November 18, 2012
No.3 Back-to-scratch cooking
Much like fashion, restaurant trends are often cyclical, as what was "in" way back then sometimes comes back into style. Case in point: made-from-scratch cooking is making a comeback. Mom-and-pop diners aren't the only ones serving up dishes created the old-fashion way. Thanks to an increasing interest in healthy food options and more sustainable menu selections, back-to-scratch cooking has gained momentum within the restaurant industry and is well positioned for future popularity.
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