Beverage

Mintel reports that 90 percent of alcohol drinkers consume alcoholic beverages at home, compared to 77 percent who drink outside the home.

National Restaurant Association’s 2010 International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event in May to include expert-led, educational sessions.

Locally produced wine and beer is the fifth hottest trend on restaurant menus in 2010, and culinary cocktails and artisan liquor both rank in the top 20.

Chefs say local sourcing of ingredients, sustainability, and nutrition will be the hottest trends on restaurant menus in 2010.