Understanding what motivates Gen Z
Author: Mike Kostyo
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Chefs put their own spins on classic barbecue while introducing consumers to the country’s wide array of on-trend regional variations
Photo Credit: Clinton Hall « BACK While plenty of barbecue sauces feature fruit flavors like peach and blueberry, Darryl Harmon, executive chef of New York’s Clinton Hall flips the concept, using barbecue sauce to flavor fruit. His Grilled Watermelon Salad features traditional flavor accompaniments like feta, red onion, micro arugula and mint, but it’s all given a more savory, smoky twist with the addition of barbecue sauce, while candied chickpeas add crispy texture. « BACK American barbecue has never showcased more flavor diversity than it does right now. Across the country, chefs...
Photo Credit: Newk’s Eatery « BACK NEXT » While barbecue chicken pizza is a common sight on menus today, Mississippi-based fast casual Newk’s Eatery takes it one step further with an on-trend regional variation. The brand’s “Q” Pizza features a signature white barbecue sauce, plus all-natural chicken, bacon, mozzarella, chile oil and jalapeños for a kick, and a final drizzle of the white barbecue sauce to finish. Bonus: The white barbecue sauce also does double duty on a chicken sandwich. « BACK NEXT » American barbecue has never showcased more flavor diversity...