Karen Weisberg

Three grain stir fry with poached egg from Nix

Plant-forward menus taking root

11.06.2019

Creative chefs are driving the vegetable-centric trend into the mainstream with flexitarian options and center-of-the-plate innovation.

Inside Shake Shack's innovation kitchen

06.18.2019

By Karen Weisberg

Senior director of product development details the process of developing products for the entrepreneurial burger brand.

Restaurant industry trendspotters predict 'what’s hot'

03.21.2019

By Karen Weisberg

Top food and flavor insights include all-day breakfast menus, personalization and more.

Alternative ways with grains

09.27.2018

By Karen Weisberg

With the widening interest in alternative ingredients, underutilized grains like sorghum, rye, kamut and farro offer potential in plant-forward meals.

Balancing authenticity and innovation

06.11.2018

By Karen Weisberg

Chefs are using global ideas to develop local concepts that resonate with consumers.

Meal kits delivering on convenience and flavor

05.01.2018

By Karen Weisberg

Culinologists face a growing appetite for ready-to-make meal options that fulfill many consumer needs.

Dessert trends – Healthy indulgences

12.18.2017

By Karen Weisberg

Fruit, vegetables, nuts and chocolate speak for themselves in modern, better-for-you desserts.

The seeds of beverage innovation

10.09.2017

By Karen Weisberg

Plant protein sources abound as product developers strive to expand the market for plant-based beverages.

Signs of the times

06.22.2017

By Karen Weisberg

The latest menu and product claims point to changing consumer perceptions of quality – from antibiotic-free meats to farmer workers’ rights.

Culinary forecast: Flavors gaining favor in 2017

12.29.2016

By Karen Weisberg

Market researchers track trends such as smoke, heat, citrus and umami as they expand their flavorful reach into the New Year.

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Plant-forward menus taking root

Inside Shake Shack's innovation kitchen

Restaurant industry trendspotters predict 'what’s hot'

Alternative ways with grains

Balancing authenticity and innovation

Meal kits delivering on convenience and flavor

Dessert trends – Healthy indulgences

The seeds of beverage innovation

Signs of the times

Culinary forecast: Flavors gaining favor in 2017

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