#6 Natalia’s Food Truck Journey – From Passion to Profit with Family, Food, and Community
The Food Truck PodcastShow Notes
In this episode of Street Food Stories from The Food Truck Podcast Host Maggie chats with Natalia, the 26-year-old entrepreneur behind Natalia’s Food Truck Journey. From starting her career at 16 to winning the People’s Choice Award at the Auckland Street Food Awards, Natalia’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and hard work. She shares how she turned her passion for cooking into a thriving food truck business, balancing work with family support, and keeping her business running year-round despite seasonal challenges.
What you'll hear in this episode:
- How Natalia started her business at 22, fuelled by her love for cooking and family support.
- The story of how she bought her first food truck and financed it with help from a Māori women’s development loan.
- Creative ways she keeps her business active during the off-season, like pop-up events and grazing tables.
- The importance of tracking events and building systems to stay organised and profitable.
- How Natalia finds balance by prioritising self-care, including gym routines and family time.
Links Mentioned: Follow Natalia's Food Truck Journey on Instagram: @nataliasfoodtruckjourney
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