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Consumer Trends

Consumer trends, insights and preferences

Consumer Trends

Fast-casual consumers: Who are they?

 By Mary Chapman on Feb. 16, 2016

Part of what makes fast casual a winning formula is the segment’s refusal to follow an all-things-for-all-people mentality.

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Where restaurant trendsetters prefer to eat

 By Lauren Hallow, Alaina Lancaster and Benita Gingerella on Nov. 10, 2016

Hardcore dining-out fans reveal what types of restaurants are catching their fancy. The foodies' preferences might surprise you.

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3 trendlettes to watch for April

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 03, 2017

Springtime signals changes in the industry for operators.

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This week’s restaurant nightmares: Pumpkin spice abominations

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 04, 2017

Has the pumpkin spice craze gone too far? Check out these examples before you answer.

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The 5 types of drinkers

By Brett Dworski on Jan. 29, 2018

Get to know the consumers spending on booze at restaurants—and those who aren’t.

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So Long, Dining Rooms

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 12, 2017

As off-premise continues to grow, an omnichannel approach may be on the horizon.

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A new playbook for kids’ health

By Patricia Cobe on May 30, 2013

Kids’ menus are proliferating, and many chains have started programs expressly to address childhood obesity. But it’s not clear how much of an impact they might have on the one-third of American children who are overweight, according to speakers who shared new insights during the RLC on promoting childhood health.

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Trendspotting at the Summer Fancy Food Show

Aug. 25, 2010

The 56th Summer Fancy Food Show, organized by the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade (NAFST), took place from June 27-29 in New York City. It’s the largest marketplace for specialty food and beverages in the U.S., with 2,400 exhibitors from 80 countries showcasing 180,000 products. The NAFST picked a panel of food experts to spot the major trends at the show. Here's what stood out.

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How Hispanic customers use restaurants

Apr. 17, 2011

Hispanics make up 16 percent of the U.S. population, according to 2010 census figures. This group makes 9.8 billion restaurant visits a year, but how and when they visit depends on their primary language. Recent NPD foodservice research revealed the following differences.

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Make room for more fruits and vegetables

Apr. 11, 2011

The government's recently released 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans puts a strong emphasis on increased consumption of produce. In fact, consumers are encouraged to "make half their plates" fruits and vegetables.

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