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Before we go forward let’s back it up, and recap. So grab some cake and fire up Netflix, here are the top food & beverage trends of 2023 according to Food & Wine. https://lnkd.in/gf3EejMP #trends2023 #foodandbeverage #marketing #foodanddrink

Bowl food is the dining trend that took over American cuisine — but why now? If your grandparents always seem a little uncomfortable at Chipotle, it’s because for years American cuisine featured food items neatly separated on a plate. To them, bowl food came out of nowhere — only it didn’t. Predictive cultural intelligence helped restauranteurs anticipate the bowl food trend in the 90s. Here are the signs they saw: 1. It’s healthy. The growing trend towards healthy foods that maximized flavor served as an ideal market niche for bowl food. 2. It’s customizable. The growing popularity of Subway sandwiches showed restauranteurs the power of a meal assembled to the wishes of the customer. 3. It’s “shareable.” Bowl food and its array of bright colors and different ingredients made it a perfectly “shareable” food for social media. What’s the next dining trend that takes America by storm? #businessintelligence #marketresearch #consumerinsights

"Don't cheap out" is my new favorite phrase. I spend a lot of time working with operators to explore the difference between premium fruit purees and those that have a bunch of added ingredients and dyes. It only takes a side-by-side comparison of one beverage to clearly illustrate the difference. It's not unlike comparing a real strawberry to a strawberry-flavored hard candy. If you want to add menu items that have high acceptance rates and a lot of staying power, you need to look at the ingredients and make sure you're not cheaping out because good menu items start with good ingredients. #foodandbeverageinsights #beverageinsights #beveragemenu #fruitpurees #realingredients #foodandbeverage

What a menu should include? A well-structured menu for a restaurant typically includes the following elements. Categories: Organize items into logical categories such as appetizers, soups, salads, main courses, desserts, beverages, etc. Names: Clear and descriptive names for each dish that convey the ingredients or style of preparation. Prices: List the price of each dish to inform customers of the cost. Portions or Sizes: Specify portion sizes or options if applicable (e.g., small, regular, large). Images: High-quality images of select dishes can enhance visual appeal and help customers make decisions. #Restaurant #Categories #Prices #Images

Unlock the secret to success for your restaurant with strategic advertising! 🌟 Boost visibility, attract new customers, and keep regulars coming back for more. From mouthwatering visuals to irresistible promos, advertising is your recipe for thriving in the competitive food industry. Ready to sizzle? Let's make your restaurant the talk of the town! 🍽️ #RestaurantAdvertising #DineInSuccess 🚀 #foodbusiness #food #restaurant #cafe

Here's a really cool article discussing some of the new and exciting LTO items customers are seeing at restaurants... LTO's: - Generate Excitement: Limited Time Offers create a buzz among customers, encouraging them to visit before the item is gone. - Drive Traffic: Introducing unique items for a limited time attracts customers looking for something new, boosting foot traffic. - Test New Ideas: LTOs allow restaurants to experiment with new menu items, gathering feedback before permanent additions. - Seasonal Appeal: Capitalizing on seasonal ingredients or themes, LTOs like Starbucks' Pumpkin Spiced Latte are a hit every fall. https://lnkd.in/gqRM9EvT #Restaurants #LimitedTimeOffers #Innovation #CustomerExperience

🤔What is Food Cost? Food cost = the total cost of ingredients needed to create a dish. So if a dish costs $5 to make and is sold for $20, the food cost percentage would be 25%. 📈 Keeping food costs in check helps maintain profitability. If food costs are too high, profit margins shrink, making it harder to keep your restaurant afloat. #smallbiztips #restaurant

With a decline in pub visits, there's been a noticeable impact on the purchase share of classic pub fare, according to recent data from Lumina Intelligence Eating and Drinking Out Panel. Chips/wedges/fries and burgers have seen a dip of -9.9ppts and -8.4ppts respectively. This trend highlights fewer pub occasions, which are directly influencing the demand for traditional favourites. On the flip side, the rise in restaurant occasions reflects an interesting surge in steak and pasta dishes this year. Learn more about Lumina Intelligence EDOP: https://lnkd.in/dvVn2h9 #marketinsights #marketreasearch #foodanddrink #foodanddrinkindustry #pubsandbars #chips #burgers

#RBFirm 🍽️POOR QUALITY OF FOOD IS WORSE THAN BAD CUSTOMER SERVICE The reason why customers come to your restaurant is, primarily, to eat delicious food. But what if your customers aren't getting what they’re paying for? 🍽️This may sound basic but the fact is that, failure to deliver on this basic expectation, is a direct route to discouraging return visits. There's more to consider than just taste. The origin of the ingredients used, the quality and shelf-life of the said ingredients, whether the food is consistently freshly prepared, are all sensitive considerations. You can’t expect your customers to enjoy their meals when you don’t prioritize their desire. RBFirmNigeria We believe we can only work with you to re-define your restaurants. #restaurants #restaurantowners #restaurantsuccess #foodbusiness

This Mediterranean quick service restaurant chain’s stock is up 34% year to date (as of Feb. 29). Same-store sales were up 17.9% in 2023 versus the year before! The popularity of this fast-casual format is due to consumer interest in convenience and accessibility, and the general public's increased focus on healthy eating options. https://lnkd.in/gvS4DQc8