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Boost bar menu sales with crowd-pleasing
snacks, appetizers, and small plates and earn
up to $1,500 or 75,000 Foodservice Rewards®
Bonus Points.July 1, 2011 – December 31, 2011
Bar Food:Score Big with Customers
2 MIX 2011
With the trend to traditional comfort foods still running strong and renewed interest in Mad Men-era cocktail culture, classic hors d’oeuvres have never been more popular. Then, too, items like meatballs, deviled eggs, sliders, oysters and shrimp-by-the-piece, and other small-plate fare lend themselves seamlessly to demand for smaller portions and attendant smaller prices. And they’re unintimidating enough to promote trial and experimentation.
For the consumer, it’s all about variety and value; for the operator, bar and snack menus represent an opportunity to build additional sales. And if the trend also supports demand for high-margin cocktails, beer, and wine by the glass, so much the better.
The trick, of course, is to add signature appeal. That’s the reason for seeing so many French fries with the upgrade of
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Bar Food
Go ahead, have a snack attack. Whether your interest lies in sports promotions, snacks, small plates, happy hour menus, or simply a selection of fun, trendy finger foods, “bar food” is really big right now.
It’s also a category that has a lot of versatility and room to grow, whether you have a cocktail lounge or not—and even if you don’t serve alcohol. Patron desire for big flavors and smaller portions (with more moderate price points to match) represents a huge opportunity for full-service restaurants and lodging foodservice. And with sporting events becoming more lavish—and more closely followed on television—the opportunities for promotions tied to snack foods and small plates are bigger than ever.
Snacking alone—the occasion that exists before, after, and between the traditional breakfast, lunch, and dinner dayparts—represents a $90 billion market, translating into an astonishing 850 million eating occasions annually, according to The NPD Group.
Make sure you get your fair share.
Not surprisingly, Cincinnati-based Buffalo Wings & Rings has been heavily into promoting its signature wings for major sporting events, especially big football and basketball championships. That’s why the company introduced a multipurpose Super Winter Madness promotion as a way to reach sports fans with a “Big Game” offer. Super Winter Madness features 50 regular wings and 50 boneless wings served with Saratoga Chips and homemade bleu cheese with celery for just $59.99
BLVD 16, a stylish restaurant/lounge in Westwood, CA, boosts business in the category two ways: with a Lounge Menu,
available between 4-9:30 PM (herb fries with balsamic espresso ketchup, cheese and cured meat plates, a chicken club sandwich, and a burger, among other selections); and a 4-7 PM “Rush Hour” menu pairing $3, $4, and $5 small plates (grilled flatbread of the day, fried calamari, and sliders) with $4-$6 half-glass pours of wine
Morton’s The Steakhouse has been busy rebranding its bars as Bar 12-21, creating another revenue center with such offerings as a limited menu of such small plates as mini crab cake BLTs, smoked salmon pizza, iceberg wedge salad bites, and petite filet mignon sandwiches
State and Lake, the restaurant in Chicago’s new Wit Hotel, features bar bites such as mini duck tacos, three-cheese panini sliders, and Buffalo fries, as accompaniments to a full cocktail and wine and beer program as well as to the restaurant’s now signature all-day Bloody Mary Bar, with such innovations as the steak sauce-infused Raging Mary to the Cavallo with its Italian influence of balsamic vinegar
NESTLÉ PROFESSIONAL™
has dozens of products to help
you tap the bar food trend. These
include everything from sauces
and dips like STOUFFER’S® Spinach
Artichoke Dip, NEW MINOR’S®
Teriyaki HFCS Free RTU Sauce, and
CHEF-MATE® iQUE BUENO!® Nacho
Cheese Sauce to fully prepared
CHEF-MATE® Chili Con Carne with
Beans and dessert toppings like
BUTTERFINGER® Candy Pieces.
House made Potato Chips featuring STOUFFER’S® Queso Cheese Dip
Even QSRs are getting into the snacking fray, with items like Popeyes’ $1.49 Loaded Chicken Wrap from the “Louisiana Travelers” menu, D’Angelo’s $3 quesadillas, and McDonald’s Snack Wraps and fruit-and-yogurt parfaits. Meanwhile, Au Bon Pain is testing mini-pastries that are half-size versions of items like muffins and croissants, as well as snack items like chocolate-covered raisins, pretzels, and almonds
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How To . . . Ice Cream Sandwiches
Various flavors—and colors—of ice
cream are beautiful when sandwiched
between cookies with the edges rolled
in crushed cookies, candy, sprinkles,
or other sweets. They’re also extremely
simple to make. Wrap in butcher paper
and serve in an assortment for an
enticing dessert sampler.
STEP 1 Spread slightly softened ice cream on a sheet pan, then return to freezer until firm.
STEP 2 Cut ice cream into rounds with biscuit cutter and place each round on an upside-down NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE®
Chocolate Chip Cookie.
STEP 3 Be sure to press down on the ice cream, which will be topped with a second cookie to close the “sandwich.”
STEP 4 Roll sandwich edge in WONKA®
Rainbow NERDS® or other desired topping, patting to distribute evenly; chill until service.
NOTE: These can also be made-to-order using freshly made, still-warm cookies.
With the trend to traditional comfort foods still running strong and renewed interest in Mad Men-era cocktail culture, classic hors d’oeuvres have never been more popular. Then, too, items like meatballs, deviled eggs, sliders, oysters and shrimp-by-the-piece, and other small-plate fare lend themselves seamlessly to demand for smaller portions and attendant smaller prices. And they’re unintimidating enough to promote trial and experimentation.
For the consumer, it’s all about variety and value; for the operator, bar and snack menus represent an opportunity to build additional sales. And if the trend also supports demand for high-margin cocktails, beer, and wine by the glass, so much the better.
The trick, of course, is to add signature appeal. That’s the reason for seeing so many French fries with the upgrade of
Cocktail Party Favorites, with a Twist
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a Parmesan-parsley dusting, truffled ketchup, or warm cheese dipping sauce. And with so many sliders on menus these days, no wonder savvy operators are going to the next wrinkle, with items like mini lobster-roll or grilled-cheese “sliders.” Everyone loves fries and sliders, after all; if you can offer something different, you can introduce a craving that can only be satisfied in your establishment.
Sloppy Josephina featuring CHEF-MATE® Chili Con Carne without Beans
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Ice Cream Sliders featuring BUTTERFINGER®, NESTLÉ® CRUNCH®, and WONKA® NERDS®
Did You Know?While professional football games topped the list of most-
watched sporting events in 2010, according to Sports Media
Watch, don’t forget golf, basketball, soccer and horse racing,
for promotional possibilities.
4 MIX 2011
Bar Food... Score Big with Customers
Seasoned Popcorn (i.e., truffle oil, garlic-Parmesan, herbed)
Spiced Nuts or Marinated Olives
Individual Gratin of Melted Cheese with Sliced Baguette
Crostini or Bruschetta with Toppings
Flavored Hummus and Pita
Deviled Egg of the Day
Cocktail Shrimp by the Piece
Cheese Assortment
Crudité and Dips
High-Quality “Conserva” (canned imported tuna, stuffed grape leaves, etc.)
Quick and Easy Bar Snacks
Bar snacks don’t have to be elaborate or time-consuming to make—Prune, in New York City, became famous for selling simple little noshes like sardines with crackers and fresh radishes served with softened sweet butter for a couple of bucks a pop at the bar, or to patrons at tables who wanted something they could nibble on while considering the rest of the menu.
Here are some other ideas to consider:
Consumers ages 18-24 spend the highest percentage of their income on
snacks, followed by those from 25-34 and 35-44
- Packaged Facts
78% of operators have experienced an increase in off-peak hour business
during the afternoon snack period (between 2 PM and 5 PM); 20% have
seen an uptick from 7 PM to close
- Datassential
The number of menu items listed as snacks jumped 195% between 2007-
2010, and items described as “mini” soared almost 400%
- Mintel Menu Insights
Snacking, By the Numbers
Mini Corn Dog Dippers featuringTRIO® Cheese Sauce
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Did You Know?Snacks are gradually turning
into light meals now that many
people are consuming protein-
packed snacks, says the Food
Channel. Some consumers
even graze for the entire day,
without ever having a regular
“meal.”
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Calzones with Spinach and Artichoke featuring STOUFFER’S® Spinach Artichoke Dip
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Oysters, Shrimp, and Other Raw Bar Items
Skewers, Satays, and Other Specialties-on-a-Stick
Fondue, Cheese Plates, Mini Mac n’ Cheese, and Marinated Goat Cheese
Olives and Artisanal or Housemade Pickles
Pizza and Other Flatbreads
Sliders of all Kinds—not just beef but pulled pork, crab cakes, grilled cheese, and more
Deviled Eggs
Nacho and Quesadilla Variations
Meatballs: Swedish, Italian, and Otherwise
Gourmet Pretzels (with or without a dip such as grainy mustard or queso)
Clams Casino, Mussels, and Baked Oysters
Onion Rings, French Fries, Fish and Chips, and Other Fried Fare
Vegetable-Based Items like Salads and Roasted Brussels Sprouts
S’Mores, Cookies, Brownies, and Other Indulgent Desserts for
Grown-ups
Hot Dogs and Corn Dogs
Fritters
Signature Wings
Tartares (beef and fish)
Worldly Dips (hummus, romesco, clam dip)
Gourmet Tacos (i.e., duck confit, chorizo, and grilled mahi mahi)
Terrines, Pâtés, and Cured Meats
Chili and Chicken Quesadilla recipe featuring CHEF-MATE® Hot Dog Chili Sauce with TRIO® Cheese Sauce
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THE HOT LIST
NEW Chicken Teriyaki Salad featuring MINOR’S® Teriyaki HFCS Free RTU Sauce
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Did You Know?The National Restaurant
Association, in collaboration
with chef-members of the
American Culinary Federation,
listed street food-inspired
appetizers, bite-size hors
d’oeuvres, and appetizer
platters/combos among the
top appetizer trends for 2011.
Bar Food... Score Big with Customers
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Ice Cream Sandwich featuringWONKA® NERDS®
6 MIX 2011
Poutine
Servings/Size: 12 (20 oz) Cuisine: French Canadian
Prep T ime: 20 min Cook T ime: 10 min
INGREDIENTS WEIGHT MEASURE
Water 1 gal
TRIO® Brown Gravy 1 (13.37 oz) package
Russet potatoes, large, skin on, scrubbed, and rinsed
9 lbs 9 lbs
Mozzarella cheese, fresh, medium diced 3 lbs 1 qt + 2 cups
PROCEDURE1. Pre-heat fryer to 275ºF.2. Prepare Brown Gravy according to label directions, set aside, and hold warm.3. Using a French fry cutter or a knife, cut potatoes into a medium batonnet (¼" x ¼" x 4"), submerge in cool water. 4. Drain completely, removing all excess moisture. Fry in small batches, until just soft, approximately 5 minutes. Drain on wire rack over a sheet pan. 5. Increase fryer temperature to 375ºF. 6. Fry in small batches, until golden brown and crispy, approximately 3-4 minutes. Drain fries on a wire rack over a sheet pan. 7. To serve: Ladle 6 oz of Brown Gravy over 10 oz of fries and top with 4 oz of mozzarella.
SERVING SUGGESTION: Garnish with fresh parsley, rosemary, or thyme if desired.
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QUALIFYING PRODUCTS
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CHEF-MATE
CHEF-MATE
CHEF-MATE
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CHEF-MATESauceCHEF-MATESauceCHEF-MATECheese Sauce
TRIO
TRIO
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STOUFFER’S
STOUFFER’S
BUTTERFINGER
NESTLÉ
WONKA
MINOR’S
MINOR’S
MINOR’S
MINOR’S
MINOR’S
MINOR’S
NEW
NEWRTU Sauce
NEW
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Sloppy JosephinaYield: 6 lbs 8 oz meat + 3 lbs 12 oz coleslaw + 4 lbs 8 oz bread Servings/Size: 24 (9 oz) Cuisine: North American
Prep T ime: 10 min Cook T ime: 25 min
INGREDIENTS WEIGHT MEASURE
Vegetable oil ½ cup
Cremini mushrooms - sliced thin 15 oz 6 cups
Onions, white, small diced 7.5 oz 1 ½ cups
CHEF-MATE® Original Chili Con Carne without Beans
1 (No. 10)can
Brown sugar 4.5 oz ¾ cup
Apple cider vinegar ¾ cup
Molasses 1.5 oz 2 Tbsp
Coleslaw - prepared 3 lbs 12 oz
6 cups
Whole wheat slider buns, 3" (1.5 oz) each, toasted
4 lbs 8 oz 48 ea
PROCEDURE1. In a 4-qt sauce pot over medium-high heat, add oil, mushrooms, and onions. Stirring frequently, cook until onions are translucent, approximately 4-5 minutes.2. To mushrooms and onions add Chili Con Carne, sugar, vinegar, and molasses. Stirring frequently, heat until temperature is 165ºF; approximately 10-15 minutes. Set aside and hold warm for service.3. To serve: Place 2 oz portions of Chili Con Carne mixture onto slider bun and top with 1 oz of coleslaw.
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Poutine featuringTRIO® Brown Gravy
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Here’s a list of the new bar food recipes available for your enjoyment and key ingredients you can use throughout the day in recipes of your own.
RECIPE NAME KEY INGREDIENT
Chicken Teriyaki Salad NEW MINOR'S® Teriyaki HFCS Free RTU Sauce
House made Potato Chips with Queso Dip
STOUFFER'S® Queso Cheese Dip
Szechuan Wings MINOR’S® Szechuan RTU Sauce
Ice Cream Sliders BUTTERFINGER®, NESTLÉ® CRUNCH®, WONKA® NERDS®
Mini Corn Dog Dippers TRIO® Cheese Sauce
Poutine TRIO® Brown Gravy
Sloppy Josephina CHEF-MATE® Chili Con Carne without Beans
Calzones with Spinach and Artichoke
STOUFFER’S® Spinach Artichoke Dip
Chili and Chicken Quesadilla CHEF-MATE® Hot Dog Chili Sauce and TRIO® Cheese Sauce
Nacho Potato Skins CHEF-MATE® iQUE BUENO! Mild Nacho Cheese Sauce
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CHEF-MATE® Chili Con Carne with Beans 6 x 107 oz Can 00-50000-05208
CHEF-MATE® Chili Con Carne without Beans 6 x 106 oz Can 00-50000-05088
CHEF-MATE® Hot Dog Chili Sauce with Beef 6 x 108 oz Can 00-50000-05158
CHEF-MATE® Golden Cheese Sauce 6 x 106 oz Can 00-50000-05068
CHEF-MATE® Basic Cheddar Cheese Sauce 6 x 106 oz Can 00-50000-05038
CHEF-MATE® Cheddar Cheese Sauce 6 x 106 oz Can 00-50000-05048
CHEF-MATE® iQUE BUENO!® Jalapeño Cheese Sauce
6 x 106 oz Can 00-50000-15760
CHEF-MATE® iQUE BUENO!® Nacho Cheese Sauce
6 x 106 oz Can 00-50000-96962
CHEF-MATE® ¡QUE BUENO!® Mild Nacho Cheese Sauce
6 x 106 oz Can 00-50000-15757
TRIO® Cheese Sauce 8 x 32 oz Pouch 00-50000-38262
TRIO® Alfredo Sauce 8 x 16 oz Pouch 00-50000-38502
TRIO® Brown Gravy 8 x 13.37 oz Pouch 00-50000-38273
STOUFFER’S® Queso Cheese Dip 4 x 64 oz Pouch 00-13800-44272
STOUFFER’S® Spinach Artichoke Dip 4 x 64 oz Pouch 00-13800-30508
BUTTERFINGER® Candy Pieces 6 x 3 lb 00-28000-03000
NESTLÉ® CRUNCH® Candy Pieces 6 x 3 lb 00-28000-42940
WONKA® NERDS® Rainbow Bulk 1 x 15 lb 00-79200-20486
MINOR’S® General Tso’s RTU Sauce 4 x 0.5 gal Jug 00-50000-31310
MINOR’S® Sweet & Sour RTU Sauce 6 x 0.5 gal Jug 00-50000-31681
MINOR’S® Teriyaki RTU Sauce 4 x 0.5 gal Jug 00-50000-31650
MINOR’S® Szechuan RTU Sauce 4 x 0.5 gal Jug 00-50000-31661
MINOR’S® Sweet Chili RTU Sauce 4 x 0.5 gal Jug 00-50000-78304
MINOR’S® Zesty Orange RTU Sauce 4 x 0.5 gal Jug 00-50000-54742
NEW MINOR’S® Teriyaki RTU Sauce (HFCS Free) 4 x 0.5 gal Jug 00-50000-59001
NEW MINOR’S® Red Thai-Style Curry RTU Sauce
4 x 0.5 gal Jug 00-50000-59004
NEW MINOR’S® Kung Pao RTU Sauce 4 x 0.5 gal Jug 00-50000-59005
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NESTLÉ PROFESSIONAL™ brands and products will support your bar menus and special promotions in all kinds of exciting ways, from trendy sliders and small plates to more traditional sports-event favorites like chili dogs.
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July 1, 2011 – December 31, 2011
Chicken Wings featuring MINOR’S® Teriyaki HFCS Free RTU Sauce