Menu Additions you Need this Summer People are tired of being at home and want an excuse to get out this summer. With more customers through your door, offer a little extra on your menu to optimize revenue. This is the time to make up for lost sales during the pandemic period.
Gelato
Nothing says Italian dessert like gelato. This creamy indulgent frozen dessert is always a crowd favorite. Instead of customers going for ice cream after dinner, make it convenient for them and offer your gelato after their meal. Gelato is becoming more popular in the U.S. as we see more retailers stock the item in their freezer section. Differentiate yourself by offering authentic artisan gelato. On pages 16-19 you will see featured products that we stock. We offer single serve to-go sizes, as well as 1.25 gallon sized pans. Choose from delicious unique flavors like Stracciatella, Sicilian Lemon, Banantella and Mango Sorbet.
Get Creative
To make gelato eating more fun, feature a topping bar. Put a variety of candy and nuts in clear jars out in plain sight so customers can see what you offer. Kids love to choose their own toppings. Here are a few ideas for toppings: • Walnuts (Ferraro# 5050686) •
Chocolate sprinkles (Ferraro# 6060697)
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Rainbow sprinkles (Ferraro# 6060696)
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Mini Chocolate Chips (Ferraro# 5050790)
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Old Fashioned Granola (Ferraro# 5050808)
Seasonal Limited Time Specials
Limited time menu options and specials can be used to create customer loyalty and repeat business. You can create a special around an event or holiday if you choose. The time sensitive nature of LTOs make customers more likely to make a purchase. Use trending or in-season ingredients to be relevant. Monitor competitors to see what they are offering that customers seem to enjoy. Use these limited time items as a tool to discover customer preferences.
Fresh Salads
Don’t overlook the more health conscious person of the group — offer seasonal greens with a mixture of fruit and vegetables. People overall tend to be more health conscious in the summer months. They may not completely opt out of the pasta or pizza meal, but have a smaller portion size with a salad on the side. Put effort into your salads! It may be a customer’s first impression of your food. Here are some popular seasonal vegetables to include:
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Avocados
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Arugula
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Strawberries
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Cucumbers
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Spinach
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Bell peppers
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Grape Tomatoes
