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 10 Irresistible Burger Recipes (Minus the Beef)Aug 14, 2019Beef burgers have only grown at a rate of 1% over the past 4 years, while other proteins have skyrocketed. We have some ideas at the ready. |
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 Burgers Beyond BeefAug 12, 2019The humble burger has become a platform for exciting culinary innovation as demand for alternatives to the classic beef patty continues to grow. More consumers are choosing to reduce or eliminate red meat from their diets, adding plant-based burgers, seafood or poultry patties to their repertoire. Alternative protein burgers are ideal for showcasing on-trend global sauces, toppings and condiments, too. |
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 WHERE'S THE BEEF?Jul 31, 2019It seems that in America and beyond, on almost every street corner and in almost every restaurant one can get some version of this popular American nosh. Its noteworthy that today’s burger craze has evolved significantly as burgers are no longer simply beef patties on a bun. Many of today’s burgers are some version of the beloved handheld, prepared with fun ingredients and alternative proteins and grains of every imaginable combination setting record profits all around the globe. |
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 Uncover Your Next Big Menu HitJul 31, 2019With ever-changing business and customer needs, it can be hard to identify and create winning menu concepts over and over, in a predictive way. Our approach will get you there. |
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 What to Cook when it’s HotJul 24, 2019July is quickly coming to an end and while some of you may be ready for a little less humidity, a little less heat, or a little less summer, we welcome the challenge to create dishes for the season. |
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 How We Stay Inspired at Custom Culinary®Jul 15, 2019Most years, this one included, summer brings the itch for barbecue so good it can span across styles, regional preferences, and still leave the table full and satisfied. But for us, it’s often the sauces, creative sides, and flavor inspiration that we’re really seeking. |
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 Next Gen LatinJul 12, 2019Consumer demand for Latin cuisine shows no signs of stopping, whether it’s authentic regional fare or fusion-inspired dishes. Many consumers haven’t yet tried Latin cuisines beyond Mexican, but they’d be interested to do so. Authentic cooking sauces and condiments help to introduce your patrons to new ingredients. |
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 Tacos are on Our MindJul 10, 2019We’re always on the hunt for a flawless taco. You know, with the perfect combination of acidity, crunchiness, and spice. They make the best weeknight meal, are always open to interpretation, and can never really be wrong. |
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 A Taste of Latin AmericaJul 01, 2019America’s dining public from Gen Z to Boomers [and beyond] love Latin eats of all kind, and they embrace each country’s unique fare as a whole. We’ve dramatically graduated from simply enjoying pedestrian tacos, burritos and enchiladas to exploring pupusas from El Salvador, ceviche from Peru and churrasco from Argentina alike. |
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1_100.jpg "Bibimbap is Hot") Bibimbap is HotJun 26, 2019The name may be tricky to say, but bringing this bowl to life on your menu is easy. |
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 We’ve Got Seoul and SoulJun 21, 2019Seoul and Soul are worlds apart, but these homophones are more similar than you might think. |
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 Seoul FoodJun 17, 2019Sweet, spicy, savory, tangy and fermented flavors come together in the mouthwatering specialties of Korean cuisine. As American palates become more accustomed to Korean flavors, we’re seeing a mix of fusion-inspired tacos, burgers and fried chicken dishes alongside more traditional bibimbap, japchae and kalbi. |
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 Food Halls: The New Food Court or the New Food Truck?Jun 13, 2019Food Halls are having a moment and bringing all sorts of deliciousness to the masses (and we support it). |
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 Crazy For Korean Cuisine!Jun 07, 2019If you ever get the chance to visit Seoul, I’m confident you will discover one of the most energetic and vibrant cities in the world, with a food scene and culture to match. As you might imagine, we spent a significant amount of our time learning as much as we could about the famous foods and ingredients of this culture and eating and experiencing as much as humanly possible while we had the chance. |
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 What to Cook Right NowMay 30, 2019Summertime has arrived and we are welcoming the season with open arms and lots of recipes worth trying. |
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 Top 5 Takeaways from this Year’s NRA ShowMay 22, 2019We wrapped up the NRA Show and headed back to the office to reflect on all the products that stopped us in our tracks this year. |
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 The NRA Show Starts This Weekend!May 14, 2019Nearly 50,000 restaurant associates will be flooding the Chicago area this weekend to walk the show floors, take in the education sessions, and experience the innovation of our industry. |
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 Serving Up CitrusMay 14, 2019Colorful, enticing citrus fruits like clementines, Key limes and tangelos add unmistakable flavor to hot and cold dishes alike, whether they’re juiced, candied, preserved or served fresh. Fragrant, tangy, zesty and tart—the list of mouthwatering menu descriptors goes on and on! While most patrons are familiar with common varieties of oranges, lemons and limes, a world of unique citrus exists beyond the staples. |
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 WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU CITRUSMay 08, 2019As my culinary knowledge, experience and culinary prowess grew, I truly began to harness the power and versatility of citrus and explore using some of the less common of the fruits outside of oranges, lemons, limes and grapefruit. |
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 Hungry for a Sandwich?May 01, 2019Like soups and sauces, sandwiches bring nostalgia, versatility, and portability together in a vessel that can be simple or packed with a punch. |
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 The Simple Truth about Our Sustainability MissionApr 25, 2019Being true to the food isn’t only about the food. It’s also about smart, simple ways we can improve the world around us. |
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 It’s All in the TechniqueApr 18, 2019Roasted, simmered, grilled, smoked, braised, slow-cooked, or deep-fried—nothing is off limits when it comes to how we deliver flavor. |
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 Be True to the Food®Apr 10, 2019It isn’t just a tagline for us. It is how we think about our work, how we approach innovation, and how we connect with our customers. |
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 Cowboy CuisineApr 09, 2019Smoked, slow-cooked and simple are the name of the game when it comes to cowboy-inspired cuisine. Since the 1700s, this style of cooking has relied on a short list of versatile ingredients that can be transformed into biscuits, stews, fried steaks and more. Today, Dutch ovens and cast-iron skillets replicate the techniques used on the frontier, while the bold flavors of chicory, molasses and sorghum can be incorporated into marinades, batters and basting sauces. |
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 Gather Round the CampfireApr 03, 2019To truly grasp the concept of “Cowboy Cuisine” you’ve got to get your mind away from simply bison and beans cooked on an open campfire fueled by “buffalo chips”, washed down with coffee boiled over said fire with loose grinds. |
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 Sauces Bring the FunMar 27, 2019From traditional Mother sauces to ethnic variations, sauce is powerful. Even more, globally-inspired sauces are the perfect vehicle for offering unexpected flavor to familiar dishes. |
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 March is National Nutrition MonthMar 19, 2019Hospitals, universities, and schools are all getting in on the celebration with programming that supports staff, students, and guests with education, information, and proof that delicious doesn’t mean compromise. |
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 5 Funky Ways to Try KimchiMar 14, 2019Packed with flavor, Kimchi has hit menus in all sorts of ways—in traditional dishes, on the side, and in new creative mashups. |
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 Funky and FermentedMar 12, 2019Fermentation may be one of the oldest food preservation techniques known to man, but its application on today's menus hits on all the latest flavor trends. Contrast is the name of the game, and fermented ingredients deliver the sour, umami, tangy and funky notes that make menu items more memorable and balanced. Adventurous patrons are ready for kimchi, preserved fruits, infused vinegars and other fermented ingredients that tell a unique flavor story. |
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 Get Funky With FermentationMar 06, 2019I love fermented foods, not necessarily because they’re good for my gut, but because they taste good and open-up the opportunity to get creative on a huge range of dishes and menu segments. From burgers, bahn mi, and beyond… On breakfast and dinner menus, or as appetizers, fermented foods are popping up more and more because they are great flavor drivers. |
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 Meet you at the DinerFeb 26, 2019We have a soft spot for all things diner. Fun, approachable and with a clear point of view on what a modern diner can be, with a foot in the past and an eye toward the future. |
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 Adapting Ethnic Flavor Trends to Your MenuFeb 20, 2019The majority of consumers have an affinity for trying new foods and flavors--75% of U.S. adults, in fact. NPD Group confirmed this number in a recent study and went on to share that young adults especially continue to show interest for ethnic flavors and dishes. |
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 How to Jazz Up Retro ClassicsFeb 13, 2019The trend is High-Low Dining, and it is on the rise. Elevating classics with premium ingredients, on-trend condiments and other distinctive touches offer a nod to the past while embracing current consumer preferences. |
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 Reimagined RetroFeb 12, 2019It’s time to bring a little kitsch to your kitchen! Nostalgic eats like sloppy joes, deviled eggs and corn dogs are being reimagined to bring comfort food appeal to today’s menus. These ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s classics can be elevated with premium ingredients, on-trend condiments and other distinctive touches that nod to the past while embracing current consumer preferences. |
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 Redoing Retro ClassicsFeb 04, 2019Mark Twain once said “There is no such thing as a new idea. We simply take a lot of old ideas and put them into a sort of mental kaleidoscope.” It really doesn’t matter the topic I believe that to be true of everything, food and cuisine included. |
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 How Healthy Trends have Evolved (with 3 Trends to Watch)Jan 31, 2019Mindfulness, Probiotics, Plant “Meat”, and the Keto Diet are on this year’s trends lists, but are they really about healthy eating? |
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 Ghost Restaurants are Not HidingJan 24, 2019As restaurants work to solve for the surge in delivery, some are seeking new ways to meet the need without adding the costs. Enter the Ghost Restaurant. |
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 Is 2019 the Year of the Pegan?Jan 16, 2019Part-vegan, part-paleo, the Pegan diet is catching some buzz and finding a spot on many top trend lists. Is it a fad, or for real? |
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 Cheers to 2019 (and the trend predictions)!Jan 02, 2019Tahini desserts, the explosion of Za’atar, the rise of turmeric and ghost restaurants are on our watch list. What’s on yours for 2019? |
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 Soup is on!Dec 26, 201879% of consumers love a hot bowl of soup, and in the middle of holiday festivities, there’s nothing that ushers in a simpler, more comforting meal. |
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 Korean with ‘CueDec 21, 2018Korean BBQ hit the marketplace with a flurry of flavor and has since skyrocketed into a mainstream contender. What’s happening with this flavor profile now, and what can we expect next? |
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 Sauce InnovationDec 11, 2018We depend on sauces to deliver impactful flavor to our guests and to give us an approachable platform in which we can play. |
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 Gen Z loves their Ramen BowlsNov 27, 2018The noodle bowl obsession is still riding high. New restaurants are opening up, and consumers are eager to slurp up an interesting combination. |
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 Pass the Gravy!Nov 20, 2018From Southern-style breakfasts to Thanksgiving dinner, gravy is the comfort-food classic that can make a meal memorable. |
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 Hot Sauce Heat WaveNov 16, 2018There’s no denying the power sriracha has shown on restaurant menus over the past few years, and consumer demand for spicy flavors continues to grow. While “rooster sauce” is still going strong, don’t forget that variety *is* the spice of life! |
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 Vending MachinesNov 15, 2018Vending machines are getting a makeover and delighting us with the possibilities of healthy, sustainability-sourced meal solutions. |
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 BRINGING THE HEATNov 05, 2018It’s not just about Tabasco any more. Utilizing some unfamiliar methods and peppers, hot sauces have expanded into a plethora of unique infusions! |
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 Don’t Forget the CondimentsOct 31, 2018Considering the Sriracha craze, our love for BBQ sauces, and the brand loyalty of ketchup lovers, it’s easy to see that condiments have the potential to create a lasting impression. |
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 College & University Dining is a Segment to WatchOct 29, 2018A quick glance at dining hall menus will include highlights of all the recent menu trends. Vegan, vegetarian, plant-based and gluten-free items, for example, but that’s just the start. |
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 Elevated Fried ChickenOct 18, 2018Delectable seasonings, juicy meat and an unforgettable, satisfying crunch—is it any surprise that fried chicken is one of the world’s most beloved and popular foods? While most patrons are familiar with Southern-style buttermilk fried chicken, there’s truly a world of opportunity for introducing new marinades, batters/breadings, glazes and dipping sauces to your menu offerings. |
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 What’s Next for Meal Kits?Oct 16, 2018By hyperfocusing on consumer targets and partnering with grocery retailers, meal kit companies are leaning into their next phase of growth. |
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 3 Ways to Top a Chicken Sandwich (Plus 7 Sandwiches You Need to Try)Oct 11, 2018Fried Chicken Sandwiches has more wings, so to speak, than most sandwiches. It’s tried-and-true and can transcend trends, cuisines, and consumer generations. And if it’s a fried chicken sandwich, well, the likelihood of love at first bite goes up. |
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 BEYOND TRADITIONAL FRIED CHICKENOct 03, 2018Patriotic as this all sounds, fried chicken, as with any food, has evolved and even become global. I have seen many delicious adaptations of our focus in question in the last few years. |
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 Sustainability Commitments Come in All SizesSep 25, 2018From groups formed to fight food waste to advocates of ugly produce, sustainability talks have gone deep, wide, granular, and global. |
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 A Toast to ToastSep 12, 2018Toast, the humble breakfast staple, is now a versatile canvas for all ingredients sweet and savory—thanks, of course, to the remarkable rise of avocado toast. Since growing 4,605% on menus over the past four years*, avocado toast has paved the way for even more unique open-faced sandwiches, artisan bruschetta and crostini. |
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 Has the Poké Peak Passed?Sep 11, 2018The triple digit growth and Limited-Time-Offer launches of the last 4 years have come as little surprise as the Poké bowl has infiltrated markets and grabbed the interest of health-minded consumers. |
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 CHEERS, TO TOAST!Sep 04, 2018One of the hottest trends to hit the menu since sliced bread is…well… sliced bread! |
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 Why 90% of Consumers Enjoy BrunchAug 29, 2018The most leisurely of the dayparts, brunch encourages guests to slow down, drink up, and enjoy the company of those around them. |
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 BBQ, the Perennial FavoriteAug 22, 2018As schools around the country reconvene, it feels as if the backyard grilling season may be winding down. But for barbecue, the term we affectionately reserve for low-and-slow smoked meats, the season goes all year long. |