At Parkhurst, we enjoy tapping into the emotional connection guests have with food by reimagining beloved classics with a fresh, modern twist. This 2025 culinary trend, fondly called Comfort Redesigned, combines nostalgia and novelty, as chefs revamp traditional dishes with globally inspired flavors and innovative techniques.
Comfort foods are linked to stress relief, as their association with dopamine and serotonin makes them particularly appealing during challenging times. These meals can be especially beneficial to guests at our college campuses when they’re missing home or are craving a favorite dish during finals or for our corporate guests who could use some comfort fuel to help them finalize projects and make other important decisions.
The Comfort Redesigned trend reflects a growing demand for foods that are both familiar and exciting, traditional yet forward-thinking. Innovations in this space include unique preparations for dishes, rethinking ingredients to be more inclusive, reconceptualized presentation, and more.
Check out how our sites have begun to rethink comfort food offerings!
