How Chefs Shape the Food of the Future
When we’re looking for great food, chefs are typically the first people we turn to. Culinary professionals always have their finger on the pulse of rising food trends, unique flavor innovations, and vibrant new dishes that pull people in. Food, like most things, is constantly evolving. What we consume and how we consume has been…
How to Beat the Back-to-Work Blues
The summer is winding down, and we’re welcoming in the fall season. Heading back to work after summer vacation, long weekends, and paid time off can be a bit of a struggle. The shift from beach days, cookouts, and cozy mornings in bed to early morning alarm clocks, meetings, and an inbox full of emails…
Eating Evolution and the Shift to Snack Culture
When most people think of a typical eating schedule, they think of three square meals a day. Some might even throw in some room for snacks or desserts. But what if we told you that may be turning into an unconventional way of eating? Our attitudes and behaviors surrounding food are changing, and people are…
The Power of Caffeine: the Science Behind Coffee
For many of us, the work day would feel incomplete without a cup of coffee. In fact, it can be difficult to properly start the day without it. Four out of five adults consume caffeine daily. And for good reason! It isn’t just about how much we enjoy the taste of that first sip, it’s about what…
Iced Coffee vs. Cold Brew: Which is Right for You?
In the world of coffee today, many of us are reaching for cold coffee options. Some prefer a classic iced coffee while others opt for the newer, slightly more mysterious cold brew. It seems like it was just 10 years ago that the words cold brew first started appearing on coffee menus at popular coffee…
Address Mental Health and Burnout in the Workplace
Let’s be honest: if you work in any kind of office, hybrid, or frontline setting right now, you’ve probably felt it: a heavy mix of exhaustion, stress, and the creeping sense that your “to-do” list is duplicating overnight. Burnout more common now than it’s ever been. A new study found that job burnout is at…
Reducing Food Waste in the Workplace
Food waste is a growing issue, and it doesn’t stop at home or in restaurants. It’s also happening in our break rooms and workplace kitchens. If your organization is evaluating how to improve sustainability practices at the worksite, chances are you’ve thought about how much food goes to waste in your facilities. Reducing food waste…
Snack Smart: Neurodiverse-Inclusive Snacks at Work
April is Autism Awareness Month, a time when conversations around neurodiversity move front and center. It’s an opportunity to educate ourselves, build more inclusive environments, and celebrate the diverse ways people think, work, and experience the world. While it’s easy to focus on the bigger picture—policies, accommodations, training—sometimes the smallest things can make the biggest…
More Than Lemonade: Lemon Flavors, Trends, and Innovations
When life gives you lemons, you can create some truly delicious things. As the weather continues to warm up, a lot of us are ready for flavors that match the feeling of spring. We might turn to the bright taste of citrus in fruit tarts, custards, salads, and fruity drinks like teas and lemonades. One…
How Hot Tea Keeps You Hydrated in the Cold
We all know how important it is to stay hydrated. But that doesn’t always mean we drink the right amount of water. When the weather takes a dip, staying hydrated can be more difficult. People generally feel less thirsty in the winter. According to a study by The University of New Hampshire, cold weather can…