Tastes & Trends Blog
AI in Foodservice
January 23, 2024
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) by food companies and individual consumers is becoming increasingly prevalent. Brands have been testing how to incorporate advances in AI in their daily operations to streamline processes and cut costs. Despite initial hesitations, consumers, too, have been jumping on the AI bandwagon, adopting new technologies and putting AI to […]
2024 Trending Global Flavors
January 16, 2024
Global flavors are here to stay! Consumers have been growing increasingly curious about how people in other parts of the world eat, fueling their interest in trying international foods, flavors, and dishes. Budget constraints caused by inflation have also been driving this trend, as travel and other forms of entertainment are not viable options for […]
Regulatory Update 2024
January 9, 2024
Keeping up with the ever-changing, ever-complicated regulatory landscape can be a challenge, especially with so many changes on the horizon. What regulatory issues should food and beverage companies be aware of going into 2024? In this blog, our regulatory expert, Ashley Brooks, breaks it down for you, providing her insights into important changes and updates […]
Trends in Soups & Stews
January 2, 2024
With temperatures continuing to drop, soup season is officially upon us. Soups and stews are staples in many consumers’ diets, due to their comforting nature, their association with health and wellness, and their many, many varieties. Just like just about every other food and beverage category, trends in soups and stews have continued to evolve […]
The Culinary Journey that Made Up 2023
December 27, 2023
What were the top trending foods, flavor profiles, and culinary gadgets this year? In this blog, our corporate executive chef, Howard Cantor, reflects on the biggest trends in 2023 that shaped the culinary world. Each year I’m asked to give a recap of the year’s culinary landscape from a chef’s point of view, and it […]
Seasonal Innovations: Holiday LTOs
December 19, 2023
With consumers’ preferences constantly evolving when it comes to food and flavor, limited time offers (LTOs) have become a key strategy for brands that are trying to keep up with consumers’ demands and capitalize on the latest trends. As a result, seasonal LTOs, or those that embrace the flavors, foods, and ingredients that are the […]