African Flavors Trend Is Big And Bold In 2017

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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The Seed Trend Is Growing In 2017

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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FDR’s 2017 Food Trend Predictions In The Media

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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The Sustainable Protein Trend Is Hitting Restaurants in 2017

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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Elegant 1960s Retro Food Trends On The Menu

In the 1960s, Americans were putting decades of wars, food rations, fish sticks, casseroles, and TV dinners behind them. Incomes were rising. French cuisine was en vogue and entertaining became a grand affair. Keep reading to see what foods were popular during the 1960s and which are making a return in the 2020s.

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A Delicious And Global Appetizer Restaurant Trend

Given how international tastes are a strong food trend these days, we thought it only appropriate to see how global flavors are landing in appetizers. Here are descriptions of just a few appetizers we’ve seen on menus lately.

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