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2025 Simply Smarter Webinar Series

On the 2nd Thursday of each month, Datassential experts share the latest trends in food and beverage, plus exclusive looks at emerging key technology, in-depth discussions of macro forces and what they mean for the industry, and much more.

Our 2025 series is now closed. Sign up for our 2026 series.

That’s a wrap! The 2025 series registration is closed. Register for 2026 today!

In this series, food and beverage industry peers gathered monthly to explore the latest foods, technology, and macro forces for the coming year and beyond. Datassential experts delivered current industry trends, news, and consumer research – from annual and seasonality food trends to foodservice industry forecasts and chain intelligence.

Visit the pages below for each episode to watch on demand. 

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JANUARY 9

2025 Trends Event

Dive into must-know foods, flavors, and beverages for 2025 and beyond.

FEBRUARY 13

Spring Trends

Uncover the foods, flavors, and beverages to have on the radar for the season, and explore LTO trends and holiday insights.

MARCH 13

State of the Menu

Discover standout menu items, emerging trends, and rising foods, flavors, and ingredients for the year ahead.

APRIL 10

Inside the Foodservice Mindset

Explore trends & perspectives shaping foodservice operators’ mindset across various segments.

MAY 8

Summer Trends

Dive into the foods, flavors, and beverages to have on the radar for the season, and uncover LTO trends and holiday insights.

JUNE 12

Datassential 500:
Top Restaurant Chains

Get a sneak peek at our Top Restaurant Chains report. Uncover trends, 2024 leaders, and growth insights!

JULY 10

Midyear Trends Event

Dive into insights on the latest industry trends you need to know and get a sneak peek at 2026 trends.

AUGUST 14

Fall Trends

Dive into the foods, flavors, and beverages to have on the radar for the season, and uncover LTO trends and holiday insights.

SEPTEMBER 11

2026 Foodservice Forecast

Get industry projections on the year ahead and dive into market trends and insights on consumer habits and macroeconomics.

OCTOBER 9

Menu Movers & Opportunities

Explore how menu items evolve from inception to ubiquity, highlighting key trends and opportunities.

NOVEMBER 13

Winter Trends

Dive into the foods, flavors, and beverages to have on the radar for the season, and uncover LTO trends and holiday insights.

DECEMBER 11

2026 Trends Event

Discover the must-know foods, flavors, and beverages for 2026 and beyond.