PROTEIN-PACKED EVERYTHING Consumers are on a wellness quest and seek food and beverages with added benefits. Protein is the en vogue ingredient appearing in everything, including beverages, cereals, snacks, candy,
It’s not officially spring yet, but brands are launching a bevy of fruit-flavored food and beverages. Like strawberry, peach and banana flavors are trending and inspiring fragrances. PEACY KEEN Inspired
According to Datassential, Strawberry is a well-liked flavor, with 98% of people knowing it, 87% liking or loving it, and 95% having tried it. From 2021 to 2022, strawberry-flavored menu
Collagen is an abundant protein in our bodies that decreases with age. It is the main component in our skin, bones, and connective tissues giving skin its elasticity. Collagen in
Honey is not new. It’s believed that it is 8,000 years old. Honey has been appearing in beauty products, fragrances, and alcoholic beverages. Hot honey is popular and evident in
Los Angeles-based, Germany-born Martin Riese is America’s first water sommelier. According to a February 7, 2023, Tasting Table article, there are only about 100 water sommeliers. Water can come from
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), in 2022, the average U.S. consumer consumed about 42 pounds of cheese. Taste or flavor is the most likely factor to influence
According to Market Research Future, the caviar market is estimated to reach over $512.3 million by the end of 2030, growing at a CAGR of over 5.98%. TikTok has helped
Marcel Duchamp was ahead of his time with his Fountain sculpture of a porcelain urinal. Then Andy Warhol created the Oxidation series of paintings created by urinating on copper-coated canvases.
According to Datassential, Mexican cuisine is the third most popular cuisine in the U.S. and growing, particularly among younger adults. Street tacos are found on 2.9% of U.S. menus, an
In honor of National Pizza Month (October), this trend article is about pizza trends and current market innovations. According to Vericast, Americans consume approximately three billion pizzas each year. The
According to the IMARC Group, the global breakfast cereal market reached $100.7 billion in 2022 and is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 4.24% between 2023-2028. Americans eat roughly
Rediscovering Tequila Tequila is exclusively made from the Blue Weber Agave (Agave tequilana). It has an internationally recognized Denomination of Origin and can only be produced in one of five
Consumers continue to seek functional food, beverage, and beauty products. Mintel’s research data showed that 73% of adults consume drinks promoting an added functional benefit. Furthermore, “Emotional/Mental Health” was among
It is said that Americans consume more than 2.5 billion pounds of pickles each year, which is the equivalent of 20 billion pickles. Pickles are a popular summer flavor appearing
According to IBISWorld, the Seasoning, Sauce, and Condiment market reached $29.2 billion in 2022 and has grown 3.4% per year on average between 2017 and 2022. Condiments are heating up
Elote, which means “corn cob” in Spanish, is Mexican street corn made with grilled corn on the cob topped with mayonnaise, cotija cheese, tajin, lime, and cilantro. This unique flavor
According to National Agricultural Statistics Service, in 2020, fresh apricots reached $24 million, while processed apricots reached $10 million. Apricot is on the radar emerging as a spring flavor in
Plant-Based Fish & Seafood Alternatives Makes A Splash Whether it’s plant-based milk or plant-based meat, plant-based food and beverages continue to trend. In addition to meat-based protein, consumers are eating
Steepen In Tea Sales Tea is trending. According to Nielsen, tea sales reached $70 billion, an 11.3% year-over-year increase, for the 52 weeks ending April 17, 2021. Packaged tea, Ready-To-Drink
Milking It – Just The Numbers According to IRI, refrigerated whole-milk dollar sales jumped 1.2% to $5,430.2 million during the 52 weeks ending Sept. 5, 2021. NielsenIQ’s data for the
Eggs continue to trend. Now plant-based egg products are trending. Like all consumer packaged goods, everyone is working on plant-based alternatives. Eggs are no exception. According to a GlobalData survey,
As of January 2021, bacon sales grew nearly 23% over the same period the previous year with sales reaching $489 million, according to IRI Integrated Fresh. According to Spins, sales
Watermelon is a popular seasonal beverage flavor that never goes out of style. The warm weather welcomes the latest watermelon launches including non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks. According to Datassential, more
From plant-based milk to plant-based meat, plant-based everything is trending with a dizzying amount of new food and beverage launches. Innova’s 2020 Consumer Survey revealed that the top four reasons
Mushrooms are spore-bearing fruiting bodies of a fungus. You may not be a mushroom fan, but you should be after you realize their numerous and functional uses. Many mushrooms are
Soy milk once dominated the alternative, non-dairy milk market with no competition. Today, the plant-based milk landscape is competitive with a variety of plant-based sources. Almond milk and oat milk
Aloha Summer Pineapple. Nothing says summer-like tropical fruit flavors. And this summer individuals are sipping on pineapple beverages making pineapple the hottest sweet and tart beverage flavor this season. From
Probiotics are live microorganisms (typically bacteria or yeast) that live in one’s gut and are good for the digestive system. Prebiotics are dietary fiber that provides fuel or energy for
The younger demographics continue to explore multicultural flavors. Middle Eastern flavors with an emphasis on Israeli-inspired cuisine and hummus are currently popular. Chickpeas also known as garbanzo or garbanzo beans
Statistics suggest that egg consumption is the highest it’s been in almost 40 years with U.S. consumers eating an average of 279 eggs per year. October 12, 2018 marked World
PB&J (Peanut Butter & Jelly) is an iconic, American classic. The first written peanut butter and jelly sandwich recipe was published by Julia Davis Chandler in 1901. Today manufacturers are getting
Collagen is said to be the most abundant protein in our bodies and is a main component in our skin, bones and connective tissues, which helps give skin its strength
Adaptogens are natural, super-herbs known for their restorative properties often used in herbal medicine and Ayurvedic practices to help the body and mind adapt to stress. Driven by the health
There’s been a lot of buzz about coffee. From unique coffee flavor combinations and new coffee shops to caffeine pick-me ups and alternative uses, coffee is brewing. According to the
I’ve never been a fan of organ meat, bone marrow, or oxtail soup, but it seems like ’tis the season for bone broth soup. Bone broth soups are known to
Red Maca is a Peruvian root known for its health properties and it’s the “it” superfood emerging. Yellow/Cream Maca and Black Maca are also other varieties of the root. All
Trend Alert – seems like beer flavors are trickling into candy. Jelly Belly debuted a non-alcoholic Draft Beer Jelly Bean while ChocOBeer in Europe introduced a line of nine chocolates filled with
According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 43.8 million people in the U.S. smoke cigarettes. Apparently smokers aren’t the only people that enjoy the smell or taste of tobacco.
I recently had a cup of cold brewed Earl Grey iced tea from Kee’s Chocolates. Besides the fact that I am caffeine sensitive and was up all night, it inspired
Cherry and watermelon are the in vogue fruits of the summer season and are inspiring new fragrance and flavor introductions. In fine fragrance, as a spring limited edition, Escada launched Cherry
Kale, the new superfood darling, is a cruciferous vegetable member of the cabbage family. It is appearing in new Kale products such as fresh-squeezed juices, raw salads, prepared foods, and
What exactly is a sunchoke? A sunchoke is most popularly known as a Jerusalem artichoke and is a tuber vegetable. It’s not from Jerusalem, it’s native to North America and
Sweet honey has long been utilized throughout history in a majority of cultures. Known as a healthful ingredient, honey is most commonly used as a natural sweetener and happens to
With the growth of the beauty industry in the Middle East there have been a slew of spicy, oriental and woody fragrance directions emerging, some of which are specially developed
In 2007, popcorn received a bad rap because of its link to lung disease driven by Diacetyl, the ingredient found in microwave popcorn to create the buttery aroma and taste.
As children, we constantly put dirt in our mouth and as adults we are going back to our roots and now we “eat dirt” as the raw, vegan and foraging
Sea Buckthorn Berry also known as Sea Berry is a tart, orange colored grape-sized berry, which grows in Europe, Asia, and North America. This superfruit has been receiving attention for
In recent years, berries of all kinds have been receiving a lot of press due to their antioxidant properties and health benefits. Grapes, particularly those used in wine, are appearing
The latest craze in the food and beverage sector is Stevia, a natural sweetener and common sugar substitute with zero calories. Its origins are from South America and it’s between
Entertainment based on vampires, products incorporating the word “blood,” and products based on consumers’ blood types are gaining popularity. Movies, books, and websites based on vampires, blood vessel dilating technology,
They say “diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” but diamonds are appearing in more than just jewelry, and aren’t just for women. From luxury accessories to beauty care products, diamonds
Manufacturers, retailers, and consumers alike are looking for new and exciting ingredients to create unique products and enticing marketing concepts. Several ingredients such as Mastic, Shiso and Kimchi are emerging
In the midst of a recession, consumers are trading up for premium products. They are gravitating towards affordable luxuries, products that provide a higher level of quality, taste, and aspiration