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title: Take a Tour Across the U.S. - Small Plate Preferences are Impacted by Regional Trends [INFOGRAPHIC]
description: Regional food trends impact the small plate preferences of consumers when choosing small plates and appetizers. See these trends by region to learn what small plates can help drive left-side-of-the-menu sales.
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# [Take a Tour Across the U.S. - Small Plate Preferences are Impacted by Regional Trends [INFOGRAPHIC]](https://insights.tampamaid.com/regional-trends-impact-small-plate-preferences)

 Written by [Tampa Maid](https://insights.tampamaid.com/author/tampa-maid) | Thu, Mar 15, 2018

*Small plate and appetizer trends are influenced by different geographical regions.*

Regional trends can influence consumer preferences and impact menu sales. Some of these regional dishes include:

- [Coconut Shrimp](http://www.tampamaid.com/product/coconut-breaded-butterfly-round-shrimp/)
- Curry Puffs
- Pizza Fries
- Spring Rolls
- [Fried Mushrooms](http://www.tampamaid.com/product/bella-mushrooms/)

Read our infographic to find out how regional trends can impact the left side of the menu.

### Looking for more inspiration?

<https://insights.tampamaid.com/happy-hour-trend-report>Check out our blog post for more insights into [regional small plate preferences](https://insights.tampamaid.com/regional-food-trends-appetizers-snacks). Or download our [Vegging-Out White Paper](https://insights.tampamaid.com/vegging-out-trend-report), to learn what consumers expect from meatless meals plus fresh ideas for adding vegetable-centric items to your menu.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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