The Road to Miami: Prepping for Catersource: How to Make the Most Out of Attending

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The Road to Miami: Prepping for Catersource: How to Make the Most Out of Attending

As we gear up for Catersource 2019 in beautiful, historic New Orleans, we can’t help but to reflect on the reason for the (conference) season – continuing education, putting in the coveted face time with your partners, and making industry connections. For the catering industry, this is the must-see event of the year, and the benefits are immeasurable.

With any conference, it’s crucial that you take the time to prepare, whether that’s packing the essentials or simply doing your research on the featured exhibits.

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Seasonal Food Trends for Winter Events

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Seasonal Food Trends for Winter Events

The holidays are just around the corner and with it comes new demands for seasonal cuisine. Winter is a time for rich flavors and cozy textures. If you’ve ever had a thick stew that is equivalent to being wrapped up in a woolen sweater, you know the power of comfort food in the winter. Cold temperatures means that your meals have to stoke the proverbial hearth for people and make them feel good from the inside out.

Here are a few seasonal food trends that will have your menu in shape for the winter months ahead.

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Food Purchasing Trends for September

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Food Purchasing Trends for September

Fall is just around the corner and, with it, comes new food trends in the industry. In years past, caterers have gotten very comfortable with typical autumn fare, like sweet potatoes, beets, and other root vegetables.

However, this year, it’s looking like we’re in for an exciting season of not-so-common ingredients — so, get your creative juices flowing and start planning your fall menus with these considerations in mind.

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Using Natural Waste to Get the Most Out of Your Menu

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Using Natural Waste to Get the Most Out of Your Menu

Food scraps are inevitable in the catering industry, but that doesn’t mean that leftovers must be destined for the trash can. Discarding viable ingredients is like throwing away money. You paid for that food, so you should try to get the most out of it.

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Trends to Look Out for in 2019

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Trends to Look Out for in 2019

Out with the old, in with the new. We’re shifting our focus to a clean slate as we ring in the new year, introducing 2019 as the era of innovative trends in food, beverage, and everything else in between.

Nostalgia is reigning supreme within the food and beverage industry, touching on childhood favorites with adult twists. Clients are putting an emphasis on surprising guests with off-the-wall garnishes and snacks that unleash the inner child.

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