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Trends and Insights

As our industry changes, adapting is essential. Check back often for new insights, data, and trends.
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Want Profits? Say Cheese!

Cheese is so versatile that it fits with comfort foods and heightens haute cuisine. Learn more uses for the endless variety of cheeses. We have recipes and serving ideas.

Customers Want to Customize, Let Them!

Have-It-Your-Way Cuisine is only getting bigger. Let customers customize orders and watch your profits soar. Find out how customization can work for you.

Create Craveable Dishes with Sauces and Condiments

Sauces and condiments add oomph to recipes, and to sales! Learn the latest variations on classics, along with new ideas to keep adventurous patrons’ palates happy.

Comfort Foods Add Comfy Profits

Comfort foods are consistent best-sellers, but drive sales even higher by adding a twist to comfort classics. Learn which global, ethnic, and premium comfort concepts will fit your operation.

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3 Ways to Court Price Conscious Consumers

People haven’t stopped eating out; they just do so less frequently. Learn how to make sure you bring in those customers. Here are 3 key factors to keep in mind.

How to Put Profits at the Top of Your Holiday List

The holiday season offers so many opportunities for extra profits. Discover easy ways to finish the year with a profit flourish. Plus get timesaving prep tips and party ideas.

Mashups: An Unlikely, and Profitable, Trend

Mashups are unlikely combinations of flavors and cultures that produce foods like Korean tacos. The trend is accelerating. Learn how you can combine flavors and cultures for profits.

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13 Ways to Step Up Your Marketing

Industry sales are predicted to hit a record $709 billion this year. That means big opportunities for you. Learn what tactics attract new customers so you can profit from the surge.

Step Up Your Burger Game!

Satisfy the eternal demand for burgers—but set yourself apart from the crowd—with customization. Innovative toppings, “inside-out” burgers, and other hot trends that can help your burger sales sizzle.

Versatile Cream Sauce: Easy and Elegant

White sauce (béchamel) is basic to dozens of dishes. Learn how to put your signature spin on this classic and keep your customers coming back for more.

Five New Ways to Update the Classic Potato

Learn how to coax new profits out of the classic potato. We have the latest recipes for everything from trendy poutine to simple fried potatoes tossed in sea salt and herbs.

Get Your Menu Ready for Cooler Weather

Now’s the time to get your menu ready for the cooler months ahead—time for soups, stews, roasts, and casseroles. Get up to date on the best-tasting, low-prep comfort recipes for a super winter sales season.

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