Tough to say, easier to spot: 5 ingredient trends going mainstream
Since the surge of Sriracha, other hard-to-pronounce ingredients have been gradually popping up on menus, giving consumers both practice with tongue twisters and opportunities for exotic dining adventures. Here's a look at some striking ingredients on the rise.
Menu predictions for winter ingredients
Even though we’re in the heart of summer, menu development plans for winter are underway. Here are a few ideas for keeping your options on trend.
Like its sibling restaurant Le Pigeon, Little Bird Bistro in Portland, Ore., is a playground for adventurous palates. “We have whole roasted marrow bones, lots of foie gras, a charcuterie board with six items made in house, a lot of tongue and blood sausage,” explains executive chef Erik Van Kley. He shares his inspiration and preparation tips for his award-winning, dinner-for-two entrée, Whole Rabbit Porchetta, an ideal addition to the restaurant’s meat-centric menu.