By now, we've all read about the surge in home-cooking. Spending more time at home during the pandemic has provided the context for consumers to explore the food preparation spectrum, from making soups and casseroles to researching global foods and flavors and of course making a valiant attempt at baking.
A total of 44% of consumers say that they would experiment with flavor choices in cake versus 33% in bread
April 14, 2021
When assessing consumer response to bakery, it is impossible to put bread and cakes in the same basket. The former is seen as an everyday staple with health and nutritional benefits, while the latter are pleasurable indulgences for more occasional use. It is very much a tale of two concepts.
It’s been 26 years since the California Milk Processor board first launched its legendary “Got Milk?” campaign. Even with the passing of time, the slogan (picked up the Milk Processor Education Program) still speaks to milk’s role as an at-home, every day staple.
Bakery foods, especially baking ingredients, were one of the first categories to experience COVID-19-induced consumption gains in 2020. Last spring brought shelter-in-place orders and they unleashed a once-in-a-lifetime stampede for home baking supplies.
Hosted by lifestyle experts, Whole Foods reimagines home economics inviting customers to learn new skills in virtual classes
August 18, 2020
Through a series of virtual classes, each with a contemporary take on mastering everyday home tasks and need-to-know life skills, “students” will learn everything from creative baking swaps and transforming food scraps to stocking up on grocery staples and choosing the right cleaning products.
Ramen Lab will collaborate with well-known ramen shops to capture the signature flavors and styles of individual chefs
August 12, 2020
Ramen Lab, the pop-up restaurant incubator from Sun Noodle, announced that it is launching a frozen prepared ramen bowl product line called Ramen Lab at Home: Chef to Guest. Ramen Lab will collaborate with celebrated ramen chefs. The store launched on August 7.
The spices are pure, extracted spice resins contained in a mini spray bottle for easy use
May 22, 2020
Spray Gourmet, a Florida-based company, is offering a fresh, new look on how consumers make food. In an effort to achieve the best flavor for breakfast, lunch and dinner without having to shop weekly to maintain fresh spices, consumers can now rely on Spray Gourmet Liquid Spices.