Summer is the season of concerts, baseball games, corporate events, festivals, and more. To keep fans cool and happy, stadiums and conference centers can utilize versatile carts and kiosks to serve up seasonal treats. Here are some top picks that are not only perfect for hot weather but also easy to serve from mobile units.
Frozen Treats
Ice Cream: Everyone loves a cold, creamy treat on a hot day at the game. A variety of pre-packaged ice cream novelties can be a great way to keep event goers cool, plus they make for extra quick service. Coors Field just started selling Rockies’ Polar Pasta, which is ice cream that looks like spaghetti.
Shaved Ice: Easy to serve from a customizable mobile food cart, shaved (or “shave”) ice is a hit with fans of all ages. Offer a range of flavored syrups for a fun and colorful treat, like Globe Life Field does with its shave ice and snow-cones.
Cold Beverages
Fresh Lemonade: A classic sporting event staple, lemonade can be served plain or with added flavors like strawberry, mint, or ginger. Serve in easy-to-carry cups with lids and straws, or add bottles or cans to a grab-and-go display. CitiField sells Strawberry Tea Lemonade with Strawberry Popping Boba, as well as several lemonade cocktails.
Iced Coffee: Perfect for a caffeine boost, iced coffee and cold brew can be pre-made in large batches and served quickly from a cooler or self-serve dispenser. You can get salted caramel or regular cold brew at TD Bank Park.
Smoothies: Blending fresh fruits and juices make delicious, nutritious smoothies, perfect for beating the heat. State Farm Stadium has boozy and alcohol-free fruit smoothies.
Craft Beer and Cider: Serve cold, local beers and ciders from mobile taps in kiosks or rolling cart coolers. There’s an excellent selection of craft beers at PetCo Park in San Diego.
Light Snacks
Fresh Fruit Cups: Convenient and healthy, fruit cups filled with seasonal fruits are easy to prepare and serve from refrigerated carts. The Micheladas Cart at Minute Maid Park sells fresh fruit with Tajin and Chamoy.
Salads: Offer a range of salads for nutritious meal options, from classic Caesar to quinoa and kale options. These can be pre-packaged in clear containers for easy grab-and-go. Oracle Park’s Garden food stand offers salads in addition to vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Quick Bites
Wraps and Sandwiches: Cold deli sandwiches and wraps can be pre-made and kept chilled. Options like turkey, ham, and veggie sandwiches can make sure everyone can find something they enjoy. The Denver Convention Center’s concessions include a variety of sandwiches for conference attendees.
Sushi Rolls: Pre-packaged sushi rolls are a great grab-and-go option that is light and refreshing, and easy to eat! This year, Dodger Stadium sells sushi at three different food kiosks throughout the park.
Frozen Cocktails and Mocktails
Margaritas and Daiquiris: Frozen versions of classic fruity cocktails are a big hit in the summer, and perfect for cooling down. They can be served from frozen drink machines, or pre-mixed and kept chilled. The Signature Frosé at the Las Vegas Ballpark is the venue’s official drink.
Summer events are all about enjoying great food and drinks while cheering on your favorite team. By offering cool and convenient options from mobile carts and kiosks, stadiums can make sure their fans stay refreshed and satisfied. These selections not only cater to everyone’s tastes, young and old, but also enhance the overall game-day experience, making every visit to the stadium memorable and enjoyable.
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