Food Trucks Challenged in Reaching Hungry Mexicans EFE
go to original December 18, 2013

Photograph provided by the owner of a food truck in Mexico City, where entrepreneurs are trying to change the way residents eat despite many challenges. (EFE)

MEXICO CITY - The number of food trucks on Mexico City's streets is growing, but the fledgling industry faces challenges from regulators and the gangs that control the streets of the capital.

Food trucks are viewed as a better option for those looking to get a quick bite than traditional food vendors, but operators of the vehicles have been unable to obtain permits from local officials, who have not created specific licenses for the new businesses.

The trucks, which are considered cleaner sources of food, offer more dishes, do not litter or block streets and are less expensive than restaurants, food truck owners told Efe.

The trucks, however, face the same problems as other new businesses, with owners often forced to pay street gangs so they can park at a certain location.

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