Month: November 2017

Foodies on the hunt for new approaches to protein-rich entrees and sides delighted themselves with a statewide sampling tour of unique takes on flank steak and soy-based side dishes and sauces. The Iowa Restaurant Association, The Soyfoods Council and the Iowa Beef Industry Council assembled a river-to-river group of Iowa’s top chefs to compete for the title of Chef Champion in their annual Culinary Competition this month. Judges traveled to each of their restaurants and then brought the group together for a patron sampling event. The creativity was self-evident as the chefs showcased two major, Iowa-grown proteins in wholly unexpected ways. …

While many shifts in the restaurant industry are slow to take hold, the use and availability of data is one trend that’s quickly emerging. In the 2018 Restaurant Trends Forecast, Restaurant Business and Technomic predict that even more so, data will drive restaurants in order to achieve a level of personalization that sets brands apart. …

Technavio’s latest market research report on the foodservice market in the US provides an analysis of the most important trends expected to impact the market outlook from 2017-2021. Technavio defines an emerging trend as a factor that has the potential to significantly impact the market and contribute to its growth or decline. …

Technomic Inc. is pleased to announce that Pete Bell has joined the company as senior principal in its Advisory Group, responsible for consulting and research engagements with the restaurant operator community. …