Here are some global food trends that you should keep your eyes on. Dumplings have soared into the food scene over in the UK. There are many street traders selling dumplings. A dish named poke has also hit the UK recently. It is Hawaiian marinated raw fish. British charcuterie is another food that has increased in popularity with the weakening of the pound. Some alternatives include a Spanish and Italian alternative. The price for dried meats have increased.

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  • Three street vendors of dumplings are now looking for to buy permanent locations, indicating that dumplings of various styles are becoming rather popular.
  • Charcuterie, or British air-dried meat, has become more popular as its has dropped in recent times.
  • Recent charity events raising funds for Syria but cooking and selling Syrian food has caused a boost in demand for Syrian cuisine.

“Hawaiian marinated raw fish dish poké hit the London restaurant scene last year and – like its Peruvian counterpart ceviche – has proven to be more than just a fleeting food fad.”

Read more: http://www.bighospitality.co.uk/Trends-Reports/Six-global-food-trends-that-should-be-on-your-radar

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New ways to reduce food waste.Some colleges and companies are implementing new easy ways to reuse and reduce waste such as reusable mugs, to-go containers, and working with vendors to reduce packaging. Other schools are weighing all the food that is being thrown out in the dining halls. These people are working together to draw attention to the amount of food waste that occurs and showing simple solutions to reduce the amount of waste immediately.

Read more: 4 recent sustainability moves

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Patrick McElroy, the campus executive chef at St. Louis’ Washington University, with the support of the American Indian Student Association has brought Native American dishes to campus. He worked with the founder of the Native American Culinary Association, and together they adapted the recipes to be more nutritious and easily prepared, but kept the authenticity and vegetarian roots. Many dishes use the traditional three sisters; beans, squash and corn, and one of the most popular menu items is the Three Sisters Salad.

Read more: Adapting authenticity in Three Sisters Salad

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People often tend to make quick decisions, and as society moves toward instant gratification through electronics and devices, this type of decision making is even more prevalent. The job market now is favoring those who are seeking employment, and many employers are hiring at a faster rate. Fore these hiring employers it is important to consider their first impression of new employees and ensure that they are not making abrupt or rash decisions as they are onboarding.

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  • The goal is to improve any errors before new people join in and make them feel welcomed
  • People have always been forced to make decisions right on the spot for instant reassurance of what is going to happen
  • Operators have changed the way business is done to make sure there is a good first impression made on new employees

“Studies show that humans have long been hardwired to make snap decisions, something reinforced in today’s era of convenience and instant gratification. And with the job market shifting to favor job-seekers, some operators have been rewriting their onboarding strategies to make sure their first impression on employees is a positive one.”

Read more: http://www.foodservicedirector.com/managing-your-business/managing-staff/articles/5-ways-improve-your-onboarding-process

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