The Flavors of May 17th: Meet the Food Vendors Fueling This Year’s Monadnock Area Cars & Culture Show
Every car show has its distinct rhythm. You hear it in the rumbling of engines, the eager chatter around a freshly polished build, the giggles of kids tugging their parents toward the next row of cars. But there’s an additional layer to that rhythm, the smell of food drifting across the fairgrounds, pulling people together long before they even see the first chrome bumper.
On Sunday, May 17th, the Cheshire Fairgrounds won’t just be a gathering of classics, customs, imports, bikes, and trucks. It’ll be a feast of flavor, thanks to a lineup of food vendors who each bring their own personality, story, and style to the day.
These aren’t just vendors. They’re part of the culture we’re building.
Let’s introduce you
🌭 Toasty Buns Grilled Hot Dogs & Lemonade
Some things just belong at a car show, and a grilled hot dog is one of them. Toasty Buns brings that reminiscent,, summer‑day energy with perfectly grilled dogs and lemonade that tastes like a ray of sun in a cup. They’re the vendor you spot from across the fairgrounds because everyone walking away from their trailer looks like they just found their happy place.
🍗 802 Soul Kitchen
The 802 Soul Kitchen is all about comfort food with heart. Marcel’s Vermont‑meets‑Southern soul food has a way of touching people. Mac & cheese, greens, fried foods, and more. You smell it before you see it, and once you take that first bite, you’re hooked. It’s the kind of food that makes you want to grab your friends and say, “You need to try this.”
🍣 The Sushi Class
Sushi at a car show? Absolutely — and it works better than you’d expect. The Sushi Class brings fresh, handcrafted rolls that add a truly unique touch to the day. Their booth always draws curious visitors who walk away as instant fans. It shows that car culture is bigger and more creative than ever. If you came expecting the same kind of car show food, you will be surprised.
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🍺 Frogg Brewing
A local brewery with a loyal following, Frogg Brewing brings the kind of craft‑brew personality that fits right in with the community‑led car show. Whether someone’s relaxing after a long morning of detailing or just enjoying the atmosphere, Frogg Brewing adds a laid‑back, social vibe that makes the fairgrounds feel like a neighborhood block party. And you will want to check out their Big Ass Pretzels.
🍦 The Cruisin’ Cow
Nothing says “car show” like ice cream on a warm spring day. (Just don’t get it on the cars!) The Cruisin’ Cow is pure joy on wheels — kids sprint toward it, adults pretend they’re “just getting something for the kids,” and everyone ends up smiling with a cone in hand. It’s the perfect cool‑down between checking out builds.
🥙 Mama Maria’s Gyros & More
Mama Maria’s brings that bold and savory Mediterranean flavor that stands out in the best way. Their gyros are packed, flavorful, and unforgettable — the kind of food you smell from a distance and immediately start scanning the fairgrounds to find. They add a global twist to the day that people love.
🥪 CC&D’s Kitchen • Market
CC&D’s is the definition of homemade comfort. Their food shows that it was made by someone who genuinely cares about feeding people well. It’s hearty, satisfying, and perfect for anyone who wants something real and delicious before heading back out to wander the rows of cars.
Why This Lineup Matters
Food vendors aren’t just a convenience — they’re part of the pulse of the event. event. They give families a place to gather, give kids something to look forward to, and give everyone a reason to stick around a little longer. This year’s lineup reflects exactly what Monadnock Area Cars & Culture is all about:
community, variety, and a whole lot of personality.
Whether you’re grabbing a hot dog, diving into soul food, cooling off with ice cream, sipping a local brew, trying sushi, or enjoying a gyro or kebab, you’re part of the story we’re building together.
See You May 17th
Bring your appetite.
Bring your friends.
Bring your love for cars, bikes, trucks, and good food.
The engines will be loud.
The vibes will be high.
And the food?
Unforgettable.
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