5 1/2 Restaurant Trends for 2023

Oh hey look, another “2023 Trends” article. I’m sure your feeds are full of them, but let me tell you why this one matters. It’s not focused on a service that I happen to provide like so many other trend reports do. Instead, these trends are 100% derivative of patterns I’ve been seeing pop up […]

Restaurant Trend Predictions for 2022

Ah yes, it’s that time of the year, literally the last day, where we throw down some bold predictions for the restaurant industry. Not necessarily in what foods will be trending, but more focused on larger shifts and notable changes to be expected in 2022. This future-casting is fueled by our discussions with leaders on […]

7 pivotal trends for restaurants in 2021

2021 restaurant trends

It goes without saying that 2020 was a nightmare of a year for everyone around the globe. Our industry – the restaurant industry – has been, and continues to be, decimated by the pandemic and political leadership. Just because the calendar popped into a new year, doesn’t mean the challenges stop. yes, the pandemic is […]

The fresh food movement could be deadly for restaurants

Originally published on Adage.com Brands That Don’t Adapt to New Consumer Demands Could Suffer Steep discount promotions, décor upgrades and a few new menu options aren’t enough for restaurant chains confronting growing demand for unprocessed, higher-quality food. Consumers’ demand for fresher food and a unique brand experience continues to grow rapidly. New restaurant brands are […]

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