It was another great year at the International Dairy, Deli and Bakery Association show, but in case you missed it here is a little recap. I would say the theme of IDDBA17 was “The Store Experience.” Consumers can get almost anything they want to find online, so how do you get people back in stores? Provide an in-store experience which brings them in. The Show and Sell area … [Read more...]
Food Trends and Experiences help Retailers Compete in the Digitalized Market
Every year we are inundated with “hot” food trends. But true food trends are long lasting and impactful. By the early 1980s, the hot food trend was extra virgin olive oil. Today, thanks to Rachael Ray, say the acronym EVOO and just about every foodie worth their sea salt knows what you mean. EVOO is pretty much the default oil. EVOO is the classic example of a true food … [Read more...]
Three Reasons Your Campus Dining Program Needs Allergen Awareness
From 1997 to 2011, the number of children with food allergies increased by 50 percent. Now, those children are leaving home and enrolling in campus meal plan programs. It’s critical for food service operators to be prepared to serve these students, safely. Colleges and universities may be legally obligated to address food allergies. Students with celiac disease and other … [Read more...]
Serving K-12 Students with Food Allergies: A Case Study
As a customer success advocate at Hubert, I often connect on K-12 industry trends with food service directors. When speaking with Jeanne Pierce, I immediately sensed her passion on creating allergen awareness in her food service program. As the food service director for Exeter Region Cooperative School District in New Hampshire, she is experienced in serving K-12 students with … [Read more...]
Build a Farm-to-Table Buffet with these Two Rules
Farm-to-table dining has fueled the industrial chic look, which has become a leading design trends in recent years. This look reminds us of barns and turn-of-the-century warehouses. The feel reinforces food that is less processed and more natural. It’s a local, fresh look—even sustainable. People like the feeling they gain from it, because it gives a sense of comfort and … [Read more...]