LOW-SUGAR SNACKS ARE APPRECIATED BY BOTH HEALTH- CONSCIOUS GUESTS WHO ARE USED TO CONSUMING SUCH ITEMS , AS WELL AS GUESTS WHO AREN ’ T FULLY HEALTH ORIENTED BUT WILLING TO EXPLORE THESE PRODUCTS
– ADAM MOGELONSKY , PARTNER , HOTEL MOGEL CONSULTING
or both , said Kyricos . At Hyatt Hotels Corp ., the F & B team is selective in choosing plant-based options identified as alternatives as they prioritize fresh and sustainable options .
In Mexico , Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya ’ s Vegan Bar is a fully vegan dining experience on-property . The Vegan Bar offers fresh and seasonal snacks and dishes made with sustainable , locally sourced ingredients with a vegan twist on traditional
Mexican classics , said Frank Giacomini , SVP of lifestyle and independent restaurants , Hyatt , Americas .
Despite the promise it holds , a fully plant-based diet is not as beneficial as a plant-forward diet , say studies . Plant-based diets have normalized and every executive chef knows that , said Adam Mogelonsky , partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting .
“ A lot of restaurant concepts that were 100 % plant-based had to roll back because people are trying to find the balance . We are opportunistic omnivores and , therefore , our bodies are designed to eat meat and plants together ,” said Mogelonsky .
Many consumers have started moving away from plant-based alternatives and instead are leaning into enjoying ingredients in their natural , holistic state , said Scott Gingerich , VP of restaurants , bars and Events , IHG , Luxury + Lifestyle brands . Certain vegetables , like cabbage and dry-aged koji carrots , are taking center stage across restaurants and bars in numerous preparations , he said .
SOBERING UP Dry January is more than just a month of enjoying nonalcoholic drinks and mocktails . It has now extended into a consistent lifestyle choice among many consumers .
“ Mocktails are becoming a more expected part of a cocktail or even wine list . Expect to see more of this as it ’ s becoming cool to drink less and stay sober . Even celebrities are more regularly sharing and
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