As states across the country loosen their cannabis laws, operators are keeping an eye on its potential menu applications. Meanwhile, diners, especially younger ones, are seeking foods that can help reduce stress or improve digestion, among other body-optimizing attributes. Thirty-two percent of adult consumers say they are willing to pay more for foods high in antioxidants, while 24% say the same of those deemed anti-inflammatory, according to Technomic’s Healthy Eating Report.
CANNABIS/HEMP
Growth 14.3%
Superfood Hemp Burger at Mendocino Farms
GOJI BERRY
Growth 14.8%
Filipino Chickin’ Adobo Bowl with goji berries at Veggie Grill
MACA (pictured)
Growth 37.5%
Thunderbird Hazelnut Coffee Maca bar at Snap Kitchen
Source: Technomic Ignite Menu Data