It comes as no surprise that the National Restaurant Association has named global flavors one of the industry’s biggest trends in its What’s Hot 2022 Culinary Forecast. The report notes ethnic foods typically score highly each year. One of the biggest reasons for ethnic food’s long-lasting popularity is the global mindset of millennial and Gen Z diners, who are now a core demographic for restaurants.
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Sweeten Your Profitability with Simple Desserts
No matter what, desserts will always be on trend. Coveted menu staples that offer comfort to diners and operators alike. For dessert lovers, they can feed the need for a little indulgence. For you, they can increase check size, making them the perfect way to add to your bottom line. If you want to sweeten your menu, here’s what you need to know.
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Making the Most of Mexican Pizza Mania
There’s been a recent craze over Mexican pizza. A dish that isn’t necessarily new but is being rediscovered, and let’s just say that love is real. So real, in fact, now is the time to cash in on its popularity. Yes, Mexican pizzas can be quite a profitable addition while still leaving room for all kinds of creativity. Let’s talk about the hype and what Mexican Pizza can do for you and your menu.
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4 Simple Ways To Make Your Sandwiches Stand Out
Sandwiches are a tried and true menu staple. People will always love them. And you can be more profitable by offering them. Seriously. Of the 3.3 sandwiches consumers eat every week, 60% are purchased away from home1. The challenge is how do you make your sammies stand out? Here are 4 simple ways to add more excitement to your sandwich menu.
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NRA Highlights: Perspectives from a Chef
For the first time in three years, the National Restaurant Show…happened! We had real conversations, real samples and we loved every real minute of it. Yes, being together live and in person was such a welcome change from where we’ve been. If you missed it — or just want a different perspective — read on to see what Dan Burrows, Consulting Chef for MegaMex Foods, experienced at the show.
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Meet the A-List Fruit of the Food Industry
Native to Mexico, avocados have been a mainstay of Mexican cuisine for centuries. More recently, however, their popularity has exploded across the U.S. and around the world1. Here’s a look at what’s fueling all this avocado love and what it means for you and your menu.
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The Power of One Ingredient
Looking to make your menu more adventurous, exciting AND profitable? Sure. Who isn’t? The biggest challenge is, well, all those labor challenges. That’s where we can help. Check out these speed-scratch flavor enhancers that can turn everyday staples into tasty menu faves in one simple step.
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Latin American Cuisine: Why It’s Got Our Attention Right Now
The foods of Latin America are as diverse as the region itself, and we’re seeing these distinct flavors show up in a variety of menu applications.
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More Fun, More Profits: Simple Tips for Your Cinco Celebrations
What’s the secret to a more profitable Cinco de Mayo? Plan ahead. That’s right, a little more planning can go a long way when it comes to your Cinco celebrations, and we can help make it easy. Read on to see how you can dial up the fun, increase order size and reap the rewards.
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