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January 26, 2023
Familiarity is a key food and beverage purchase consideration for 68% of consumers—which is one reason why offering menu items that incorporate retro formats and ingredients, an approach sometimes referred to as newstalgia, is one of this year’s most anticipated menu trends.1
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Brain Gain: A.I. Cooks Up Smarter Ways for Restaurants to Operate
October 3, 2023
Artificial intelligence is creating and cooking recipes to increase output and versatility. Track the trends as A.I. revolutionizes foodservice.
Spreading It Thick: How Sauces Are Feeding Business In a Big Way
August 15, 2023
Particularly popular among millennials and Gen Zers, sauces are spreading across social media. Explore the latest sauces trending at big restaurant chains.
Asian Flavors & Formats Feed Dessert Inspiration
February 28, 2023
Flavors found in a number of dishes traditionally served in Southeast Asia are helping to inspire creative dessert menu options with widespread appeal.
All About Newstalgia in Desserts
January 26, 2023
Tweaking familiar dishes to include a new flavor or format could be the menu addition that will pique consumer interest and help increase sales.
Autumn Appetites: Consumers Fall for a Shift in Seasonal Flavors
October 4, 2022
Pumpkin-themed LTOs return to menus, but fresh takes on fall flavors are trending . Explore research revealing how tastes are changing with the season.
Beverages and Desserts Fuel Flavor Inspiration
September 20, 2022
Inspired by classic beverage elements, operators are creating new dessert menu items — as well as drinks that feature dessert flavors.
Time-Honored Elements from Latin Cuisine Are Enhancing Dessert Menus
July 5, 2022
Find out what traditional flavors from cuisine that originated in Mexico and other Latin countries are being incorporated into today’s desserts.
Easy Does It: Restaurants Find Comfort Food Sales Satisfying
March 9, 2021
Comfort food classics and contemporary takes have surged during COVID-19. Explore the latest trends in tried-and-true favorites that feed the bottom line.
No Chickening Out: Big Chains Dig in to Win the Chicken Sandwich Wars
February 9, 2021
Sales of chicken sandwiches continue to soar as chains step up efforts to capitalize on the trend. Explore the latest chicken sandwich product launches.
All's Well That Delivers Wellness: Better-for-You Foodservice Trend Moves Forward with Meal Delivery
May 19, 2020
COVI9-19 has caused consumers to be more cautious and wellness-oriented in their foodservice choices. Learn how meal kits and delivery help them adapt.
Stay In, Dig In: Family Meals Feed Need for Ease and Convenience
May 12, 2020
Sheltering families are hungry for convenient, budget-friendly meals. Explore the foodservice trend of family-oriented takeout and delivery options.
The Millennial Snacking Effect
May 19, 2016
So, take note of the following millennial-inspired trends this season, and use our tips and recipes to get the most out of your snack offerings.
