Product Insights

Proteins are often one of the areas where consistency is easier said than done. If you’re buying based on price alone, it might be time to take a closer look at the experience you’re providing customers. Because with Italian-style proteins, quality shows up in every step of prep, service and guest satisfaction.

Understanding factors like slice count, ideal visual and flavour characteristics and cook performance can help you distinguish premium from economy and choose a pepperoni that elevates your pizzas from expected to exceptional.

You can’t talk about pizza without talking about pepperoni. It remains one of the most popular toppings globally¹, and for many menus, it’s a staple. While the topping itself has stayed largely the same, what customers expect from pizza has evolved. Diners are looking for something that feels fresh, stands out visually and delivers a more interesting eating experience.

In a time when operators are looking for efficiencies and ways to reduce labour, sticking with raw bacon might be costing you your margins. Moving to a premium fully cooked bacon offers a smarter way to keep bacon on the menu without all the extra work. Here’s why more operators are making the switch and what to look for if you do.

When you want to stand out and build loyalty with your guests, you shouldn’t just settle for the first pepperoni you see on your distributor site. Operators have options when it comes to format, quality levels and ways to menu it and knowing how different formats perform can help you make better decisions based on your kitchen, menu and customer.

If you’re buying based on price alone, it might be time to take a closer look at the experience you’re providing customers. Because with Italian-style proteins, quality shows up in every step of prep, service and guest satisfaction.