The Culinary Edge

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In December 2022, Mellow Mushroom asked TCE to create a new format with more contemporary appeal, at a fraction of the CapEx and OpEx. Two years later, here it is. Streamlined, refreshed, and 100% Mellow. Kudos to the team inventing the future of this beloved brand - Ahsan Jiva Elizabeth Brasch Anne Mejia Kevin Sugarman Eric Fernandez Nikki Freihofer Hannah Kates Nina Berman and the amazing team at Zebra - Ashley Popich and Zachary Shirk Anna Poiani and so many more! Lower Lift, Higher, um, Highs(!) https://lnkd.in/gSxGtwu6 Mellow Mushroom The Culinary Edge Zebra CORE Foodservice Acosta Group #futureoffood #futureofrestaurants #restaurantinnovation

We’re excited to share the latest edition of CORE Foodservice’s Beyond the Plate! This issue dives into The Culinary Edge’s “Pulse” report, revealing cautious consumer spending despite a resilient economy. At CORE, we’re prepared to thrive by adapting to these trends, leveraging our insights to navigate shifting consumer behaviors, and ensuring success for our partners. #BeyondthePlate #FoodserviceTrends #FoodserviceInsights

We’re pleased to share the next edition of CORE Foodservice’s Beyond the Plate! We’re, once again, diving into insights from The Culinary Edge’s first quarterly “Pulse” report to explore the value-driven consumer. #FoodserviceTrends #Insights #TheCulinaryEdge #BeyondThePlate

We're already seeing signs of resilience as restaurants adapt to the economic environment and customer behaviors. The Pulse of Foodservice runs fast! #PulseReport #FoodserviceInsights #BeyondthePlate

Sometimes we all have to get out of our comfort zones! We’re thrilled to have partnered with Noodles & Company to launch three incredible new dishes! Together, we’ve embarked on a journey to infuse bold, innovative flavors into the menu and elevate the dining experience. And this is just the beginning. Introducing our first creations: Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi, Chipotle Chicken Cavatappi, and Crispy Chicken Bacon Alfredo—each dish is meticulously crafted to highlight contemporary flavor profiles and fresh ingredients. Ready to transform your menu? Reach out, and let’s create something extraordinary together. #NoodlesandCompany #MenuInnovation #Foodservice For more information on this partnership: https://lnkd.in/g_xSzssZ

https://lnkd.in/dRaC3-Re TCE's Jane Hurh and Marie Levisay were contributors to Flavor & The Menu's predictions for the top 5 pasta trends of 2025, one of which will be third-culture inspired pasta. “For Gen Z, ‘authenticity’ is a moving target, constantly evolving to reflect their own diversity and identity,” shares Jane. “Pasta, like its classic Americana counterparts of pizzas and burgers, is not immune to this trend of third-culture mash-ups.” #trendforecasting #foodtrends #trends2025 #foodinnovation #genz #fooddesign #menudesign #restaurants #foodandbeverage

TCE's Michael Parlapiano joins QSR writer, Ben Coley, to answer a question on many of our minds, "How do you harness the power of digital menu boards while avoiding the pitfalls?" Check out the latest print edition of QSR to learn where this technology stands today, and what the future of reactive, customizable, guest-tailored menu boards has in store. #foodinnovation #foodleadership #restaurantdesign #menuinnovation

Mindy Armstrong has been a thought leader in the foodservice industry for nearly two decades, specializing in strategy, the creative process, and culinary leadership. Mindy has had a rich career in consulting and corporate leadership, and today, serves as VP of Menu Innovation for Ascent Hospitality Management, including the Perkins American Food Co., and Huddle House. Mindy is a prominent industry contributor on trends and innovation, and is an advisory board member for Women in Restaurant Leadership (WiRL). We hope you enjoy this conversation with Mindy as much as we did.

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