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Trends and Insights

As our industry changes, adapting is essential. Check back often for new insights, data, and trends.
Global Inspiration In A Glass

Global Inspiration In A Glass

Flavors to Watch Trend Report: Chapter 3 Summary

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Boost Dishes With A Dash Of Spice

Flavors to Watch Trend Report: Chapter 1 Summary

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Now Trending: Your Fast Casual Restaurant

Inspire guest engagement through experiential and visual appeal.

12 Ways to Add Health and Appetite Appeal to Your Menu

12 Ways to Add Health and Appetite Appeal to Your Menu

What do patrons want, better-for-you menu items or indulgent ones? Learn how to balance the two and please more customers. We have pointers and recipes.

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Fast Casual Menus Rise & Shine with Breakfast Served Anytime

Breakfast ingredients boost sales across dayparts.

Stir It Up: Mix Bonus Series

Stir Up Sales with Flavor-Forward Tips and Menu Ideas Your Customers Will Love

Successful food service items start with craveable flavor. This series is designed to provide operators with the ultimate toolkit for creating and customizing delicious signature items, easily and profitably.

Summer Beverage Trends, from Simple to Artisanal

Warmer weather brings a change in beverage preferences. Get ready with new ideas for juices, smoothies, iced coffee and tea, and more. Create signature drinks, then start promoting.

Signature Soups Spur Sales

Soup is a kitchen classic that doesn’t have to be boring. Liven up your menu with these soup ideas. Your customers will love your signatures.

Flavor Power: Easy Plus-One Ideas

THIRD IN A SERIES: Plus One is a simple concept: Take a basic flavor-building ingredient and make it better by adding a second one. This gives you even more ways to multiply your flavors.

Clean, Simple, and Sensational

Clean, Simple, and Sensational

The ingredient switch from complex to uncomplicated. 

Boost Sales with Fresh Pairings

Boost Sales with Fresh Pairings

Develop food and beverage combos with special appeal for the Fast Casual customer.

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Marketing Strategies for the Millennial Generation

Discover the exciting news about Millennial diners–they’re adventurous and have money to spend. Learn to market to this important segment. 

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