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EXPANDING FALL MENU HORIZONS: PUMPKIN WHO?

Each year trendcasters predict the end of pumpkin spice, and each year it continues to reign. But who says that’s...

THE HOT LIST – FALL 2025

Experiential dining Social media-targeted recipes Super-sized salads Hispi cabbage Musubi Aperitivo bars Sourdough High-quality take-out Adaptogens Indulgence French onion pizza...

TIMELY TRENDS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON

SEASONAL CHECKLIST FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON RSS Baby Carrots RSS Bistro Butter Blend RSS Trimmed Green Beans RSS Diced Celery...

THE HOT LIST – SUMMER 2025

Social splurges Beef tallow Multiple sauces Celery leaf garnishes Flavor of the year: brown sugar Cheesy cocktails Ube More pickles!...

GLP-1 DIET DISHES

Move over keto, paleo, and intermittent fasting…chefs are now catering to this new generation of diets. High-protein and produce-centric dishes...

PLANT-BASED CAVIAR PEARLS

Produce caviars, finger lime pulp, fruity boba, edible pearls…these ingredients and techniques lend color, texture, and whimsy to dishes across...

A PUNCH OF COLOR

Add a shock of bold color to summer dishes to attract via social media. Create a wow dish that has...

FLAVOR TRIOS

Customers want to experience more! Offering mix & match flights of flavor draws customers looking for customization, variety, and value....

THE HOT LIST – SPRING 2025

Ramps Heirloom vegetables Functional foods Local sourcing “Kidulting” recipes Kumquats Savory coffees Cloud kitchens Complex pepper profiles No- or low-alc...

PLANT-FORWARD DINING

Whether flexitarian or vegetarian, the number of fruit- and vegetable-focused eaters continues to increase, making this market a budget-friendly opportunity...

HI-LO DINING

Diners love their childhood foods, especially when garnished with glam. Hi-lo dishes meet evolving customer wants while allowing restaurants to...

GLOBAL DUMPLINGS

Pierogis, gyozas, dim sum, samosas, empanadas, cepelinai, and wontons…humble dumplings go by many names. These familiar comfort foods can be...