Mellors Catering Services, the award-winning school food provider, has officially launched its latest foodie innovation—the Tuk Truck—a vibrant mobile street food experience that’s set to shake up school lunchtimes across the North of England and the Midlands.
Get ready to embark on a flavour-packed journey around the world, as the Tuk Truck rolls into schools bringing a unique blend of education, culture and seriously tasty dishes right to students’ mealtimes – no passport required! Pupils can explore exciting cuisines and global cultures through food—turning lunchtimes into a tantalising foodie adventure… it’s going to be a “wheelie” tasty adventure!
The Tuk Truck was officially unveiled on Tuesday 13th May 2025 at Westfield School in Sheffield, chosen for its strong focus on student wellbeing, inclusion and encouragement of new experiences. The event marked a major milestone for Mellors as the company celebrates 30 years in the contract catering industry.
As a family-run business, Mellors is known for delivering fresh ideas to school dining—and the Tuk Truck is no exception. Following the success of their iconic Big Red Bus, this new initiative is designed to inspire students to explore new tastes, develop a positive relationship with healthy food, and learn about cultures through cuisine.
“The Tuk Truck is more than just a fun way to serve lunch—it’s an invitation for young people to try something new, discover flavours from around the world, and learn about different cultures in a delicious and engaging way,” said Danielle Watkins, Head of Nutrition and Food Development at Mellors.
Danielle was joined by Andy Walker, Mellors Chief Operations Officer, for the ribbon-cutting ceremony which welcomed 30 students, selected for their excellent attendance and behaviour, alongside school staff and trust representatives.
From the bustling markets of Thailand to the bold flavours of Mexico, Italy, China and Greece, the Tuk Truck serves up an ever-changing menu of authentic street food dishes developed by Mellors expert Food Development Chefs. Each dish tells a story!
Each dish is served with a side of culture—offering students a chance to learn about the origins, ingredients, and stories behind the food.
At Mellors, food is more than just fuel—it’s a gateway to learning, discovery, and inclusion. The Tuk Truck is a travelling classroom on wheels, serving up culture and educational foodie experiences along with every meal.
Tony Trainor, CEO of Mellors, shared: “The Tuk Truck is a real passion project and the perfect way to celebrate our 30th anniversary. It brings together everything we stand for—fresh thinking, fun experiences, and making a meaningful difference at lunchtime. We’re thrilled with the response so far.”
Tony added, “We’re always exploring new innovative ways to raise the bar in school catering and push boundaries—creating fun, engaging, and educational food experiences that encourage students to enjoy fresh, nutritious meals. The Tuk Truck is a great example of this, sparking interest in world cultures and cuisines while making mealtimes memorable.”
The Tuk Truck is now officially on tour, and it could be stopping at a school near you soon. Whether it’s for a special event or just to brighten up lunchtime, the Tuk Truck promises a global taste experience students won’t forget.
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