Signs of Spring: Bring on the Food Trucks

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Julia Furlan
Features | Apr 26, 2011

After a wet, chilly start to spring, New Yorkers are ready to revel in something they love: food trucks.

Though Mister Softee is the mainstay of chilled treats, the gourmet food truck craze now includes a plethora of upscale alternatives like smoothies, slushies—is there a difference?—and frozen yogurt with toppings.

What's your favorite food truck in New York City? Let us know by posting a comment below. You can also listen to voices at food trucks this week and check out a slideshow of what's for sale below.

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