Chris McAdams, Author at Culinary Culture

03.02

All Hail the Gastropub

2020 Looks to be the Year of the Gastropub On a previous blog we discussed the Fastest Growing Restaurant Concepts in America, one of which being the gastropub (or brewpub). Here we are now in 2020, and it looks as if gastropubs are still on track to be one of, if not the, fastest growing

20.01

2019 Food Trends: A Review

Use the 2019 Food Trends to Anticipate the Future We had a lot of fun monitoring the 2019 food trends. Everything from AI technology to Aji Amarillo hit the scene this last year, and boy was it a fun ride. But now that we’re heading into 2020, it’s a good idea to look back on

06.01

The Frenzy for Flatbreads Shows Flavorful Opportunities

Look to Flatbreads for Inspiration! Thanks to their convenience, portability, and flexibility, flatbreads have shown a strong popularity in 2019 that’s bound to sustain well past 2020. Flatbreads are the perfect vehicles for a variety of flavors and textures and lend easily to experimentation. Also, they are a great platform for seasonal items and LTOs.

23.12

Asian Tapas Holiday Recipes

Mix It Up with Our Asian Tapas Inspired Holiday Recipes It’s that time of year, so I can only imagine you’re looking through old cookbooks and searching online for the perfect holiday recipes to match your celebration. But, here’s an idea, instead of the traditional sit-down meal, why not get your guests up and mingling?

09.12

New Menu Items for 2019 End of Year

Chicken Reigns Supreme New Menu Items Back in September we took a look at some of the hot new menu items hitting plates nationally. This included items like smoked chicken wings, bottomless shrimp with a trio of sauces, and a smoked brisket sandwich with tangy BBQ sauce. So, needless to say, smokiness was on trend.