Perfect Endings - Gordon Food Service

Brownies, Coffee Cakes & Sweet Breads 4
Pies & Cobblers 8
Cheesecakes 17
Mini Desserts and Cupcakes 22
Cakes 27
Gourmet Desserts & Bars 32
Information 38
Sweet Success
Gordon Food Service ® can help sweeten your bottom line with
a scrumptious array of desserts designed to minimize time and
labor while maximizing profit. From traditional cakes and pies to
trendy mini desserts, from decadent brownies and cheesecakes
to elegant gourmet treats, each selection boasts delectable flavor
and outstanding eye appeal. Choose from a variety of prep
options—including heat-and-serve, prebaked, and presliced—
to support your unique production process. Boost your check
averages and your reputation with these sweet somethings from
Gordon Food Service.
The dessert category is increasingly popular, and offers exciting
opportunities to drive sales. Here’s why: Seven out of ten
consumers say they eat dessert at least once a week—and this
group has grown by more than 10 percent during the past three
years. Gordon Food Service can help your operation stay onboard
with the latest dessert trends, to maximize productivity
and keep your patrons coming back for more.
How often do you eat dessert after a meal?
Rarely
15%
Once in a While
28%
Very
Frequently
30%
Often
27%
Rarely
10%
Once in a While
20%
Often
34%
Very
Frequently
36%
2007
2010
Base: 1,501 (2007) and 1,500 (2010) consumers aged 18+
Source: Technomic and Sara Lee