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The evolution of tasting menus

Jason Q. Freed, Senior Editor

January 23, 2015

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Tasting menus have become less about wowing the guest with extravagant molecular gastronomy and more about allowing a chef to personalize the dining experience by putting together dishes he or she is passionate about. Tasting menus today are often simplified, with 10 or fewer courses and at a more reasonable price point. They’re a great way for chefs to show off their skills and at the same time allow diners to customize and share.

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Jason Q. Freed

Senior Editor, Restaurant Hospitality

Jason joined Restaurant Hospitality magazine in April 2014 after reporting and writing hotel industry news for seven years at both print and online publications. Prior, he spent five years in the newspaper journalism field and has won several awards for his writing. Jason is a graduate of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Kent State University.

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