Last Friday, Dairy Burger, a small burger and ice cream business from the Hermitage Springs community, set up shop in Livingston. The food truck parked in the American Bank and Trust parking lot from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., drawing a large crowd eager to sample their cooking.
Dairy Burger's appearance was met with a line of hungry customers. Dairy Burger's brick-and-mortar location is about 45 minutes northwest of Livingston, at 17440 Clay County Hwy in Red Boiling Springs. Many Livingston residents had yet to experience their popular burgers. The food truck provided a convenient opportunity to try them out without the drive, and the turnout suggests the community was more than ready to sample their food.
The crowd at Dairy Burger's setup highlights the potential of the food truck initiative to become a regular and popular feature in Livingston. For those who were unable to make it on Friday, there is still time to skip the drive to Hermitage Springs. Owner Paige Delk has secured a one-year permit to operate in town.
The city's move to embrace food trucks is a welcome development for aspiring entrepreneurs and established businesses looking to expand their reach. Interested vendors must obtain a permit to operate in Livingston. Applications can be acquired at Livingston City Hall or online at www.livingstontn.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/livingstontn.
