Maria
Caranfa, Mintel Menu Insights. Mintel Menu Insights, a part of
Mintel International Group, is a key resource for analyzing trends in
the U.S. restaurant industry. The database tracks menu trends and
innovations from the 350 largest chain restaurants and 150 independent
restaurants, also featuring the nation’s top 50 chefs. Trends are
reported quarterly, offering insight into pricing, menu items,
ingredients, preparations and entirely new menus. For more information,
visit www.menuinsights.com or contact Mintel International at
312-932-0600.
Fast FoodsIn the past year, restaurants have begun to aggressively chase consumers’ ever-increasing fondness for quick and portable foods. Chefs are hoping that small portions, big flavors and low prices
Although many pocketbooks are now being squeezed, restaurant menus reveal innovative foods, beverages and strategic tactics that will produce a ìculinary rainbowî as the economic storm passes.