Resources: Menu Trends
In their January newsletter, the National Ice Cream Retailers Assn (NICRA) showcased some expected trends in ice cream flavors for 2015. Herbal and spice flavors continue to be strong with concepts like cardamom & dark chocolate, raspberry chipotle, and lemongrass basil. Latin American flavors are increasing in influence with desserts including churro ice cream, flan ice cream, or even jalapeno ice cream with a spiced fruit accent. The salty and sweet trend has been popular for quite a while, but ideas continue to unfold like blue cheese & pear ice cream, and cucumber mint with lime. And more and more operators are finding that alcohol and ice cream make a great combo with celebratory flavors like champagne & strawberries, butterscotch & scotch, or an unlimited number of wine pairings.
Vanilla is always classic, but don’t forget to take your frozen treats to another level and keep customers coming back to try your creations!
- Off Gluten And On Trend
- Culinary Thrill Seekers Expand Asian
- Small Plates Are Big
- Soft Serve Resurgence
- Whole Grain Gain
- Fast & Fresh Italian
- The Ranch Rage
- Focus on Feel Good
- Ice Cream Flavors for 2015
- Affordable Premium
- Balancing Health and Indulgence
- Family-Style Expands
- Customize with Spice
- Eating Healthier When Dining Out
- A Foodservice Guide to Gluten-Free Menus
- 10 Ways to Add Southern Flair
- Sauces For Wings
- Driving Desserts
- Soups, Soups, Soups
- Better-For-You Options Are Growing
- Vegetables Take Center Plate
