Case Study: Fast-growing salad chain Sweetgreen features lentils in a sustainable menu item powered by plant-based protein November 10, 2021By Jasmine HansonNovember 2021 Sweetgreen, one of the trendiest and fastest growing fast casual chains in the U.S., has a mission to build healthier communities by connecting people to real food, so it’s no surprise that lentils are a featured item on their menu. The Super Green Goddess Salad features lentils, chickpeas, roasted sweet potatoes, raw carrots,
Food Trend Spotlight: Labor-Saving Techniques with Lentils October 27, 2021By Jasmine HansonWith limited staff and resources, utilizing ingredients that require less labor while also providing menu versatility may seem like an impossible feat. There are some ingredients, like lentils, that can work double duty for you, making at least one thing easier in the kitchen. Below are three reasons why lentils can be your labor-saving solution.
Sports Bars & Plant Forward Cuisine March 25, 2021By Jasmine HansonMarch 2021 Depending on exactly how you classify them, there are between 25-30 sports bars in the top 200 chains. This unique sub-category of casual dining anticipate a higher check percentage towards beverage sales and are a favorite among consumers in the U.S. to gather and relax with family and friends, enjoy lunch or happy
Food Trend Spotlight: Snacks, Sharables, and Protein Boxes December 16, 2020By Jasmine HansonConsumers love snacking and we know that younger generations are eating more frequent smaller meals or higher number of snacking occasions throughout their day. People are on the move so ease of grab-and-go options are attractive, especially those that can be snacked on throughout the day and hold well for extended periods of time. Consumers
Food Trend Spotlight: Global Street Food December 16, 2020By Jasmine HansonExploring cuisine through the world of globally inspired street food may sound niche, but it is actually much more approachable than you first think. When you break down the street foods from around the world, there are actually a lot of similarities. Many cultures around the world all have their own version of many common
Food Trend Spotlight: Breakfast Anytime December 16, 2020By Jasmine HansonBreakfast has long allowed consumers and operators to experiment with the combination of sweet and savory, domestic and international, relatable and new. When it comes to breakfast, all things go – whether it’s starting your day off strong or enjoying an indulgent brunch any time of day, breakfast has established strong loyal customers all over.
Food Trend Spotlight: Texture December 16, 2020By Jasmine HansonThere are many qualities of a good dish. One of those qualities that can set a dish apart from the rest for consumers is texture. Texture is the part of our senses when we feel the food in our mouth and can be described in terms such as hard, soft, liquid, solid, creamy, crumbly, crispy,