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Let's taco bout it. An Indiana judge may have ignited a fiery debate among food enthusiasts by declaring tacos and burritos 'Mexican-style sandwiches.' But this ruling goes beyond just toppings and tortillas, highlighting the tension between cultural identity and trying to categorize something unfamiliar into existing frameworks. That's quite the open-face sandwich. Fort Wayne...that's where the new sandwich designation applies for a zoning permit at a small mall of all things. I'm not bringing up the issue of hot dogs. Of course, if the legal precedent spreads its influence across the state and country, many restaurant owners may end up having to change their menus and how they think about food. Et tu, Greek gyros, Indian naan wraps, or Vietnamese banh mi? In the scheme of things, the ruling probably won't generate social and political furor on the scale of say, the 2020 Presidential election. But passion for separating tacos from sandwiches can rival the fierceness of some long-standing cultural debates. Tacos and burritos are more than sandwiches in creatively folded starch holders. And they're certainly more than egg salad and PB&J between slices of bread (crust removed, please). Applying that logic will certainly make reorganizing menu categories more challenging for restaurant owners, and we haven't even gotten to plant-based and faux lab meats yet. From a cultural standpoint, the 'taco is a sandwich' ruling risks trivializing the unique heritage of Mexican cuisine by squeezing it into a familiar Western category. In other words, it overlooks the cultural context that gave rise to the taco, diminishing its significance beyond just a handheld food. In a world where people are increasingly stuck in their echo chambers, we seem to be minimizing our cultural differences rather than celebrating them. Should we be so grilled cheesygoing? A taco will always be a taco whatever we call it. Here's hoping that all of us (ok, perhaps that may be overly ambitious) understand a hamburger as a sandwich, and a taco isn't, zoning permit aside. Call it a taco sandwich at your own risk https://lnkd.in/gxwimdgs #food #taco #burrito #culture #heritage #indiana #restaurant #diversity

It’s one of the most popular foods in America, but there are a few critical things you need to know before opening a pizza restaurant. Our recent article looks at everything you need to know, from selecting the right location to planning the menu and choosing the best equipment. Read it at https://lnkd.in/gJpp2949 #RestaurantEquippers

We’ve compiled a list of the top ten football foods to include on your restaurant menu. What is YOUR go to gameday food? 🏈 🍗 Check out our list here: https://bit.ly/4crsoDu #restaurantmarketing #menuideas #restauranttips #partstowntips

Looking for some good eats in Gary, IN? Look no further! Check out these top 10 must-try restaurants that the locals can't get enough of. From handcrafted beers at 18th Street Brewery to soulful dishes at Miller Bakery Cafe, there's something for everyone. Question: What's your favorite restaurant in Gary? #GaryIN #FoodieParadise #LocalFavorites #blog https://lnkd.in/gCDaZ6w3

In a survey of over 500 diners going to restaurants, 70% said they would go to a restaurant with bad service if their food was good. Is that the same for you?  Read more in the link below about how diners’ reasons for choosing a restaurant; it has always been my belief that the intent in going to a location is the whole idea of proximity advantage, AKA “location, location, location” So, would you go to a restaurant with bad service but good food?  https://lnkd.in/gAGetJ2D

The Menu Matters LLC Monthly Minute August newsletter is out! In this edition: - Discover which sense consumers would give up in order to enhance their other senses when dining out. - Learn whether consumers find more enjoyment in anticipating a meal or reminiscing about it after the fact. - Find our "Hot List" -- restaurant, food, and other recommendations from myself and Maeve Webster - See what consumers said when we asked them about their favorite restaurant experience so far this year. Which brands did they mention? Which meal was so good it made one respondent cry? Find it all in this month's edition. If you aren't signed up for our newsletter, you can quickly get on the list here: https://lnkd.in/gzUTY_rZ

You've probably thought frequently about WHERE the best restaurants are but have you ever thought about the best WAY to eat at a restaurant? In episode #59, David Page ,the creator of the hit show "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" teaches us how to approach eating at a restaurant to get the best value and best meal. These strategies could improve your dining out experience! #dinersdriveinsanddives

If you’re not serving fried chicken out of a Henny Penny fryer, let’s talk. Check out the success that Vern’s Place is having by offering fried chicken. Johnson Pike and Henny Penny knows fried chicken. #FriedChicken #PressureFryer #HoldingCabinet #HennyPennyBreading

Have you eaten at this Sandwich restaurant yet? It's one of the highest rated in Boerne! Creating a home you love where you can grow, rest, and belong begins with finding a home. #loveyourhome #texashillcountry #magnoliarealty #dailyrentals #texasrealestate #creativefinancing