Wine flights, cider flights, and coffee flights have been around for decades, allowing for comparative tastings and offering an alternative for those among us who struggle to choose just one. But why should beverages get all the glory…and the variety?
Creative food pros across the country, including right here in the South, are taking a cue from this idea, offering edible medleys on their menu that make it easy for diners to mix things up and customize each bite.
“Non-traditional flights are one of the trends featured in our 2026 Hospitality Trends Report, and we anticipate that the trend continues to grow stronger in the new year. We’re seeing everything from martini flights to cinnamon roll flights—which we named our 2026 dessert of the year—for the table to share,” says Andrew Freeman, founder of the boutique marketing and public relations firm af&co. and the co-founder of creative agency Carbonate…