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New Wave Foods is currently expecting to announce the launch of its Series A round in the near future.

As a flavorful addition to any restaurant menu or c-store café, Red Diamond’s Blueberry Muffin Coffee pairs well with breakfast and dessert options that can be consumed throughout the day.

Before this year arrived, there were many signs pointing to global flavors as a key, dominant trend for 2019. And of course, sauces, spreads, dressings and condiments are the leading ambassadors of new flavors.

Looking more closely at new product trends, it's clear that meat, poultry and seafood processors are addressing consumer interests in flavor and new food experiences. Still more new products help operators address back-of-house labor issues and consumers' concerns about ethical sourcing and sustainability.

Manufacturers' new offerings need to fit their customers' menu trends and operational demands. Those two requirements are standard. And then there's a third dimension—the true reason that makes a new item stand out for customer and consumer.

Originally developed for a single Northeast customer, LADYBIRD™ products quickly became a regional favorite, and customer requests for larger orders prompted the company's decision to ramp up sales and production to meet anticipated demand.

Remember when dairy products were sexy and on-trend? Food executives and consumers might recall the "Got Milk?" and the "Milk Mustache" campaigns in the early and mid-90s.

Beverages were a key topic and theme when the National Restaurant Association (NRA) released results of its annual "What's Hot" survey.

Foodservice operators have a lot of opportunity to appeal to various need states by offering beverages that are healthier, create a unique experience, reduce environmental impact, or incorporate all three for the "holy grail" of menu options.

As American tastes shift faster than ever before, both restaurants and food manufacturers are looking for new ways to pivot quickly to meet demands.