Fresh-baked bagels are a morning comfort food for many. Some enjoy an occasional breakfast out at their favorite diner, while others may be away from home, on a business trip, or on vacation. Either way, both can find delight in an establishment that provides an assortment of fresh bagels appealingly showcased. This may be your opportunity to introduce your customers to a variety of bagel flavors and toppings.
Variety is the spice of life
Bagel offerings these days come in a variety of flavors. The most common and popular are Plain, Onion, Asiago, Wheat, and Everything bagels, most of which you can find at a local grocery. However, fresh-baked bagels that are delivered from the bakery oven to your door bring flavors that will attract more customers. Here are a few: Cinnamon Raisin, Sesame Seed, Poppy Seed, Garlic, Blueberry, Cinnamon Crunch, Blueberry Crunch, Cheddar, Cheddar Jalapeno, Asiago, Everything, and last but not least the high-fiber Multi-Grain bagel.
Adults aren’t the only ones who love bagels. One 14 yr. old who enjoys the ‘everything bagel’ said, “I love them and they’re very filling. It’s an amazing breakfast. I personally like it with just plain cream cheese.” An 11-year-old added that he likes a toasted cheddar-jalapeno bagel with egg & bacon. These comments are a great indicator that including a variety in your bagel offerings may help draw in both individuals and families who are looking for something both delicious and different. But are bagels just for breakfast? Not necessarily.
Changing the toppings can make bagels lunch ready and expand your menu offerings. Some options are smoked salmon, avocado with a dash of lemon, ham & cheese, egg/tuna salad, turkey and swiss cheese, and of course, you can easily offer vegetarians a delicious veggie bagel sandwich with a hot cup of soup. With freshly baked bagels on hand, a creative chef can quickly put together an amazing lunch special. But what about the carb-conscious patron?
Multi-Grain Bagels are healthy Options for the carb-conscious
Yes, even some bagels can be part of a healthy diet if they are prepared properly. How so? Multi-grain bagels are rich in whole grains and have a higher fiber content. The higher the fiber content the lower the calories. Fiber also has a positive influence on blood sugar and appetite control. Multi-grain, high-fiber bagels help avoid the typical energy crash that occurs with bagels that use enriched white or wheat flour. According to webmd.com, “Some varieties of bagels are made from whole grains. Whole grains are high in dietary fiber and antioxidants. They have been found to offer some protection against diabetes, cancer, and obesity.” Healthy toppings such as light cream cheese, avocado, hummus, nut butter, or Greek yogurt mixed with herbs as delicious healthy toppings will be a winner for the calorie-conscious customer.
How M.C. Bread Distributor Co. helps you offer bagels and other fresh bread products that bring the customers back for more.
M.C. Bread has partnered with multiple bakeries in the central Florida area to provide freshly baked-to-order bagels as well as other bread products for restaurants, cafes, and hotels. Our customers have found that they save time and money by being able to get their bread products from one source. We invite you to give us a try. Free samples are available upon request for most of our products.
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