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Trends and Insights

As our industry changes, adapting is essential. Check back often for new insights, data, and trends.
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ProStart Pros Pick Top Cookie Recipe

Is there such a thing as the best cookie, one recipe that stands out above all others? Culinary instructors for NRAEF’s ProStart program named Eggnog Thumbprints as the One to Bake Right Now!

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Mindful Eating: Menu Tweaks for New Year’s Resolutions

Many patrons usher in the year with firm resolve to eat more healthfully. Here’s how to build menus that will help them meet their goal.

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2023 Top Trend—Coffee Fast-Forwards to All Day Sales

Even Starbucks once had slumping coffee sales after the morning rush. They cracked the code. So can you. Learn how to perk up afternoon sales.

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Top 2023 Food & Beverage Industry Trends

Do a deep dive into food and beverage trends, operational know-how, demographic data, and more in Nestlé Professional’s 2023 report.

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CHEF-MATE® Featured Products

When it comes to flavors guests love that take a ton of time to make from scratch, CHEF-MATE® is there.

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Top 2023 Food & Beverage Industry Trends

Do a deep dive into food and beverage trends, operational know-how, demographic data, and more in Nestlé Professional’s 2023 report.

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10 Street Food Ideas

Great as appetizers, late-night snacks, happy hour specials, or small plates, global street food staples add diversity and interest to a menu.

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How Restaurants Can Win with Social Media

Social media gives your restaurant a direct connection to regulars and potential customers. Learn how Social media can strengthen your online presence.

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Ideas to Freshen up Your Lemonade and Juice Menus

Some of today’s newest options are novel and sophisticated yet retain the refreshing qualities we all love. Squeeze more profit from lemonade and juice.

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Menu Pro Tips: 5 Ways to Showcase Umami on a Menu

Savory and complex, umami adds depth to a wide range of recipes and cuisines. Get tips and inspiration on how to incorporate umami on your menu.

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10 Ways to Grow Hot Beverage Sales

As traffic picks up again, here are some basics to keep your hot beverage program running smoothly, along with a few tips to help it grow.

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Menu Pro Tips: 12 Ways to Make Pizza Toppings Do Double Duty

Everybody loves pizza, and the toppings are the star of the show. Save money, reduce prep time, and prevent waste by turning pizza toppings into menu multitaskers.

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