More choice has long been seen as a strength in foodservice. A wider range suggests flexibility. It allows operators to cater to different preferences, respond to trends, and offer variety across menus. For many, it feels like a safer position.…
Some trends return because they are nostalgic. Others return because they work. As menus in 2026 lean towards comfort, familiarity and dependable execution, classic desserts are reappearing with renewed confidence. Pavlovas, sundaes, trifles, gateaux. Dishes that require little explanation yet…
While many food trends struggle to survive the jump from concept to service, some ideas have a habit of returning when conditions are right. Retro desserts are one of them. In its 2026 trends report, Speciality Food ranked Retro and Nostalgia Food &…
