Food

Food trends and recipes to keep menus fresh

Food

Sandwiches go beyond the bun

As the competition in the sandwich category stacks up higher, operators are looking for ways to give their sandwich menus cachet. Many are trading up to better bread.

Food

Sides slide to center of plate

The protein-and-sides equation that once defined a typical restaurant meal is giving way to a new formula.

The James Beard Foundation is hosting the 3rd annual Blended Burger Project™, which kicks off Memorial Day, 2017.

Cooking oil will last longer and produce better results if restaurants follow three basic rules: keep it clean, keep it at the right temperature and keep a watchful eye on it.

While Asian fare, from Japanese noodle bowls to Korean fried chicken, is a huge hit with today’s consumers, its popularity is only going to continue to boom.

With more consumers expressing an interest in “free-from” foods, operators across segments are taking a more transparent approach to menu creation. Here’s a peek at the chains jumping on the clean-label trend.

As burgers continue to rise in popularity, the James Beard Foundation is gearing up to host the 3rd annual Blended Burger Project™.

The most popular buns add flavor to sandwiches without overshadowing the fillings—and can prompt diners to spend a bit more.

As consumers redefine what healthy means, ingredients with natural health benefits are poised to grow on menus.

Consumers continue to show interest in clean, natural ingredients on restaurant menus. And it’s easy to see why.

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