--- title: The Generational Impact on Menu Preferences [INFOGRAPHIC] description: Small plates are more appealing to younger generations. This generational impact on menu preferences is opening up opportunities for operators to create additional menu options that appeal to Millennials and iGen. While baby boomers prefer traditional meals, there are some menu items that cross generations. image: https://insights.tampamaid.com/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202018-02-26%20at%2010.11.21%20AM.png --- [![TAMPA MAID](https://insights.tampamaid.com/hubfs/TampaMaid%20June2018/Images/logo.png) ](https://www.tampamaid.com/) # Trends, Innovations & Insights # The Generational Impact on Menu Preferences [INFOGRAPHIC] Posted by [Tampa Maid](https://insights.tampamaid.com/author/tampa-maid) on Mon, Feb 26, 2018 ![Tampa Maid](https://insights.tampamaid.com/hubfs/TampaMaid_Author.png) Find me on: [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/tampamaidfoods/?fref=ts) [Twitter ](https://twitter.com/TampaMaidFoods) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) *Younger generations trend toward sharing small plates while boomers tend to stick with traditional meals.* Generational dishes are a great way to impact menu preferences, and may include: - [Grilled or Fried Shrimp](http://www.tampamaid.com/products/?_sft_main-ingredient=shrimp) - Mashed Potatoes  - Chicken Wings - Tater Tots  - Mac & Cheese  Keep reading for more ideas on how to incorporate generational influenced cuisine into your menu.  ![](https://insights.tampamaid.com/hubfs/TampaMaid_Infographic_2.22-1.jpg)![](https://insights.tampamaid.com/hubfs/TampaMaid_Infographic_2.22-2.jpg) Looking for more inspiration? 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