It's sad but it's true. Soup season has ended for us early.
Due to a commitment next week we have closed down the soup trailer early. This year we did not keep track of the amount of soup we sold like we have in the past. I know that will disappoint Harry and Jim because I know they live for those stats. However I will add that for our last big event, which was a three day event, we ended up selling 17 gallons of soup.
We did 61 events this year. Down 30 events from our first year. We have finally learned what events are decent and which ones are not. Live and learn. By doing fewer events, we have drastically lowered our food costs and controlled the waste so much better.
The questions we get from people still make me laugh. Like "Do you take cash?" For the record, we do. And because of that so many people bring us hundred dollar bills. We are thinking of changing our name to Lone Pine Soup Co. and Bank.
Another favorite question I like to hear is that when people order, they want their food to go. Cracks me up every time.
We did a lot of new events this year, some that Lisa has been trying to get in for years, finally paying off. We met a lot of great people at some fun events. We thank everyone who has helped support us.
Now it is time to rest and hibernate for the winter. We will see what next season brings. Until then.
Adieu!
