TREND. Even with the economy in turmoil, “affluent” consumers (those coming from households with average annual incomes of $100,000+) won’t disappear from the …more

Half and smaller portions are showing up on restaurant menus around the USA, gaining popularity with diners who desire more choices. Some want to eat/spend/waste less, and some want a chance to sample more dishes. …more

trend: A recent study by Yankelovich, Inc. about the impact of Today’s Consumers’ financial situations on their purchasing behavior found that most have reduced their spending during recent months – 58% report cuts ranging …more

Restaurants are finding that customers buy into lunch when the portions are the right size, the price is right, and time is of the essence. …more