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Articles by Darren Tristano

Menu Fusion Flavors

Foodservice researcher Technomic reviews flavors and seasonings poised for growth in 2014 and the creative ways in which operators are highlighting them in pairings with favorite, familiar foods.
Darren Tristano
January 23, 2014
It may come as little surprise that—when it comes to food flavor profiles—“bold” is still big with consumers
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Authentic, Home-made Desserts

Technomic says restaurant dessert sales are up with patrons ordering familiar favorites with real ingredients.
Darren Tristano
November 20, 2013
Kids, almost universally, like a few things. Consistency. Familiarity. Ice cream.
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On-Trend Appetizers

Restaurant patrons are beginning more meals with appetizers.
Darren Tristano
October 22, 2013
Restaurant patrons are beginning more meals with appetizers, according to Technomic’s new “Starters, Small Plates & Sides Consumer Trend Report.”
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Creating Craveable Burgers

In a recent Technomic poll, 95% of consumers said they eat burgers at least once a month.
Darren Tristano
September 19, 2013
If it seems as though the foodservice industry has been talking about better burgers for the better part of the new millennium, it’s because that’s true.
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Hispanic Consumers’ Taste for Authenticity

Darren Tristano
July 16, 2013
Hispanic individuals currently account for about 17% of the U.S. population, making them the country’s largest racial or ethnic minority group.
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Room for Improvement: Consumers Seek Variety

Americans say they’re trying to eat more healthfully and are looking for more poultry items on restaurant menus.
Darren Tristano
June 22, 2013
More than 60% of U.S. consumers believe that chicken and turkey are more healthful than beef and pork.
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The Migration of U.S. Ethnic Foods

Ethnic may seem like solely the domain of foreign foods, but Technomic’s Darreen Tristano explains that America has a number of regionally ethnic cuisines finding their way to menus and grocery aisles.
Darren Tristano
February 13, 2013
When one thinks “ethnic,” it usually refers to international foods, not homegrown cuisines. But, the U.S. is an ethnic melting pot in its own right.
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Harkening to the “Health Halo”

Darren Tristano
October 26, 2012
Natural sweeteners. No high-fructose corn syrup. Hormone-free. “Health-halo” attributes of beverages matter to consumers and can influence their purchasing decisions.
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Rise of the Red Sauce

Darren Tristano
September 24, 2012
Being “in the red” typically isn’t a good thing, but for restaurant menu developers crafting new sauces for their dishes, it certainly is.
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Sandwiches Get Creative

Darren Tristano
July 18, 2012
Sandwiches are one area where consumers tend to become adventurous—the place where they express a willingness to try new flavors and ingredients.
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