This week we wanted to catch up with some of our amazing and inspirational customers to find out more about running a mobile coffee business. We spoke with Gabbi from Cof Cof Coffee, who started trading her Mobile Coffee Pod in Spring 2023, to ask how life had been over the first few months. We wanted to delve deeper into the life of a mobile coffee trader to hear the truth of what it’s really like setting up and running a new business and selling barista coffee on the go.

Gabbi and her husband Gary bought a shiny new Mobile Coffee trailer from Mobile Retail earlier this year; they were a pleasure to work with from start to finish and their enthusiasm to learn about producing the best espresso on the go was infectious.

Read on to see how Gabbi and Gary are finding life running their new coffee business.

How has your first year gone so far?

We have only been trading for 7 months; gosh it does seem longer than that! We have learned so much! Our 1st birthday is the 26th April 2024. We love our pod and have been really happy with how it’s gone so far.

Where have you been trading your Coffee Pod?

We have a street licence in our local area and we have 2 regular pitches; one is very close to our house and the other is in a local park. We have also done several local events including horse riding competitions, charity and school events and we have even done a couple of festivals.

What has been the highlight of the year so far?

The highlight for us has been the really positive feedback we have received from customers about the products we serve and our beautiful little pod. We have also loved meeting so many new people in our local community.

Any unexpected issues you have overcome?

We had lots of teething issues, as you do with anything new; a lot of them were down to us learning new skills and how to use the pod equipment correctly. However, we have had lots of really helpful support from the Big Coffee especially from Claire, Russ and his team.

Any hints or tips for new customers considering taking the leap?

Make sure you develop a trading plan first. What you are going to sell, where, trading hours, prices etc? Obtain the necessary licences and get customer feedback on your ideas.  Finally do it…we haven’t looked back, our pod has helped us develop a nice little profitable business!!

What are your plans for 2024?

We are planning to increase the number of larger events we do in 2024, whilst carrying on doing what we are doing locally with high quality products and great, friendly service. We are hoping to grow the business by adding another trailer at some point next year if all continues to go well.

If you would like more info how you could ‘live your best life’ and set up your own Street Food business, get in contact today.

Call 01482 655020