If there’s one wedding trend poised to fully solidify in 2026, it’s this: Couples are designing their celebrations with guests squarely in mind. From how budgets are allocated to how weekends are structured, the focus has shifted from checking traditional boxes to creating memorable, immersive experiences for the people in the room.
Leading hospitality groups including Hilton, Accor, Marriott, Mandarin Oriental and IKEA are now collectively saving more than $100 million a year by cutting food waste across their kitchens—enabled by AI-powered food waste tracking from Winnow.
The 6th annual Plant Based World Expo (PBWE) North America sowed the seeds for an industry resurgence. The event—which took place Dec. 2-3 at New York City’s Javits Center—combined a lineup of educational programs and a selection of plant-based food product lines, many new to market and most targeting foodservice.
From Chef Tim Byres for Southern Recipe Small Batch pork rinds Yield: 3 cups Serves: 4 to 6 This charcoal-black
Before Chef Jeremy Langemann—executive chef of Bingemans Catiner ever set foot in a professional kitchen, his love of food was kindled in the warm, familiar embrace of his grandparents’ home. It was there, in the heart of a Mennonite household, that the first sparks of his culinary passion began to grow.
Wondering what menu items will be hot in 2026? Take a look at the 2026 Hospitality Trends Report, jointly issued
Featured Chefs: Albert Warnaar (Smyth Chicago), Mark Margiotta (pretty to think so), Keith Blauschild (The Cook & The Cork), Yoon
When Keith Lord launched Strateje Fourteen in January 2020—just weeks before the pandemic shuttered the events industry—he knew one thing for certain. After decades running high-volume restaurants and catering operations, he was ready to “give back and teach others.”
As the corporate world regains its social rhythm, this year’s holiday event landscape reveals a significant shift in catering trends. Across the country, companies are moving away from lavish displays and toward meaningful, high-quality experiences that emphasize connection, culture and employee appreciation.
As catering evolves, packaging continues to play a critical role in the customer experience. From food safety and performance to waste reduction and circularity, packaging is a way foodservice establishments can elevate their catering offerings. In 2025, we saw several innovations in food packaging, and we anticipate these trends will continue to expand in 2026.
