Consumer Trends

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Consumer Trends

Chefs’ most startling trend predictions for 2016

The NRA’s annual forecast of restaurant-menu trends, based on a survey of 1,600 chefs, listed a number of familiar currents. But then there were the jaw-droppers, including these.

Consumer Trends

6 restaurant openings that are likely to make a splash

Some are big hitters from big names, and others we’re just plain curious about.

In addition to measuring chains’ operational attributes, Technomic also rated their connections to consumers through a series of questions designed to gauge loyalty and perception of a brand.

Eateries are extending the daypart by catering to consumers who eat two small morning meals.

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

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

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