I have a feeling this could generate a lot of discussion, but here goes.
I am about to purchase an FEC-100. I have an opportunity in front of me that looks like this: I can share a space on a corner directly across the street from the main entrance to the Minnesota State Fair. The guy I am sharing with is willing to front the rental for the space, and we can sell whatever we want with the exception of bottled water (the owner of the lot reserved that for himself).
A few feet away is a roasted corn vendor. 3 houses down is someone doing fried cheese curds, corn dogs, and tater tots.
For those not familiar with the Minnesota State Fair - it attracts nearly 2 million people over a 12 day period, this year from August 27 til Labor Day.
My natural objection is whether fairgoers will pay for food OUTSIDE the fair - even if the entrance is just across the street?
To that end, my thinking is to do "red hots" - smoked hot dogs! That and pulled pork sandwiches. In addition, I'll sell soda and ice cream bars.
The rent on the space is $5,000; although I'll only be responsible for half - again fully fronted......I just need to show up and cook.
To me this seems like a no brainer, but I've not been down this road before.
My question to the forum is - has anyone sold OUTSIDE a main event and been successful (I am told that there is opportunity with the impulse teen buyer and the later, drinking, fairgoer)?
Also - I think I may be too focused on pulled pork. Does anyone have a suggestion as to another easy sell on the FEC?
I think that should be enough to ignite a good discussion... Thanks in advance!
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