Dan Follese
Dan Follese has spent decades in kitchens across the country, but his true passion lies in translating that hands-on experience into insights the entire industry can use. As Managing Director of the ACF Culinary Consulting Cooperative (ACFCCC), Dan leads a team of chef-consultants who help food manufacturers understand exactly how their products perform on real menus, in real kitchens, for real diners. Dan is also the creator of MenuSignals.com, a platform built on a simple idea: chefs deserve a candid, expert voice in the conversation between manufacturers and the operators who bring their products to the table. Through MenuSignals, Dan and his team deliver honest product evaluations and market insights that cut through the noise — no fluff, just pro-level perspective from people who've actually worked the line. As a member of the Editorial Board for HospitalityNews.com, Dan brings that same candor to his writing, offering readers practical, kitchen-tested insights designed to spark curiosity and inspire experimentation. Whether he's dissecting a menu trend or breaking down what makes a product truly stand out, Dan's goal is always the same: to get people excited about food and to give them the confidence to try something new in their own kitchen.
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