Consumers want more ethnic menu options, Technomic finds

If your menu spotlights ethnic fare or, even better, travels around the globe, stick to your guns. You are tapping into consumers’ growing preference for more exotic flavors. According to a recent poll by Technomic, chain restaurants aren't doing a particularly good job of meeting demand for new, exotic foods and flavors. Only a quarter of consumers surveyed say they are satisfied with the availability of ethnic offerings at limited-service (23 percent) and full-service (28 ...