Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Flavor & the Menu announces top 10 menu trends for 2010

Signature sausages, globally inspired sandwiches and a resurgence in fried foods are among the 10 major influencers driving menu trends for 2010, according to Flavor & the Menu magazine.
For the annual
“Top 10 Flavor Trend” issue, Flavor & the Menu editors watch menu development, restaurant growth and dining patterns, and, with input from a team of restaurant industry experts, select ten trends likely to influence menus and restaurants for the coming year. Flavor & The Menu's top10 trends for 2010 are:
*Top ethno-cuisine trend: ethnic and regional sandwiches
*Top sauce trend: chili-based sauces
*Top menu-making trend: diner-style foods
*Top technique trend: deep-fried
*Top concept trend: American tavern
*Top ingredient trend: signature sausages using high-end meats and served with other premium ingredients
*Top culinary trend: rustic foods, from regional, home-style cooking to foraged foods and farmstead cheeses
*Top dining trend: “Global Grab & Go” foods, such as kebabs, dosas, crepes and gorditas
*Top dessert trend: sentimental sweets such as cupcakes, cookies, whoopie pies and popsicles
*Top beverage trend: booze-free buzz

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