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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.
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# [The Generational Impact on Menu Preferences [INFOGRAPHIC]](https://insights.tampamaid.com/generational-impact-menu-preferences)

 Written by [Tampa Maid](https://insights.tampamaid.com/author/tampa-maid) | Mon, Feb 26, 2018

*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. 

Looking for more inspiration?

<https://insights.tampamaid.com/happy-hour-trend-report>Now that you know the generational impact of Our blog post gives exclusive insights on using [generational impact](https://insights.tampamaid.com/generational-differences-play-role-menu-choices) to spark consumer interest in small plates and appetizers. Or download our [State of the Happy Hour Trend Report](https://insights.tampamaid.com/happy-hour-trend-report) to learn more about this and how to  tap into the millennial market with healthy appetizers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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