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Consumer Trends

Consumer trends, insights and preferences

Consumer Trends

4 ways restaurants can appeal to African-American diners

 By Brett Dworski on Nov. 10, 2017

Authenticity and kitchen cleanliness, among other traits, stick out to the consumer group.

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5 chains with the most improved consumer satisfaction

 By Heather Lalley on Apr. 20, 2018

Which brands have shown the most progress in consumer satisfaction scores in the last year?

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3 ways young consumers will change restaurants’ booze business

By Jill Failla on Dec. 13, 2016

Consumers between the ages of 21 and 34 are transforming the alcoholic beverage market at restaurants and bars. The new On-Premise Intelligence Report from Technomic and the Beverage Marketing Corp. shows how.

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4 consumer insights on discount dining

By Jill Failla on May 16, 2017

Here are four ways consumers are currently seeking discounts when dining out.

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The rewards of engaging in corporate social responsibility

Sep. 13, 2010

Every business, regardless of size, should acknowledge its responsibility to the community as a whole. By doing so, you also attract the more socially conscious customer. According to American Express Market Brief, restaurant patrons are most concerned about working conditions and wages for employees and environmental issues.

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Alcohol Consumption on the Rise

Nov. 09, 2010

With the economic slump continuing and the already vast selection of beers, wines and liquors on the market growing in size and scope, it is no wonder that a recent Gallup poll indicates that the rate of alcohol consumption among Americans is at a 25-year high.

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Hispanic food and beverage market still seeing substantial growth

Jun. 02, 2011

The Latino cuisine market is still seeing double-digit growth, garnered by the rapidly expanding Hispanic population in the United Sates as well as increased interest by non-Latino fans of the food.

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Weather put a big chill in northeast sales

Nov. 11, 2011

The area’s freakish weather contributed to a 4.4 percent year-over-year decline in sales and a 5.9 percent drop in traffic for restaurants open at least a year.

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The Week in Franchising, March 6

Mar. 06, 2012

A roundup of developments affecting franchisees and franchisors.

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Vegetables grow more interesting

Aug. 13, 2012

Move over carrots and broccoli. A variety of “new” vegetables is showing up on restaurant plates. And it’s not happening in fine dining alone. Many chain and casual concepts are incorporating items like kale, beets and Brussels sprouts on their menus—inspired by chef-driven dishes at more upscale spots.

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