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Is your restaurant green?
by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com
Even though going green may cost more than conventional items, consumers are willing to pay more for the opportunity; for them it is not an indulgence but a…
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A 30-brand restaurant tour of Australia
by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting
The focus on healthy menu attributes, such as grass-fed beef, antibiotic and hormone-free products, etc., seemed to be more prevalent than similar products in…
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Gluten-free beer finds its way
by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com
I can't tell you how many photos from friends I receive of restaurant bar menus that feature gluten-free beer. The photos are sent out of enthusiasm for the…
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What's in your kitchen?
by John Krebs — President, Axis Purchasing
Technology in food engineering and processing equipment coupled with better logistics has given companies the ability to specialize.
read nowJust Mayo vs. Mayonnaise: How the FDA restricts food innovation
by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting
The FDA established Standards of Identity for many products so that consumers were protected from mislabeled food product. But consumers today are more…
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In times of doubt, think outside the nutritional box
by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com
If you are still on the fence about whether you should provide menu items that are allergen- and/or gluten-free, provide a dish as a limited-time-offer to see…
read nowA case for produce management
by John Krebs — President, Axis Purchasing
Produce is hard to benchmark what you should be paying on a regular basis because there is no regularity to the product category.
read nowWhat are Any’tizers, Tanglers, Frisnacks or Wrappetizers?
by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting
Restaurants can sell snacks at premium profit margins and can be more exciting for guests than the traditional core menu.
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Exploring the role of whole grains in the food industry
by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group
'If you can pronounce the ingredients, it's probably good for you,' said Cynthia Harriman, director at Oldways and The Whole Grain Council.
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5 Reasons Beef Fits Fast Casual [infographic]
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
This infographic shows how beef menu items can help increase traffic and check spend at fast casual restaurants.
read nowInnovation at Korean Food Industry Show & Asia Food Forum
by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting
One of the major trends in South Korea is restaurant franchisee growth of U.S. branded knockoffs.
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The Sustainability playground: consumer drivers
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
Does your company have the ability to make the consumer feel safe?
read nowThe great bacon shortage
by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com
Meat prices will rise next year; keep your customers aware, manage your menu prices and promote items that use less animal protein.
read nowThe sustainability playground: sustainability defined
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
Sustainability can be broken into the branches of organic, local, seasonal, green and ethical.
read nowGame changers and shapers inspiring product development and innovation Part 2
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
Settings in demand during economic recovery include approachable, family friendly dining, vibrant, inspired, authentic and rustic.
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This Olympian doesnt want to be on a Wheaties box
by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com
Gold medalist learns new non-carb diet and realizes positive results.
read nowGame changers and shapers inspiring product development and innovation Part 1
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
The terms now capturing restaurant consumers' mindsets include simplicity, value, authenticity, playfulness, escapism, invigorating and risk taking.
read nowSome chains getting head start on menu transparency
by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com
Some chains, while they don't necessarily offer allergen-free dining experiences, do let you know what's in their dishes in a clear, concise manner so diners…
read nowDisharmonic harmony in trends 2012
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
Patterns shift based on their own trajectory regardless of corporate strategy planning.
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Start spreading the beverage news
by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America
The move by New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg to impose limitations on the size of sugar –based beverages permitted for sale in New York City (a 16-ounce limit…
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