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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

Where are you from?? Quick Read: The annual TasteAtlas rankings of the best cuisines, dishes, food cities, food products, and ingredients, as well as lists of legendary restaurants and cookbooks, have been published. A total of 395,205 (271,819 valid) dish ratings, and 115,660 (80,863 valid) food product ratings have been recorded. Based on these ratings, the top 50 food items for each cuisine were extracted, and the best-rated cuisines in the world were ranked according to the average ratings of the best-rated dishes and food products of each country. Italy and Japan recorded the same average rating, but Italy has taken first place again this year due to a higher rating of its best-rated dish - pizza. The third best-rated cuisine is Greek, and you can view the entire list here: https://lnkd.in/gcaXcJyA (credits)

Don't underestimate the drink! Beverages can make or break your restaurant. 🍹 Did you know? 70% of customers say the availability of specific drinks can sway their restaurant choice! 🥂 Here's why your beverage selection matters: 🤝Complements the Menu: The right drinks enhance the dining experience by pairing well with your food offerings. 🍺Caters to Diverse Preferences: Offer a variety of beverages to attract a wider audience, from craft beers and cocktails to refreshing non-alcoholic options. 💰Boosts Profit Margins: Beverages often have higher profit margins than food, so a well-curated selection can significantly increase your revenue. Don't just serve food, serve experiences! Craft a beverage menu that makes customers thirsty for your restaurant. 📬DM us to subscribe to our weekly newsletter for more restaurant tips, tricks, and trends!

"Calorie Conundrum: Appetizers vs. Desserts – The Sneaky Culinary Conspirators" In the realm of dining out, a curious phenomenon unfurls before our very eyes: the battle between appetizers and desserts for supremacy on our plates. Picture this: you're seated at a cozy restaurant, perusing the menu, and faced with the age-old dilemma – to start with a tantalizing appetizer or save room for a sweet, decadent dessert? It's a culinary conundrum that tickles the taste buds and teases the mind. Interestingly, statistics reveal a peculiar trend: more diners lean towards indulging in appetizers rather than saving space for that final, sugary crescendo. But here's where the plot thickens – the sneaky truth lies in the calorie count. While desserts often flaunt their sweetness unabashedly, appetizers can be sly culprits, packing hidden calories beneath their savory exteriors. It's a silent showdown of flavors and figures, where what meets the eye may not always align with what meets the waistline. So, the next time you find yourself torn between that crispy calamari and the alluring allure of a velvety cheesecake, remember the calorie conundrum that lurks beneath the surface. Perhaps the real winner isn't in choosing between the two but in savoring the balance, indulging wisely, and relishing every bite with a knowing smile. After all, in the world of dining delights, sometimes the most clever choice is the one that leaves you satisfied in body and spirit. #NorthDakota #SDjobs #SouthDakota #MTjobs #Montana #WYjobs #Wyoming #GeckoHospitality #WereHiring #LetGoAndLetGecko #GrowYourBusiness #Business #RecruitmentAgency #NowHiring #restaurant #foodservice #opportunity #hoteliers #hotelmanagement

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

Are you a restaurant, hotel, or catering company looking to enhance your dessert offerings? Here is how Sweet Nothings can help: - Choose from our existing menu: We create a unique menu for every season and every holiday. Our offering include both individual/plated desserts, and buffet/bite-sized treats - Custom Recipe Replication: Have a signature dessert that your patrons can't get enough of? We've got you covered. Our skilled bakers can recreate any of your existing recipes with precision and care, ensuring that the flavor and quality remain consistent with your original creation.  - Tailored Dessert Creation: Looking for something truly unique to complement your menu or special event? Let our bakery team work closely with you to develop a one-of-a-kind dessert that perfectly matches your culinary vision. Whether you're aiming for a specific flavor profile, dietary requirement, or thematic element, we'll collaborate with you every step of the way to create a dessert that's as memorable as it is delicious. Let us help you with your dessert needs!

WHAT’LL BE HOT ON RESTAURANT MENUS IN ‘24 Comfort foods, from soups and stews to stuffed vegetables, will be a common theme on menus in the year ahead, according to the National Restaurant Association’s 2024 What’s Hot Culinary Forecast. The association compiled insights from a survey of 1,500 culinary professionals to identify trending dishes, ingredients, and flavors. Topping the list are globally inspired soups and stews, including Chicken Tom Kha, Laksa, Salmorejo, and upscale Ramen, which, per the association, represent “a safe way for customers to experience new ingredients” and an “economical way to diversify a menu.” According to the association, Birria, a spicy, sweet, smoky stew, may be added to tacos, sandwiches, nachos, poutines, pasta, and more. (FoodBuisnessNews.com).

Vendors in the foodservice industry are always analyzing sales data, customer feedback, and market trends, this data helps them identify their "high velocity" items. These are the dishes and drinks that stand out and keep customers coming back for more. Some of the most popular high velocity items include classic comfort foods, mozzarella sticks, appetizers and shareables, and specialty drinks. By offering a mix of these items alongside a well-balanced menu, restaurants can create a positive dining experience. #foodandbeverage #foodservice

As fun as it is to look forward to 2024, we all likely spend some time reflecting on 2023. What was great? What could have been better? What did we learn? Well at Savor we’re pretty focused on food. What did we eat a lot of? What do we wish we’d eaten a lot of? What did we eat in '23 that we want to eat in '24? Our minds can be a little one-track sometimes. Flavor is kind of important to us. According to Restaurant Hospitality, oldies but goodies were popular in '23. Chef Don predicts that trend will continue in 2024. Global flavors like avocado, salsa roja, and duck sauce were specific favorites of diners. Cocktails and mocktails also featured heavily in what we were all looking for in 2023. Check out Restaurant Hospitality’s Top 10 here. https://bit.ly/3RGh9Qi #savorimports #trends #globalflavors #supplychainsolved #imports #food

https://lnkd.in/dSW5UuuG The Pasta Spreads Segment holds the largest market share in the Tahini Market. Tahini paste, a key ingredient in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, drives much of this segment popularity. Traditional dishes like hummus heavily rely on tahini paste, making it an essential component in their recipes. As these cuisines gain global recognition and appreciation, the demand for tahini paste increases correspondingly. Tahini paste versatility extends beyond its traditional use in hummus. Within the Pasta Spreads segment, tahini is used in various spreads and sauces, showcasing its adaptability in different culinary contexts. Whether serving as a base for salad dressings, a dip for vegetables, or a sauce for pasta dishes, tahini offers consumers a flavourful and nutritious option. #Tahini #MarketGrowth #FoodIndustry #BusinessInsights #InvestmentOpportunities