Rainbow lattes, burgers that use avocado instead of buns and sriracha hot sauce, all popular trends that have taken over newsfeeds and menus throughout the past decade. Where do these trends start and are they worth the hype? Let’s dive into the trend realm and discuss where to find trends and how to figure out if they’re worth it.
Is This Trend Right For Me?
There might be a lot of buzz around a current dish, but is it worth it for your operation? Break it down step-by-step and see how it could fit into your current back-of-house flow. Does it require a long prep time? Do you have the necessary equipment to prepare it? Do you have the storage required for an item that might be SUPER popular?
No matter how trendy or exciting an item may seem, it may not be worth it if it costs you too much in time and labor.
