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Specialized Small Plate

Consumers are enticed by eclectic upscale small plate menus

Implications - As the progression toward small plate menus continues to characterize the modern dining experience, many consumers are being drawn to intimate, charismatic snack bars that offer culinary delights in small portions. Such snack bar concepts prove that Millennials and by extension, Boomers, are looking to recreate the full dining experience with a food selection that is smaller, but more thoughtfully selected. The desire moves from portion-control to curation, as people continue to become more conscious of what they consume.
Workshop Question - How does the growing interest around curated experience impact how your brand interacts with consumers?
Trend Themes
1. Small Plate Craze - Small plate menus have led to the rise of snack bars that offer curation over portion control.
2. Beer and Snacking - Craft breweries are offering snack menus that pair with each of its brews.
3. Diverse Cuisine Snack Bars - Snack bars offer diverse cuisine with small portion meals that are constantly changing.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Food and Beverage businesses can incorporate curated small plates into their menus for a trendy and intimate dining experience.
2. Hospitality - Hospitality can enhance the guest experience by offering unique and immersive dining opportunities.
3. Event Planning - Event planners can utilize snack menus and small bites to create shareable experiences for their guests.
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Featured Examples

Creative Snack Bar Projects
Creative Snack Bar Projects
This Beijing Noodle Bar is a Side Project of David Ho Design Studio
This Beijing noodle bar is a side project of Chinese creative agency David Ho Design Studio. Showcasing the talents of the David Ho Design Studio team, the snack bar project is officially titled... MORE
Hybrid Snack Feasts
Hybrid Snack Feasts
The Doritos Smash Bags at Junked Food Co Boast an Extreme Combo
A new late night junk food haunt in Toronto is serving up a delightful and possibly delirious snack option in the form of Doritos Smash Bags. The snack-dinner hybrid takes one’s post-bar... MORE
Beer Pairing Snack Menus
Beer Pairing Snack Menus
'Banger Brewing' Pairs Each of Its Brews with a Tasty Snack
While many breweries place the emphasis entirely on their beer, Las Vegas’ Banger Brewing goes a step further and offers up carefully selected snacks for each of its craft brews. With options... MORE
Charcuterie-Centric Bars
Charcuterie-Centric Bars
The Craft+Culture Bar Caters to Guests At the Renaissance Phoenix Hotel
Craft + Culture is a stylish charcuterie bar and cheese shop located on the first floor of the Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel. The eatery offers a handsome selection of meats and cheeses, and... MORE
Shareable Happy Hour Menus
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P.F. Chang's New Happy Hour Menu Features Snack-Sized Dishes
P.F. Chang’s recently introduced a new happy hour menu that allows customers to indulge in tasty snack-sized dishes. In recent years, there has been a growing demand for tapas-style menus that... MORE
Diverse Cuisine Snack Bars
Diverse Cuisine Snack Bars
This Bar Offers Food in the Form of Snacks
Toronto’s Pinkerton’s Snack Bar is owned by Marc Baglio and the establishment’s chef Andy Wilson only makes small portioned plates inspired by diverse cuisines. The snack bar&#... MORE

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