Prepared Foods Editorial Staff

Fifty percent of consumers plan to dine at or order from restaurants during the December holidays. When out for dinner, 61% of consumers said they typically order non-alcoholic beverages, while 33% of consumers noted they drink water, with most favoring tap water.

SNICKERS, TWIX & MILKY WAY Chocolate Milks will deliver these chocolate bar flavors as shelf-stable silky smooth chocolate milks.

Snack Factory unveiled Pop’ums, a new snack that brings together popcorn and the crunch of pretzels into a fun-to-eat food product. Snack Factory has been rethinking pretzels with its unexpected offerings since it launched Pretzel Crisps in 2004.

Following the successful release of HI-CHEW Fantasy Mix in 2022, Blue Raspberry became a favorite flavor. Its nostalgic familiarity and fantasy-like profile offer a distinct flavor experience. 

In its culinary journey to find the perfect complementary sauce, Taco Bell tested over 100 sauces to curate not one, but three dip pairings – introducing the exclusive new Hidden Valley Fire Ranch Sauce.

Following Circana’s forecast for 2024 from a year ago and the recent midyear update, the market has mainly trended as predicted. Overall, dollar sales have grown by 2.6%, price/mix by 1.6% and volume sales by 1.1% in 2024.

Inspired by the explosive energy of Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival and the diversity of Brazilian fruits, this new drink is a celebration of flavor and vitality, the company says.

The "healthy" claim has been updated to help consumers find foods that are the foundation of a healthy dietary pattern and could also result in the development of healthier foods. Manufacturers can voluntarily use the “healthy” claim on a food package if a product meets the updated definition.

Available in four flavors – Matcha Latte, Berry Blast, Tropical Fruit, and Plain – the new line features 5g of collagen in each serving and is lactose-free, as consumer demand for lactose-free dairy products is predicted to grow over the next five years.

Replenza supports consumers, whether they are at the beginning of a GLP-1 journey or are well on the way. Replenza offers a comprehensive approach to supporting muscle recovery, digestive health, and skin elasticity, making it an essential companion for those on GLP-1 medications.