Stillwater Provisions

As we close out 2024, we’ve shared the top 9 food trends that will shape the menus, operations, and dining experiences of 2025—from artisan craftsmanship to plant-forward innovation and mood-boosting beverages. But there’s one more trend we saved just for today: ✨ Trend #10: Partnering for Success In 2025, the key to staying ahead is collaboration. From sourcing the best ingredients to delivering innovative menu solutions, working with the right partner can make all the difference. At Stillwater Provisions, we connect you to industry-leading products, ideas, and support to ensure your menus thrive in the year ahead. Why It Matters: 👨🍳 Chefs: Innovation starts with the right ingredients and connections. 🏢 Operators: A trusted partner helps you meet challenges and exceed expectations in a competitive market. 🥂 Here’s to a New Year filled with bold flavors, fresh ideas, and endless opportunities. Let’s make 2025 extraordinary—together. Happy New Year! #StillwaterProvisions #FoodTrends2025 #IndependentFoodBroker

It’s Day 8 of the 2025 food trends countdown with Stillwater Provisions! Hyper-local sourcing and foraged ingredients are shaping the next wave of culinary innovation. Chefs are turning to their backyards for fresh, hyper-local ingredients that tell regional stories. Local Flavor in Action: 🍖 Authentic BBQ that pairs perfectly with regional rubs and sauces. 🥩 Cooked beef that inspires classic, locally-influenced dishes. 🥗 Artisan-quality oils and vinegars, perfect for farm-to-table creations. Why It Matters:
 Chefs: Hyper-local menus create a unique identity diners will seek out. 
Operators: Local stories enhance perceived quality and build community loyalty. Up next: Sip your way to wellness with mood-boosting beverages! #StillwaterProvisions #FoodTrends2025 #HyperLocal #IndependentFoodBroker

Today is Day 7 of our 2025 food trends series and it’s all about evolving protein solutions to meet modern demands. In 2025, menus will blend traditional proteins with innovative, diverse options, balancing sustainability and performance. Protein Innovation to Watch: 🍗 Clean, high-quality chicken products that fuel diverse plates. 🥓 Turkey bacon and sausage, catering to evolving dietary needs. 🌱 Plant-based proteins that put flavor and texture first. 🐟 Sustainably sourced seafood options, like smoked salmon or trout, that bring premium, versatile flavors to the plate. Why It Matters: 
Chefs: Offering diverse proteins opens your menus to new audiences. 
Operators: Flexibility with hybrid and plant proteins is the key to meeting modern diner demands. Get ready to forage close to home—tomorrow’s all about hyper-local ingredients.  
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Welcome back to our countdown of 2025 food trends! We’re sharing how classic favorites are getting a modern makeover and the products making it possible. 2025 will be all about bringing back childhood favorites—but with a gourmet touch that feels fresh and new. Old Favorites, Elevated: 🍔 Hawaiian rolls brought to life as inventive sliders or bread pudding bases. 🍕 Perfect, hand-tossed pizza crust diners crave, ready for modern toppings. 🍰 Classic Chicago-style cheesecake with bold, contemporary flavors that surprise and delight. Why It Matters: 
Chefs: Reinvent comfort classics to create emotional connections with diners. 
Operators: Nostalgia sells—modern spins keep customers coming back for more. Tomorrow, we’re diversifying protein options for every plate.  
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Stillwater Provisions is back with Day 5 of our 2025 food trends countdown! Discover the products and practices that will redefine dining for chefs and operators next year. Diners are demanding more than “sustainable”—they want to know their food comes from regenerative sources. We represent leaders in regenerative agriculture, including: 🦆 Duck raised with responsible, eco-friendly practices. 🥓 Natural sausages and bacon sourced sustainably. 🍛 Eco-friendly rice from farms that protect soil and water. Why It Matters:
 Chefs: Share the story behind your ingredients—diners care where their food comes from.
 Operators: Sustainability drives loyalty and aligns with future-focused dining trends. Up next: Nostalgic flavors reimagined for today. 
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Our 2025 food trends countdown continues with Stillwater Provisions! We’re helping chefs and operators stay ahead with innovative products and ideas. In 2025, busy diners will demand grab-and-go options that deliver gourmet quality. Convenience shouldn’t mean compromise. Grab-and-Go Done Right: 🥐 Upscale Viennese pastries perfect for busy mornings or midday treats. 💂 English Muffins are ideal for elevated breakfast sandwiches. 🥧 Nostalgic MoonPies® that add indulgence to grab-and-go menus. Why It Matters:
Chefs: Convenience with quality keeps diners coming back.
 Operators: High-quality grab-and-go boosts margins and meets demand for busy, on-the-move lifestyles. Stay tuned for our next trend: sustainability reimagined.  
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It’s Day 3 of Stillwater Provisions’ countdown to the top food trends of 2025! From global flavors to sustainable solutions, we connect you to the products that will transform your menus. Familiar comfort foods are being reimagined with bold, global influences—making every bite an adventure. How Global Flavors Meet Comfort Classics: 🧀 Dry-cured meats perfect for global-inspired charcuterie boards. 🍝 Italian deli meats and pepperoni bring international flair to pizzas and pastas. 🌮 Tortillas, ideal for trending dishes like birria tacos or Mediterranean wraps. Why It Matters: 
Chefs: Add global twists to familiar dishes for a menu that feels fresh, adventurous, and familiar all at once. 
Operators: Global flavors attract diners looking to explore while still craving comfort. From tacos to tapas—comfort food never traveled so well. Stay tuned for grab-and-go innovation tomorrow! 
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We’re counting down the top food trends of 2025! Over the next 11 days, we’ll be sharing what’s next in food innovation. Trend #2: Plant-Forward Evolution 🌱 2025 will be the year of plants with purpose. Bold, natural, and vibrant plant-forward dishes are redefining modern menus—no more settling for imitation meat. Where Plants Shine on the Plate: 🌿 Flavor-first plant proteins that steal the spotlight. 🍚 Versatile, sustainable rice—perfect for plant-based bowls and global-inspired dishes. 🌱 Plant-based beverages that deliver taste, innovation, and clean-label appeal. Why It Matters:
 Chefs: Celebrate plants with bold presentations and fresh ingredients.
 Operators: Plant-forward menus cater to a growing audience prioritizing wellness and sustainability. Plants never tasted so good and our standout manufacturers are making it happen. Tomorrow, we’re talking global comfort food—don’t miss it!
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🔥 Welcome to the Future of Food! 🔥 
As we count down to a new year, we’ll explore the top 10 food trends for 2025 that will inspire chefs, operators, and industry leaders to elevate their menus. From artisan craftsmanship to global comfort flavors, discover the standout food trends that will shape menus, operations, and dining expectations in the year ahead. Trend #1: Culinary Craftsmanship In 2025, diners will want more than food—they want a story. Artisan, small-batch, and handcrafted foods are stealing the spotlight, where every bite celebrates skill, quality, and tradition. Examples of Culinary Craftsmanship in Action: ✅ Small-batch breads that transform the simplest dishes into premium experiences. ✅ Real smoked BBQ, slow-cooked with traditional methods for unmatched depth of flavor. ✅ Artisan pastries that elevate breakfast and dessert menus. Why It Matters:
 Chefs: Highlighting craftsmanship on your menus adds perceived value diners will pay for. 
Operators: Handcrafted touches help build loyalty and brand distinction. Bring back the artistry of food—where skill, story, and tradition meet innovation.
 👉🏼 Follow along as we share Trend #2 tomorrow! #StillwaterProvisions #FoodTrends2025 #CulinaryCraftsmanship #IndependentFoodBroker

Only 15 days left until Christmas—are your holiday menus ready to shine? 🎄✨ Stillwater Provisions delivers the must-have ingredients and exclusive products that turn seasonal chaos into culinary magic. This is your moment to stand out. From festive feasts to grab-and-go solutions for busy shoppers, we’ve got the flavors that’ll keep your customers coming back well into the New Year. Let’s close 2024 with something unforgettable—because the best holiday stories start with great food. #StillwaterProvisions #IndependentFoodBroker #SeasonalSuccess #HolidayMenus #QualityDelivered