The eight MenuMasters categories are based on a range of research/development criteria, and are designed to address all segments of the industry. Some programs will skew toward quick service, others to casual dining. Submissions may be from both Commercial and Non-Commercial segments of the industry.

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Category: Menu Trend Setter

Criteria:

This category is applicable to operators with less than 20 units in the emerging growth, fine dining or high-volume independent segments

Unique menu concept that is considered "trend setting" for the larger chain restaurant operators (i.e., not yet seen in chain restaurants)

Nomination Category:

Project or Product Name:

Date of Project/Product Launch:

Ownership/Parent Company Name:

Address:

City:

State: Zip:

Phone Number:

Email:

Top R/D individual and title:

How long did it take for this product to launch from idea to execution?

Please indicate scope of launch (system-wide, regional, test mode)

Explain why this project/launch meets the criteria--include substantiation that your entry meets both the General Criteria stated above, as well as specific Award Category criteria

Upload a sample menu(s) that include the new menu item(s) you are submitting for this nomination (PDF format)

Upload a photo (jpg or gif format)

Upload supporting documentation/merchandising that would assist in evaluation (PDF format)