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Flavors that male and female consumers prefer

Spice, Flavor Trends in Foodservice

Adding a mix of mild and spicy peppers can stir customer intrigue for dishes that aren’t easily replicated at home

Darren Tristano

February 11, 2016

With the introduction of fiery sriracha, it’s been all about spicing up the menu in foodservice.

Innova believes the next big battleground in the free-from arena will be lactose and dairy free

Free-From Foods for All Consumers

Allergen-friendly foods and drinks expand, manufacturers look for the next big trend wave

Lu Ann Williams

February 11, 2016

Last year was when “free from” truly went mainstream and Innova Market Insights has identified “Free From, For All” as a key trend for 2016.

Lay's Potato Chips New Flavor Line-Up

Four all-new Lay's flavors reflect Americans' changing palate compete against four American classics

February 10, 2016

Sophistication of Fresh Supermarket Prepared Foods

FMI, Technomic report evaluates business strategies for grocery success in fresh meals

February 9, 2016

The study suggests that most stores (64%) witnessed 2014 prepared foods category growth of 9% or higher.

Americans’ Favorite Comfort Foods

Comfort food used as a emotional boost with no guilt

February 8, 2016

Americans seem to hold a similar viewpoint, as two thirds (66%) indicate they don’t feel guilty after indulging in their favorite comfort food.

Asian Noodle Dishes the Next Frontier for Culinary Adventure

Asian noodle dishes are a vehicle to encourage consumers to try new things

February 3, 2016

Instead, taking an authentic approach to this type of culinary innovation can help brands and menu dishes stand apart from mainstream noodles such as spaghetti.

Research Uncovers Consumer Values Influencing Food Decisions

Taste, price and convenience are no longer the sole deciding factors when people buy food and beverages

February 2, 2016

Taste, price and convenience are no longer the sole deciding factors when people buy food and beverages, according to a new study,from Deloitte, Food Marketing Institute (FMI) and Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA).

Trends from the 2016 Winter Fancy Food Show

Specialty Food Association’s Trendspotter Panel uncovers news trends for 2016

February 1, 2016

With more than 1,500 exhibitors from around the world showcasing 80,000 different specialty food and beverages, there were plenty of items for the Specialty Food Association’s Trendspotter Panel to consider.

IRI Report Finds CPG Industry Struggled in 2015

Top trends for 2016 include keeping pulse on ethnic diversity, harnessing insights on how consumers are shopping online and focusing on quality versus quantity of marketing messages

January 28, 2016

IRI’s latest Times & Trends report, “Taking Stock of CPG Past and Future: Gear Up Now for a Year of Growth,” analyzes the lessons learned in 2015 and provides insight into several key trends that will drive growth in 2016.

Health Trends Spark Meat, Poultry Market

25% of consumers have switched to healthier meats in the past year, finds survey

January 26, 2016

One fourth of consumers say they have switched to healthier meat and poultry products within the last year, and all signs indicate that share will continue to grow.