# Pretzel Tasting Platters Toronto's Stadt Cafe Serves a German Pretzel Platter with Meat and Cheese By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-10-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tasting-platter References: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BXGxy7uADd9/?taken-by=stadtcafeto) & [stadtcafetoronto](https://www.stadtcafetoronto.com/#hello) The Stadt Cafe Toronto is a destination for pretzel tasting platters and German food with an emphasis on sustainable, hormone-free, pasture-raised, free-range and non-GMO ingredients. In order to connect city dwellers with local farmers and food producers, Stadt Cafe sources its ingredients from across Southern Ontario using a 100-kilometer model. At the cafe, diners are able to order a platter that features a [freshly baked Bavarian pretzel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brauhaus-pretzel), which is served with meat, mustard, [assorted cheese](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-cheese-board) and compound butter. The platter may also be built upon with an all-beef bratwurst and sauerkraut for an additional fee. Many consumers who are interested in discovering unique flavor pairings are favoring [small tasting plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charcuterie-snack-trays) over larger entrees. With this tasting platter, consumers have the chance to mix and match flavors exactly to their specifications. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pretzel Tasting:** Creating pretzel tasting experiences allows consumers to explore unique flavor pairings. - **Sustainable Sourcing:** Utilizing a 100-kilometer model for ingredient sourcing promotes sustainability and connects city dwellers with local farmers. - **Small Tasting Plates:** The trend of favoring small tasting plates over larger entrees caters to consumers interested in discovering diverse flavor combinations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of pretzel tasting by offering unique pretzel platters with various flavor options. - **Hospitality:** In the hospitality industry, incorporating sustainable sourcing practices and offering small tasting plates can provide a unique dining experience for guests. - **Farming and Agriculture:** Farmers and agricultural businesses can benefit from the focus on sustainable, non-GMO ingredients by partnering with local cafes and restaurants. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curated Pre-Assembled Charcuterie Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/preassembled-charcuterie.md) - [7-Foot Charcuterie Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extendable-charcuterie-board.md) - [Pull-Apart Pretzel Bread Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretzel-pullapart-bread.md) - [Oversized Pretzel Snack Buckets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bucket-of-bites.md) - [Cheese-Stuffed Pretzels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/combos-pizzeria-baked-pretzel.md) - [Gourmet Pretzel Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-box-pretzels.md) - [Charcuterie Subscription Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charcuterie-subscription-kits.md) - [Better-for-You Pretzel Breads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-brea-bakery-soft-pretzel.md) - [Sweet-and-Salty Cafe Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salted-caramel-pretzel-lineup.md)