Appetite for Nostalgia: Kidulting in the Restaurant Industry
In the toy world, adults buying toys for themselves now make up nearly one-third of all sales. A phenomenon known as kudulting, this nostalgic niche, powered by collectibles, building kits, and playful throwbacks, is bringing grown-ups back to childhood. That same appetite for nostalgia is reshaping the restaurant industry. Just as Millenials are scooping up […]
Dirty Sodas and Smart Menu Design: How Restaurants Can Tap Beverage Trends to Grow Revenue in 2025
The Dirty Soda Phenomenon: A Drink Trend That’s Here to Stay What began as a quirky Utah specialty—sodas mixed with flavored syrups, creamers, and fruit—is now splashing across menus nationwide in drive‑thrus and casual dining restaurants (The Sun). These customizable “dirty sodas” have exploded in popularity thanks to TikTok virality, nostalgic flavors, and social media […]