food industry. Previous experience isn't required to take advantage of the low-investment business system which can be operated on a full- or part-time basis.

The Little Jimmy's Italian Ice (http://www.franchisesolutions.com/franchise/Little_Jimmy ...) business opportunity can also be operated on a full- or part-time basis and features pushcarts and kiosks, as well as concession trailers and trucks. Every day over five million people enjoy Little Jimmy's Italian Ice at malls, beaches, stadiums, theme parks, and other venues. The fat-free, dairy-free, cholesterol-free, gourmet Italian ice is produced at the company's headquarters and shipped directly to business owners. The low-investment business opportunity is easy-to-operate and doesn't require previous industry experience.

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