Most of us likely have strong associations with the words “pudding” and “custard.” Thinking about pudding, for instance, can evoke childhood memories of dipping a spoon into a little plastic cup and discovering pure creamy chocolate goodness. Meanwhile, custard has become wildly popular in the frozen variety. With its smooth texture and limitless topping possibilities, […]
2017 Food and Beverage (FABI) Award Recipients Announced March 8, 2017 Chicago, IL – The National Restaurant Association® today announced the recipients of the 2017 Food and Beverage (FABI) Awards, recognizing innovative food and beverage products that make a significant impact in the restaurant industry. Each award recipient and their product will be showcased throughout the exhibit […]
In another classic example of “the old rules don’t apply anymore,” one of the most exciting trends happening in foodservice today is the phenomenon of dessert tastings. Many forward-thinking restaurateurs are now encouraging their patrons to skip the main meal and dive straight into dessert. And they’re making the experience a multiple-course foray of the […]
Editors note: As the consumer demand for chocolate grows, so do the pressures of production for the many small producers; working in harsh, tropical conditions and many times struggling to make a living wage. Supporting the sustainable farming of these crops is vital to the global industry and to the livelihood of the farmers and […]
There are certain universal truths that apply to the upcoming Valentine’s Day holiday. Restaurant tables will be full, sweethearts will be swooning over each other, and red roses and chocolate will rule the day. We’ll leave the roses to the able hands of local florists. But when it comes to chocolate, count on Sweet Street […]
A restaurant table is an open invitation for people to gather together and share. Good times. Spirited conversation. And of course, great food. The dessert occasion is particularly ideal for sharing, as the rich and enticing flavors are even sweeter when enjoyed in the company of friends and loved ones. Not surprisingly, this creates a […]
The end of the calendar year traditionally means out with the old and in with the new, right? But when you talk about dessert, some of this year’s biggest trends are sure to keep gaining traction well into 2017. And it’s easy to understand why when you see just how enticing they are. Sweet Street […]
For many of us, the wonderful allure of cake began on our first birthday. Mom or dad put a sweet treat within reaching distance of our curious little fingers and encouraged us to dig in to our wild delight. In that same spirit of curiosity, now seems like a great time to delve into some […]
Over the past few years on this blog, we’ve often delved into the many wonderful attributes of chocolate (taking a fork, a spoon and even a straw with us along the way). It’s easy to justify all the attention. Chocolate remains the top dessert flavor1—and just the mere mention of the word takes most people […]
Sometimes a flavor trend proves to be more than just a trend—meaning, it takes its place as an established favorite within the food landscape. One could definitely make this argument about the popularity of pumpkin, especially in the fall and winter seasons. The proliferation of pumpkin flavors has skyrocketed in recent years, from lattes and […]
