Cottage Cheese Toast Is Swallowing Avocado's Cafe Empire

Key points

• Cottage cheese toast is displacing avocado toast as a top morning food trend due to its high protein content and low prep time.
• Food service operators benefit from lower commodity price volatility and superior shelf life compared to fresh produce.
• Whipped preparation techniques allow kitchens to offer a premium food experience while maintaining strong profit margins.
• Retail demand for cultured dairy products continues to surge as viral social media trends drive grocery purchasing habits.

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Sources and methodology

Reported from the public datasets below.

• Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) - Consumer Price Index, food away from home
• Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED) - Food services and drinking places series
• U.S. Census Bureau - Monthly Retail Trade, food services

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