For the past few years, millennials have been the center of universe for marketers. And nowhere has their influence been felt more strongly than in food. But now, Gen Z is coming along right on their heels -- leaving food professionals wondering ‘Can I meet the needs of both generations at the same time, and if so, how? In this spotlight, we concentrate on trends that cater to the upcoming generation and why they matter.
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From takeout-only to sidewalk dining, the restaurant industry has had to pivot dramatically this year. That’s led many to adapt not just their operation, but also their menu innovation. Gen Z diners are hungry to return to restaurant dining, and operators have an opportunity to woo this generation by focusing on flavors and experiences that appeal to their interests. Learn more
Demand for sustainable and eco-friendly foods has continued to grow in the pandemic, especially among millennials and Gen Z, in a trend that offers opportunities for food makers and foodservice companies. More than half of US consumers say they're more likely to choose a restaurant based on eco-friendly practices, according to the National Restaurant Association.
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Petra "Petee" Paredez shares her affinity for pie in her book, "Pie for Everyone: Recipes and Stories from Petee's Pie, New York's Best Pie Shop," which features recipes from the Manhattan bakery such as its beloved Salty Chocolate Chess Pie. "When you spend so much of your life surrounded by this one thing, this one culinary object, you want to make meaning out of it; you want to connect your personal history to its vaster history," Paredez says of her reason for writing the book.
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