Trends and Takeaways from the 2019 National Restaurant Association Show

Every year the National Restaurant Association (NRA) Show never fails to impress me with innovative head-turning exhibits that offer ingenious answers to a big, emerging industry trends. From food and drinks to products that make a restaurant operator’s life easier, to tools enabling them to stand out or drive more customer traffic, the show has it all and then some.This year was no exception. As I walked the booths of the more than 2,300 companies represented, I was wow’d by what exhibitors were bringing to the table (no pun intended). This year’s highlights suggest restauranteurs are focusing on personalization, innovative products to meet evolving customer tastes and desires, and improving operational efficiency.

Customization is the Key to Customer’s Hearts (and Stomachs)One of the most interesting products I saw at this year’s show was the Ripple Beverage Printer, which brings “signature drinks” to a whole new level. This product can print anything from logos to…