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Whether you own a restaurant, bar, deli, bakery or coffee shop, digital menu boards can give your establishment a modern look.  They can be time savers and a valuable tool for advertising.  They’re also good for the environment as in many cases you can eliminate paper menus.  Here we take a look at the many benefits and features of digital menu boards.

Ancient grains continue to grow in popularity due to their many culinary uses and health benefits.  Primarily gluten free, ancient grains offer a great alternative to wheat.  Those in the food industry stand to capitalize by incorporating these ingredients into their dishes.  So let’s take a look at some of the benefits, uses and history of the seven ancient grains.

Technology has had a tremendous impact on small business and the food industry is no exception.  New ways of ordering, creating dishes and sourcing ingredients have caused restaurants, bakeries, and catering companies to adapt their menus and business models.  Here we take a look at four of the most important food industry trends to keep an eye on in the coming year.

Adding new or outside the box items to your bakery menu can make your establishment stand out.  Expanding your menu allows you to reach into niche markets to widen your customer base.  Focusing on feeding the trends of an increasingly health conscious, on the go society is the best way for your bakery business to keep up with the competition.

The baking business has changed quite a bit over the past decade as tastes have changed and Americans have become more health conscious.  Baked goods are still big business, but in order to remain competitive you need to have something unique on your menu.  While quality is still the most important thing, creating new flavors and incorporating non-traditional ingredients is what will make your bakery stand out.  Here are 5 trends that your bakery can capitalize on in the coming year.