While Sriracha, gochujang and harissa continue to find favor with consumers and operators, the foodservice community awaits the next big global hit to transform menus.

This collection presents craveable seasoning blends for drinks, seafood, snacks and salsa. These items are also the starting point for food manufacturers and foodservice establishments to develop their own rich signature product offerings, with Fuchs’ culinary specialists at their side.

If you are faced with the option of ghost pepper salsa versus a hot salsa, which product would you choose?

A savvy food product developer knows that the source (or sources) of heat is only one part of the equation. There also needs to be the right complement of flavors.

While many food historians agree that chili con carne is an American dish with Mexican roots, Mexicans are said to indignantly deny any association with the dish. 

Sriracha is a type of hot sauce or chili paste made from chili peppers, distilled vinegar, garlic, sugar and salt. It is believed to have originated in Sri Racha, Thailand.

Flamin' Hot Nacho's taste experience starts with the original nacho cheese flavor fans know and love, followed by a kick of heat that continues to build.

Here is a quick survey of some of the most notable sauces, marinades and dressing introductions from the past year.

“We strive to continuously provide consumers with innovative, on-trend products that will appeal to the whole family,” says Haven Cockerham, vice president and general manager at B&G Foods. “Our new Ortega Bakeable Tortilla Kits, expanded line of Ortega Good Grains Taco Shells and Ortega Flavor Craver Taco Sauces spice up traditional taco nights with a distinct blend of flavors and authentic taste to provide restaurant-inspired meals at home.”

International cuisines continue expanding and trending.