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COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

Chartwells sees not only more plant-based menus but greater emphasis on on-site production.

Plant-based dining is a growing thing in the college market, with nearly eight in ten (79%) of Gen Z saying they eat plant-based meals at least once a week. Chartwells Higher Education, a major player in the contracted college dining market, is increasing its plant-based dining options and focusing on key trends. Here are five of these plant-based and sustainability trends to know for 2023:
 
 
TECHNOLOGY

Escalating customer demands combined with a labor squeeze drive innovation in foodservice equipment.

Almost all areas of foodservice operations have been impacted by high-tech innovation. Trends in commercial kitchen equipment design focus on minimizing labor, energy usage, food waste, and kitchen space. Here’s a look at some recent cutting-edge developments in the various areas of a foodservice operation:
 
 
COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

Students eating at Dave’s Boathouse, formerly a traditional grill on the Rollins College campus, now choose from a menu packed with comfort foods and more.

What’s unusual is that every dish is certified kosher and halal. The burger comes with vegan cheese. The spicy mustard aioli is a replacement for Dijon. Behind the scenes, ingredients, equipment and preparation methods are carefully overseen. The liberal arts college has students from 60 countries of origin. There’s something for everyone:
 
 
FOOD & BEVERAGE

Your customers just might become full-on breakfast fanatics when you introduce these adventurous kick-starters to your menu!

From savory to sweet, from iconic to unusual. Whether you serve breakfast at daybreak or as part of a late-night snack it’s a smart move to make your breakfast memorable as well as convenient. There’s something to be said about building up strong breakfast inspiration. Check out some very cool items from onsite chefs who have found breakfast success: