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Latin Love

Latin American cuisine is growing in popularity.

Flavors and dishes from throughout Latin America are attracting a growing number of aficionados By Sara Perez Webber While they may share certain ingredients, Latin American cuisines are as varied as their countries of origin, with each culture serving up its own specialties and traditions. And as the flavors and dishes of Latin America become more widely known among U.S. … [Read more...] about Latin Love

Still Smokin’

A platter including brisket from Bringle’s Smoking Oasis. Photo by Nick Bumgardner

Across the country, demand for barbecue—no matter the style—remains hot, hot, hot By Sara Perez Webber Spring has sprung, and that means outdoor events are ramping up in many parts of the country. So, after a tumultuous couple of years, are clients still craving the down-home comfort of a plate of barbecue? We asked pitmasters and caterers from across the country, who … [Read more...] about Still Smokin’

Dynamic Stations

At Chowgirls Catering in Minneapolis, charcuterie grazing stations are a crowd favorite. Photo by Lucas Botz Photography

Caterers are designing food stations with two goals in mind: safety and eye-catching presentation By Sara Perez Webber Savvy caterers thoughtfully compose dishes to look good and taste good. When guests walk through an event and pick up their food from stations—rather than wait for their food to come to them—presentation is especially important. Attractive set-ups lure … [Read more...] about Dynamic Stations

Plant-Based Products Take Root

Future Farm, a Brazilian company, showcased its new “Chick’n” and “Tvna” products.

The recent Plant Based World Expo in New York shows the category is expanding and diversifying By Deanne Moskowitz When the Plant Based Foods Association proclaims that “The future is plant-based,” it may sound self-aggrandizing. But the organization’s second annual trade show, Plant Based World Expo North America—which returned to New York City’s Javits Center on … [Read more...] about Plant-Based Products Take Root

Small But Mighty

Bites & Bashes in Los Angeles recently served jjajangmyun, a Korean noodle dish, in mini to-go boxes during a wedding cocktail hour.

Packing tons of flavor in perfectly presented packages, caterers are revving up the creativity in their appetizers and small bites By Sara Perez Webber Good things come in small packages—especially when it comes to the starters creative caterers are serving up. Packed with flavor and thoughtfully presented, these appetizers and small bites give catering companies the … [Read more...] about Small But Mighty

National Restaurant Association Releases What’s Hot Culinary Forecast

What do chefs think the hottest culinary trend will be in 2022? The top five answers of chefs surveyed by the National Restaurant Association are: SustainabilityPlant-based foodsComfort foodsHealthy and immunity-boosting foodsGlobal fare and flavors “In addition to a return to health-focused menu offerings and more eco-friendly, improved off-premises packaging, all of … [Read more...] about National Restaurant Association Releases What’s Hot Culinary Forecast

Plant-Based Revolution

A vegan Buddha bowl from Kiss the Cook Catering in Toronto. Photo by Cuong Ly Photography

With flexitarian diets on the rise, caterers find investing in plant-based cuisine is good for business By Connie Jeske Crane Back in 2008, when Cristina Carolan launched Chef Veggie, her plant-based personal chef service in Austin, Texas, she admits, “It was a lot harder for me to find clients who would be happy with not having any animal products in their meals.” Today, … [Read more...] about Plant-Based Revolution

Festive Feasting

Bill Hansen Catering suggests creating a festive hot chocolate bar at an event.

Caterers and chefs share holiday food and drink ideas By Sara Perez Webber It’s almost that time of year—when events are extra festive and the food extra indulgent. To help inspire your holiday menus, we asked caterers and chefs to share tips, strategies and recipes. Sweet Hot Chocolate Bar Bill Hansen Catering (billhansencatering.com) Bill Hansen Catering in … [Read more...] about Festive Feasting

Green Is Good

Nearly three-quarters of consumers say they are willing to pay more for eco-friendly packaging.

By Sara Perez Webber Your customers are most likely paying attention to whether the products you use in your business are environmentally friendly. According to a report by the World Wildlife Fund published in May, internet searches for sustainable goods worldwide increased by 71 percent in the last five years. Another study—the 2021 Buying Green Report, published by … [Read more...] about Green Is Good

Boxing Up Some Excitement

Many caterers have found success with grab-and-go offerings.

How COVID spurred a reimagining of grab-and-go By Connie Jeske Crane Like many caterers before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Anne Lloyd—who owns Nolavore Catering and Commissary Kitchen in New Orleans—was mostly focused on traditional event catering. To be sure, Lloyd always stocked some grab-and-go items. In the heart of the city, Nolavore, which is flanked by historic … [Read more...] about Boxing Up Some Excitement

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