trends and insights

Trends and Insights

As our industry changes, adapting is essential. Check back often for new insights, data, and trends.

Discover Zippy, Zesty On-Trend Sauces

A splash or drizzle of an exciting sauce is all you need to lift a dish to the next level. We have eight awesome sauce ideas that you can use today. Get on trend now.

Discover Why Asian Noodles Are on So Many Menus

Noodle dishes are everywhere in Asia. Discover some great variations—from ramen to lo mein to experimental mashups. Patrons love the flavors and textures of the East.

A Cup of Questions

Today’s specialty coffee drinkers want answers — can you share the who’s, what’s, and where’s of your beans?

Comfort Food Season Is Here. Get the eBook now.

Warming, soothing, and satisfying comfort food is about to hit its peak season. Get winter-ready with our free eBook filled with updated and on-trend comfort food recipes. 

Coffee-mate Natural Bliss Vanilla Flavor Liquid Creamer Singles for Foodservice

Nestlé Coffee-mate Natural Bliss Vanilla Flavor Liquid Creamer Singles. The first and only all-natural ambient creamer singles in foodservice.

Chilaquiles

Go beyond breakfast with Chef-mate. See how you can add versatility to your breakfast food offerings.

Check Out These New Blended Beverage Ideas

Blended beverages range from classic juice-based smoothies to frozen blended coffee and beyond. Find out some of the top trends in this ever-popular drink category.

Bring New Style to Comfort Classics

Comfort food gladdens the heart, but even the classics can use an update. Learn how just a touch of international flair can lift the simple to sensational. Read our tips, here.

Blend Global Flavors Into Plant-Based Cooking

Enhance your plant-based offerings with flavor cues from India, Asia, Mexico, and the Mediterranean. Your patrons will love a touch of global interest.

Beverages: The New Wave of Profits

Beverage sales are vital to your profitability. Learn how to develop signature flavors and styles to keep the category productive. We have ideas and recipes. 

Add Pizzazz to Your Cocktail Program

Cocktails continue to be a profitable category. Discover the trends and innovations that can keep your cocktail program’s momentum going. We have ideas and recipes, here.

9 Great Ways to Menu More Chicken

Operators and customers love chicken for its versatility and low food cost. Keep everyone happy with nine great ideas on how to build poultry profits.

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