menu trends

Ethnic isn’t slowing down—and 4 other menu trends set to gain steam in 2018

By Sara Rush Wirth on Dec. 05, 2017

Many current trends will continue to grow next year, per the National Restaurant Association’s annual What’s Hot forecast, which brings global influences to the forefront.

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7 regional menu hits poised for discovery

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 25, 2017

Local favorites like half-smokes and finger steaks may not be widely known outside of certain areas, but that could change.

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5 takeaways from new Chicago restaurants

By Patricia Cobe on May 22, 2017

Ideas to steal for your operation from the 2017 Taste the Trends dine-around.

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Comfort food makes a comeback

Sponsored content from our partner AdvancePierre® Foods on Aug. 30, 2017

Homestyle ingredients and dishes can offer an experience that’s nostalgic and familiar—which is why comfort foods never go out of style.

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6 last-minute holiday treat recipes

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 13, 2017

These six quick recipes for festive sweets, snacks and drinks come to the rescue with Christmas and New Year’s around the corner.

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Technomic: Tracking the fry trend

By Restaurant Business Staff on Feb. 07, 2017

News that Wendy’s added Bacon Ranch Fries to its lineup prompted a passionate discussion on craveable sides here at the Restaurant Business editorial office.

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