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Consumer Trends

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Consumer Trends

Consumers give fast casuals a raise

The maximum prices that consumers say they are willing to pay for fast-casual meals have gone up over the past two years, according to a recent study from Technomic.

Chains ranking highest in their competitive set deliver more than just good food. They’re winning in all aspects of the dining experience, from service to convenience.

New Technomic research reveals three chain pizzas that have a ways to go in craveability.

Consumers’ most craved restaurant chicken wings don't only come from wings concepts.

OpenTable diners reveal which restaurants won them over this year.

Which foodservice segments are snagging the attention of Gen Z, the younger siblings of the much-ballyhooed millennials? Their spending power is rising, so how do you capture their attention? Read on to find out.

Millennials are the most reliant on foodservice of all generations, finds Technomic. They also drive off-premise dining, including takeout and delivery.

Consumers share which preparations and ingredients they increasingly prefer for chicken served at restaurants, shows new Technomic research.

And most of the increased business should be incremental, with no loss by traditional leaders like pizza chains.

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