menu items, such as cheeseburger tacos. Bowls play a prominent role in new menu development across retail and restaurant foodservice.
Chartwells Higher Education’s 2026 Fall Flavor Forecast found that Gen Z is moving faster than ever, looking for texture-rich, functional micro-meals and beverages while eating smaller but more frequent meals throughout the day. High-protein and fiber-rich items remain on the Gen Z menu.
Date ranges: 2025: 52 weeks ending 12/28/2025 Q2 2026: 13 weeks ending 06/28/2026 August 2026: 5 weeks ending 08/30/2026
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