Flavor Trends, Strategies and Solutions for Menu Development

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By Rob Corliss
January 14, 2022

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One of the easiest ways to move tropical flavor profiles onto menus is to infuse conventional sauces, condiments and dips with a hit of the islands. Here’s a list to kickstart the ideation process with 10 suggested pairings. Add tropical flair to…

  1. 1Barbecue sauce with guava
  2. 2Salsa with red dragon fruit
  3. 3Pesto with spiced coconut
  4. 4Mignonette with passionfruit
  5. 5Hot sauce with mango
  6. 6Chicken jus with lychee
  7. 7Mustard glaze with smoked onions and tangerine
  8. 8Soy-ginger dipping sauce with charred pineapple
  9. 9Hot honey with yuzu
  10. 10Caramel sauce with roasted banana

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

mmRob Corliss is a three-time James Beard House guest chef with more than 30 years of experience that includes running world-class hotels, launching new concepts, working in top marketing agencies and owning the culinary consultancy ATE (All Things Epicurean) since 2009. Based in Nixa, Mo., ATE has an energizing passion focused on flavor innovation and is dedicated to connecting people to their food, environment and wellness. Rob is also a regular contributor to Flavor & The Menu.

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2022 January-February Top Ten Trends
2022 Trends Tropical
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About The Author

Rob Corliss

Rob Corliss is a three-time James Beard House guest chef with more than 30 years of experience that includes running world-class hotels, launching new concepts, working in top marketing agencies and owning the culinary consultancy ATE (All Things Epicurean) since 2009. Based in Nixa, Mo., ATE has an energizing passion focused on flavor innovation and is dedicated to connecting people to their food, environment and wellness. Rob is also a regular contributor to Flavor & The Menu.