Bigger, Balanced, and Very Little Bites

It’s a great time to be in the food business. Anything goes, and portion size is no exception! To some, big is simply best. Hearty portions are back, meat is “in,” and fried foods have never floundered. For others, bigger may be better, but balance is best and nutritional completeness is compelling. And, then again, less is often more, sending “small plate meals,” tasting menus, mini-sandwiches, and shareable portions soaring!

The days of pigeon-holing consumers as indulgent, healthy, or basic e…