Good To Know: Experts’ Predictions for 2011 Trends

As 2010 came to a close, the experts weighed in with their predictions for the New Year. New-and-improved kids’ menus, local and authentic ingredients, and more healthful options were on everyone’s list. Below are links to a few of our favorite trendwatchers’ lists:

• Mintel 2011 Forecast: For the full forecast, email [email protected]

• NRA/ACF “What’s Hot” Survey:www.restaurant.org/pdfs/research/whats_hot_2011.pdf

• NRN Food Writer’s Top Trend List: http://nrn.com/article/food-writer%E2%80%99s-top-trend-list