Many observers believe that the grocery business is headed for a widespread incorporation of self-run, full-service restaurants inside of the traditional grocery walls.

Plant-based proteins aren't just for vegans and vegetarians anymore as US consumers seek more protein in their diets and plant-based foods become more available and tastier.

New research from Mintel reveals that almost three in 10 (28%) Younger Millennials (aged 24-31) drink at home because they believe "it takes too much effort to go out."

Although foodservice spending has been increasing — up 2% in the year ending May 2018 —foodservice visits were flat in the period compared to year ago.

With the erosion of three squares a day and without a clear distinction between light meals and heavy snacks, the percent of US adults who agree that breakfast is the most important meal a day has notched down somewhat from 57% in 2007 to 52% in 2017, according to data published in Breakfast and Breakfast Foods All Day: Culinary Trend Tracking Series. Even so, breakfast still beats the pancakes out of lunch (18%) or dinner (19%) by this measure.

A perennial trend, the culinary traditions of the vast Asian continent are riding a new wave of popularity.

Potatoes are a globally-inspired ingredient that are central to some of the hottest ethnic cuisines, from Indian to Latin to Asian and African. A blank canvas for creativity, potatoes beautifully absorb flavorful sauces and curries.

Consumers are driven to choose foods that make them feel healthy and this is making plant-based eating an attractive option.