Have you ever seen a recipe on social media and thought, “I want to try that!”?
At Parkhurst Dining, we often turn to social media to spark creativity in our kitchens. Our chefs find inspiration from the trends in their feeds, reworking traditional dishes to bring our guests innovative flavors and presentation, straight from the app to their plate.
Whether it’s niche snacks highlighting regional delicacies or reinvented classics, social media snacking has created a ripple effect that has influenced our chefs’ menus and cooking habits.
One notable example is the rise of Caesar beyond its traditional role as a salad or wrap. Social media users have reinvented the classic flavor profile by incorporating it into dips, spreads, and even roasted vegetable dressings.
“Dirty Soda” Trend
Another viral sensation is the “dirty soda” trend, which gained traction on TikTok. Originating from soda shops out West, dirty sodas combine soda with flavored syrups, cream, and citrus garnishes. Their playful, customizable nature and eye-catching layers make them perfect for social media, where their quirky aesthetic and indulgent flavors quickly captivated audiences.
These trends, alongside others like cloud bread, butter boards, and pickle-flavored everything, demonstrate how social media drives experimentation in the culinary world.
Try this Tropical Twist dirty soda mocktail and get in on the trend yourself!
Tropical Twist Recipe
- 12-oz can of Pepsi
- 2 tablespoons of coconut syrup
- A slice of lime and a squeeze of lime juice
- Whipped cream topping
