This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more.
This Website Uses Cookies
By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to our cookie policy. Learn More
This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more.
Refrigerated Frozen Foods logo
search
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
Refrigerated Frozen Foods logo
  • Home
  • Magazine
    • Current Issue
    • Digital Edition
    • Archives
  • Exclusives
    • Refrigerated Foods Processor of the Year
    • Frozen Foods Processor of the Year
    • Foodservice Distributor of the Year
    • Sustainable Processor of the year
    • State of the Industry
    • Top 150 Frozen Food Processors
    • Editor's Blog
    • Best New Retail Products
  • Topics
    • Case Studies
    • Energy Management
    • Food Safety
    • New Retail Products
    • Packaging
    • Supply Chain & Logistics
  • News
    • Industry News
    • Technology Showcase
    • People News
    • Supplier News
  • Directories & Guides
    • Cold Storage Warehouse Guide
    • Cold Storage Construction Guide
    • Take a Tour
    • Food Master
  • More
    • eNewsletter
    • Expert Columns
    • Trade Education
    • Partners
    • Polls
    • Directory of Associations
    • Market Research
    • Custom Content & Marketing Services
    • Nominations for RFF Awards
    • R&FF Store
    • Sneak Peeks
  • Events
    • Food Automation & Manufacturing (FA&M) Conference & Expo
    • Calendar of Events
  • Multimedia
    • Podcasts
    • Photo Galleries
    • Videos
    • Webinars
    • Video Spotlights
    • White Paper eBlast
  • Contact Us
    • Contact
    • Advertise
  • Subscribe
Home » National Restaurant Association reveals culinary trends for 2019
Industry News

National Restaurant Association reveals culinary trends for 2019

More than 69% of chefs surveyed said ethnic-inspired items would be the year’s top food trend.

default-restaurant-photo-feature.jpg
January 2, 2019
KEYWORDS culinary trends / foodservice trends / market trends / National Restaurant Association / restaurant trends / sustainable food processing
Reprints
No Comments

The National Restaurant Association (NRA), Washington, D.C., released its 2019 What’s Hot Culinary survey, which found that guests are looking for great tasting foods that also are healthy and sustainable at the same time.

The survey, produced annually in partnership with the American Culinary Federation, St. Augustine, Fla., reviewed responses of approximately 650 professional chefs as a barometer of food and beverage trends nationwide.

“These foods, already popular in consumers’ own homes, are now poised to ignite sales at restaurants and foodservice operations,” says Hudson Riehle, NRA’s senior vice president of research. “It’s no secret restaurant customers seek new food experiences when dining out. Chefs are listening to that request and offering them the foods they want. That’s good for guests and business.”

Here are some food trends outlined in the report:

Globally inspired breakfast foods

More than 69% of chefs surveyed said ethnic-inspired items would be the year’s top food trend. One example is shakshouka, a Tunisian/Israeli option made of poached eggs, tomato sauce, onions, chili peppers and myriad spices.

New cuts of beef
Some 67% of respondents indicated that new cuts of meat would once again be among the top food trends. Those cuts include oyster, Merlot and Vegas Strip steaks.

Plant-based proteins
Approximately 64% of the chefs surveyed said plant-based sausages and burgers are going to be a top food trend in 2019. The reasons are because they appeal to vegetarians and vegans, are sustainable and have good flavor and texture.

Locally sourced meats and seafood

More than 60% of the chefs cited locally sourced meats and seafood as a top trend, especially among Millennials, who want to know more about where their food comes from and how it’s prepared.

Veggie-carb substitutes

According to three out of five chefs, “Zoodles,” made of zucchini spirals, riced cauliflower and noodles made from beets are just a few of the veggie-carb substitutes that are going to be popular with restaurant guests in 2019. That’s because they’re nutritious, flavorful and less starchy than other available choices.

 

 

Subscribe to Refrigerated and Frozen Foods

Related Articles

National Restaurant Association survey reveals culinary trends for 2017

National Restaurant Association releases annual chef predictions for 2018

National Restaurant Association forecasts restaurants will add 1.6M new jobs by 2029

Restaurants Canada reveals top dining trends in 2019

You must login or register in order to post a comment.

Report Abusive Comment

Subscribe For Free!
  • Print & Digital Edition Subscriptions
  • What’s Hot in Cold eNewsletter
  • Online Registration
  • Subscription Customer Service

More Videos

Popular Stories

ARYZTA Mixed Rolls

ARYZTA announces new frozen bread line at Ancaster, Canada, bakery

Gotham Greens Chicago greenhouse

Gotham Greens opens largest urban agriculture campus

Jeff Thomas, TransPlace

Transportation trends and 2020 market outlook

Meijer Flashfood app

Meijer’s new app-based pilot program aims to reduce in-store food waste

Processors to Watch in 2020

Processors to Watch in 2020

ColdStorageConstructionGuide_360

Events

April 26, 2020

Food Automation and Manufacturing Conference and Expo

Food Engineering's Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference and Expo (FA&M) is a 2 ½ day event that brings food and beverage processors and suppliers together to gain valuable information on the latest trends and technologies in manufacturing, automation, sustainability and food safety.

January 1, 2030

Webinar Sponsorship Information

For webinar sponsorship information, visit www.bnpevents.com/webinars or email webinars@bnpmedia.com.

View All Submit An Event

Poll

How will your company be affected?

President Trump withdrew the United States from the Trans-Pacific Partnership deal. How will this decision affect the future of your company?
View Results Poll Archive

WarehouseGuide_360

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods Magazine

Refrigerated & Frozen Food November 2019

2019 November

Check out the November 2019 edition of Refrigerated & Frozen Foods: 2019 Frozen Foods Processor of the Year, trucking trends, renewable energy initiatives, and much more!
View More Create Account
  • Resources
    • Food & Beverage Brands
    • Packaging
    • List Rental
    • Exclusives
    • Privacy Policy
    • Survey and Sample
  • Want More
    • Connect

Copyright ©2019. All Rights Reserved BNP Media.

Design, CMS, Hosting & Web Development :: ePublishing