Restaurants Hope To Meet Demand For Ethnic Flavors, Healthy And Gluten-Free Options

Top trends in the restaurant industry for 2012 – according to a National Restaurant Association report – include a determination to take advantage of the growing interest among Americans in health and nutrition by offering nutritious alternatives to foods like bread and dairy products. A major trend is the industry’s awareness of the need for gluten-free alternatives on restaurant menus. And lastly, the industry is looking to meet growing consumer cravings for ethnic cuisines and flavors, especially Mediterranean and Southeast Asian flavors.