Flavor Trends, Strategies and Solutions for Menu Development - Flavor & The Menu https://www.getflavor.com/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:17:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Flavor Trailblazer: Venecia Willis https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-venecia-willis/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:16:17 +0000 https://www.getflavor.com/?p=70342 A familiar format, unexpected flavors and a relentless innovation pipeline keep Velvet Taco pushing boundaries

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Jessica Bograd https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-jessica-bograd/ Thu, 21 May 2026 13:31:23 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=68235 How City Barbeque balances barbecue tradition with modern flavor innovation

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Reed Armstrong https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-reed-armstrong/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:00:55 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=67782 How Cava evolves Mediterranean flavors without losing its soul

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Cole Thompson https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-cole-thompson/ Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:55:05 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=67403 Scaling smart innovation across a portfolio of better-for-you brands

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Andrew Ruga https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-andrew-ruga/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:18:09 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=66989 Balancing Southern flavor, nostalgia and modern crave factor

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Art Carl https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-art-carl/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:34:03 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=65596 Balancing fun flavor play, nostalgia and value

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Shane Schaibly https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-shane-schaibly/ Mon, 20 Oct 2025 19:28:53 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=65295 Staying ahead of the curve

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Leslie Serrano https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-leslie-serrano/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:01:44 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=64562 Winning Gen Z with a smart stream of menu innovation

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Robert Okura https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-robert-okura/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:42:09 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=63980 A winning balance of value perception and flavor innovation

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: John Baez https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-john-baez/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 02:17:46 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=63634 Moving beyond “border food” to modern Mexican fare

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Matt Harding https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-matt-harding/ Tue, 24 Jun 2025 02:55:09 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=61821 Pushing Italian flavors forward with modern appeal

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Mark Wynsma https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-mark-wynsma/ Mon, 19 May 2025 16:19:08 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=60360 This fast casual’s focus on innovation drives growth

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Brian Paquette https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-brian-paquette/ Tue, 15 Apr 2025 16:44:42 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=59878 A casual dining favorite wins by innovating in ubiquity

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Thomas Dritsas https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-thomas-dritsas/ Mon, 17 Mar 2025 20:30:18 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=56785 A fine-dining brand finds a winning balance between classic and modern

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Mindy Armstrong https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-mindy-armstrong/ Thu, 13 Feb 2025 14:51:53 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=56014 Smart innovation refreshes a beloved brand without losing sight of its heritage

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Clare Wilson https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-clare-wilson/ Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:01:11 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=52210 Menu innovation that balances the familiar with the new

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Brandon Thordarson https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-brandon-thordarson/ Wed, 23 Oct 2024 00:01:56 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=51757 Menu innovation that highlights a winning path for modern grill concepts

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Justin Fong https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-justin-fong/ Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:03:21 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=51290 Third-culture cooking inspires new concept

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Louie Jocson https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-louie-jocson/ Fri, 30 Aug 2024 18:29:55 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=48066 Innovating in the seafood category for broad reach and signature appeal

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Paul Fabre https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-paul-fabre/ Wed, 24 Jul 2024 00:00:48 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=44952 Answering consumer demand with new menu innovation

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Vishu Nath https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-vishu-nath/ Fri, 21 Jun 2024 16:22:09 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=41282 Thrilling ballpark crowds with fun, approachable, creative fare

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Jeremy Bringardner https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-jeremy-bringardner/ Wed, 27 Mar 2024 18:10:24 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=51890 Meticulous flavor building underpins gold-standard innovation

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]]> Flavor Trailblazer: Hagop Giragossian https://www.getflavor.com/flavor-trailblazer-hagop-giragossian/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 20:37:52 +0000 https://newflavor.server34.packawhallop.com/?p=47877 A conversation with Dog Haus’ co-founder about agility and the creative process

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