Food and Beverage Trends
Today’s restaurant-goers want the food on their plate to tell a story. They want to know what farm the ingredients came from. They want to meet the maker and understand the process. They want a unique dining experience that looks as good on Instagram as it tastes in the restaurant. The more local, sustainable, small-batch,…
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It’s all about the multi-tasking these days; even in the food and beverage industry. Why eat regular oatmeal when you can eat protein-added oatmeal? Making a smoothie? Throw some seeds in the blender. You don’t always think of health when you think of alcoholic drinks, but if you’re going to have a cocktail, why not…
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Asian cuisine has been at the forefront when it comes to global flavor trends in the United States in recent years. We love vindaloo, Thai curry, sushi, or a bowl of pho or bibimbap. Asian cuisine isn’t going anywhere, but what’s next in spicy, flavorful, international cuisine here in the United States? We’re looking forward…
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Healthy and environmentally-friendly foods are increasingly popular. People aren’t afraid of fat anymore, but they want it wrapped up with protein and fiber into a convenient, sustainable little package. That’s where seeds fit in nicely. Seeds are an easy and guilt-free way to sprinkle nutrition and value onto the foods that people are already eating.
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Last fall, we published our big list of 2017 food and beverage trend predictions as well as our list of trending foods on the fringe. Both lists received attention from food writers who included our insights into their own coverage. Here we bring you a few of our favorite media mentions.
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Juicy burgers, fall-off-the-bone BBQ ribs, and slow-roasted pork roast. We love ‘em all, and we’re not alone. America has a love affair with all things protein, but we can’t ignore the negative environmental impact of chickens, cows, pigs, and other livestock raised for food. Choosing free-range and heritage breeds is a good start, but consumers…
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