The way in which eateries order ingredients and the types of ingredients they order has changed so much in the past few years.
Conscious dining is on the rise with consumers more and more considerate about where their food is sourced and the types of foods they consume. The trend has led to an influx of locally-sourced, organic eateries popping up who draw on the concerns of the customers to provide dishes that support local suppliers and don’t damage the environment.
The trend shows no sign of slowing down and a recent survey of chefs, business owners and catering managers has revealed that many believe the trend will go a step further in 2019.
Growing own herbs and salad
Half of the chefs questioned believe restaurants growing their own ingredients will be the biggest trend in 2019.
Sourcing local ingredients has become increasingly popular but it appears that chefs foresee growing their own herbs, micro herbs and salad leaves will be a commonplace this year. This is a trend that could evolve in the coming years into eateries growing their own fruit and vegetables.
With conscious dining increasing, a restaurant growing their own ingredients can be a big unique selling point that this target market would appreciate.
British suppliers
If growing your own ingredients isn’t yet feasible. Using a British supplier to source your ingredients is an important commodity. 60% of those surveyed now buy over half of their ingredients from British suppliers.
Customers are willing to pay a premium for locally-sourced food so there is no excuse for looking further afield for cheaper products. 27% of diners are turning to locally sourced dishes and 25% are also choosing vegan and vegetarian options.
Ethically-sourced commercial furniture
At Trent Furniture, all of the wood used to make our furniture comes from sustainable and properly managed sources. Not only that, but we also merge orders so that numerous deliveries are fulfilled on each journey, meaning the carbon footprint of each delivery is lowered. And because most of our deliveries are made using our own vans, we need much less plastic packaging material.