🍾 Gen Z Is Choosing Dry Over Drunk—Is Your Menu Ready?

🍽️ What’s Cooking?

Gen Z Is Choosing Dry Over Drunk—Is Your Menu Ready?

Gen Z’s growing preference for non-alcoholic beverages is shifting how restaurants and bars market to younger diners. From sober-curious cocktails to zero-proof wine pairings, menus are being redesigned to reflect changing tastes. It’s no longer enough to offer just soda or mocktails. Flavor, function, and branding matter—and they’re looking for something worth sipping and sharing.​ ​Read more.

🃏 Running a Smoother Kitchen

The Power of Pre-Portioning During Prep

Save time during service by pre-portioning commonly used items—like proteins, sauces, and garnishes—during prep hours. Use stackable containers or vacuum-sealed bags for accuracy and consistency. This not only speeds up the line but also helps control food costs and reduces waste. Prep smart now, move fast later.

🚀 Scaling Up

Happy Belly Expands Its Menu and Its Footprint

Happy Belly Food Group is in growth mode, recently signing new franchise agreements and launching fresh food concepts. Their expansion strategy blends brand partnerships with unique offerings like gourmet donuts, Middle Eastern bowls, and grab-and-go options. It’s a sign that niche, fast-casual concepts still have plenty of room to grow—especially when they focus on quality, flexibility, and speed. Read more.

🦾 Fresh Ideas

AI in the Kitchen: Smarter, Faster, and Cleaner Cooking

An AI-powered cooking system by Electrolux is turning heads with its ability to adjust temperature, time, and cooking method in real time. Designed for precision and energy savings, it’s helping chefs hit consistent results while lowering the risk of overcooking. As tech enters more back-of-house spaces, the line between chef and smart machine is starting to blur. ​Read more

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