Published April 24, 2015

Tips for Crafting a New Menu

Creating new menu dishes is not an easy task. You have to approach the idea equipped with market research and develop recipes, and then you have to test and retest new meals and refine them until they meet your satisfaction before serving them to your customers.

This article from Shiftgig offers some good advice for anyone tackling a new menu challenge. Keep track of the things your customers enjoy the most so you have an idea of what direction to go in. Browse your local library’s cook books and check online for ideas and inspiration.

When creating a meal it’s a good idea to begin with the protein. Then plan your cooking technique and decide on seasonings. Make sure your ingredients are relatively easy to acquire and source locally as much as possible. Don’t be afraid to ask others for input and ideas!

Read the full article here: Where Can I Get Inspiration for a New Menu?