This year’s What’s Hot Culinary Forecast draws on the expertise of more than 1,500 culinary professionals who were asked to rank 120 items in 7 categories: 

• Dishes 
• Ingredients 
• Flavors 
• Condiments 
• Beverages 
• Alcohol Beverages 
• Macro Trends

What they said: Consumers want to sample—and share through social media—new foods and flavors from other regions, both domestic and international but in a form that’s recognizable, comforting and, often, communal. Soups & stews, grilled cheeses, global wings and international BBQ top this year’s trends list, along with integrating social media into menu marketing. Beverages that boost energy and health are on trend, while botanical cocktails star at the bar.  

The What’s Hot Culinary Forecast presents the top 10 Hot Trends overall, the top trends in each category, trends the pros see as emerging in each category and macro trends shaping menus, operations and marketing. 
  
Is your menu trending? Download your free copy of the report today! ​

​It is the time of year we all count on to promote our businesses, particularly our spirits, wine, and beer sales. As people start feeling more festive, they want to consume, and we want to be the first to offer them a drink. As we prepare for the Holiday rush this year, let’s not forget that we want to keep are guests safe and prevent over-service. When you serve alcohol, you know the risks. Risk lawsuits if you over-serve. Risk lives if you serve a drunk driver. Risk your livelihood if you sell to a minor.

That’s why there's ServSafe Alcohol training which focuses on important issues like gauging intoxication levels, measuring drinks, checking proper identification, dealing with difficult situations and more.

With ServSafe Alcohol training, your team can let the good times roll while practicing responsible alcohol service.