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Takeout Occasions On the Rise

Technomic study reveals the latest trends and data on consumers’ shifting behavior and attitudes toward takeout, including carryout, delivery and catering

February 22, 2017

19% of consumers purchase takeout from restaurants 10 or more times per month, up from 16% in 2013.

Five Key Consumer Trends for 2017

Technomic offers a glimpse at what consumer trends could shape 2017

January 23, 2017

Technomic has identified five themes that will define consumer foodservice behavior this year, and presented them at Technomic's annual Consumer Insights Planning Program meeting, January 11-12, 2017 in Newport Beach, California. A comprehensive analysis of evolving consumer lifestyles paired with exclusive industry, menu, operator, and consumer data signals that 2017 will see an accelerated fragmentation of consumer attitudes and purchase drivers.

Family-style and traditional casual-dining chains are experiencing increased patronage from consumers for less-traditional dayparts

Sales Grow for Full-Service Dining

Consumers boost business at full-service restaurants in unexpected ways

Darren Tristano

January 10, 2017

Monthly patronage is relatively stagnant among family-style and traditional casual-dining chains, in line with the ongoing top full-service chain sales slump.

Natural, Organic Labels in the Foodservice Industry

Technomic Inc.'s Natural and Organic Study will explore the size of the natural and organic market, along with insights and analysis

December 23, 2016

Technomic Inc. is launching a new multi-client study, titled Natural and Organic: The Impact on Foodservice.

Four Trends Set to Impact the US Foodservice Industry in 2017

Mintel research highlights ingredient, technology and experience trends expected to make an impact on the market

December 16, 2016

Mintel announced the four key trends set to transform the US foodservice industry in 2017 – highlighting ingredient, technology and experience trends expected to make an impact on the market.

Chefs Predict ‘What's Hot’ 2017 Menu Trends

National Restaurant Association surveys American Culinary Federation chefs

December 15, 2016

2017 menu trends include poke, house-made charcuterie, street food, food halls and ramen

Wendy's Spicy Sriracha Chicken Sandwich

The entire sandwich, including the bun and the cheese, is infused with Sriracha

December 12, 2016

Wendy's is also adding Bacon Sriracha Fries to the menu for a limited time.

CHEESY TOTS Potatoes Return to Burger King

CHEESY TOTS™ are an example of how BURGER KING® restaurants listen to their fans’ demands across social media to help inform menu decisions

December 5, 2016

BURGER KING® is bringing back CHEESY TOTS™ Potatoes to participating restaurants for a limited time only. CHEESY TOTS™ are a bite-sized combination of warm potatoes and melted cheese inside with a crispy outside.

Technomic Trims Restaurant Industry Growth Expectations

Moving into 2017, full service restaurant growth has been shaved by 1.4 and 0.8 points for 2016 and 2017 respectively

November 30, 2016

As consumer traffic declines, it appears that both 2016 and 2017 will not be as positive as first anticipated based on Technomic's restaurant industry forecast released in May of this year.

Pretzelmaker's Almond Crunch Pretzel

The Almond Crunch Pretzel might only be available through Dec. 31, 2016

November 4, 2016

The Almond Crunch Pretzel is made with a sweet toasted almond crunch topping that pairs well with caramel sauce. Its flavor profile fits for the fall and winter and it's expected to be a holiday hit with busy shoppers.

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