The Future of Fine Dining is on Small Plates

Friday, 11 December 2009 | by Pat's Picks

The future of fine dining looks small says the Wall Street Journal. Tapas-style menus, big bars and hotel locations are trademarks of restaurants that have been the best at weathering the economic downturn. And industry insiders say the trend will likely continue. The Journal says small plates allow chefs to opportunity to offer a wide variety at a relatively low cost, a big bar boosts alcohol sales, and hotel locations seem to be the only ones investors are willing to spring for these days.