Demanding what you want and when you want it are hallmarks of Millennials, the 69 million US adults currently age 18-34
April 27, 2016
This pronounced proclivity for bold and confident individualism extends noticeably to Millennials’ food choices, according to market research publisher Packaged Facts in the brand-new report Millennial Menus: Culinary Trend Tracking Series.
Millennial parents, multicultural children, and childhood obesity are influencing how industry players manufacture and market foods for kids
April 14, 2016
In fact, more than a quarter of parents (26%) learn about a new product as a request from their child, according to market research publisher Packaged Facts in the brand-new report, Kids Food and Beverage Market in the U.S., 8th Edition.
Marketers have been quick to develop new products and modify the ingredients of existing products to keep salty snacks relevant
March 22, 2016
Threading the salty-but-healthy snack combination is a major key in appealing to consumers over the next few years, according market research publisher Packaged Facts.
Nearly three of four consumers say that fast food restaurants should monitor food safety more closely
March 21, 2016
A national consumer survey conducted last year during the height of Chipotle's Listeria public relations nightmare revealed that 46% of U.S. consumers were increasingly concerned about food safety.
Growing market for plant proteins pushes some Americans away from animal-based proteins
March 9, 2016
The thriving and growing market for plant proteins has given Americans the push to become less reliant upon—or in some cases even entirely forgo—animal-based protein sources, according to market research publisher Packaged Facts in the brand-new report, Food Formulation and Ingredient Trends: Plant Proteins.
Menus seek to balance health versus indulgence, convenience versus experience
February 15, 2016
And while traditional pizza toppings, sauces, and cheese remain the most menued, trends suggest that operators are pushing the boundaries in attempt to challenge popular conceptions of pizza.