Flavor Trends, Strategies and Solutions for Menu Development

 

 

 

By Flavor & The Menu
May 6, 2021

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Stephen Parker

Stephen Parker

One way to breathe new life into conventional menu items and stand out in the crowd is to unite two iconic dishes in a flavorful mash-up. The Pizza Burger, offered at several Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer locations, combines the concept’s classic burger with “a nod to New York’s greatest slices,” says Stephen Parker, Corporate Executive Chef. “It’s a playful interpretation of an old-school classic, allowing us to bring the pizza burger over the top.” The six-year-old restaurant names it as one of their OG burgers.

It stars a juicy griddled beef patty topped with two pieces of housemade fried mozzarella and a mound of shaved Parmesan, all sitting high on a toasted bun. “The fried mozzarella and Parmesan add great flavor and well-needed texture to the burger,” says Parker. A generous portion of marinara sauce is served on the side, inviting guests to determine just how much “tomato-y goodness” they wish to add.

“The burger has always performed well and especially relates to our New York clientele,” he says. “A modern spin on a classic makes it a great menu item.”

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