Foodservice Adapts to the ‘New Normal’
As the economy slowly recovers, foodservice operators address the challenge of getting consumers to open their wallets by adding value through customization, local and fresh ingredients, and bolder flavors.
There’s no question that the recent economic recession has had a devastating impact on the foodservice industry. While in the past year the economy has shown positive signs of recovery, the road has been bumpy. Rising foods prices caused by droughts, spikes in gas prices, and the payroll tax increase have left consumers hesitant and cautious when it comes to eating out.
“Consumers are not going back to conspicuous consumption or their free-spending ways,” explained Bonnie Rigg…
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