FLAVOR FLASH
TRENDING FLAVORS AND INGREDIENTS Asian Cuisine
“The long history of Chinese food in the U.S. and its resulting ubiquity ensures its role as the most consumed Asian cuisine. Trends have come and gone, but there continues to be room for […]
“Proteins are center of the plate influencers: their flavors drive the side dishes paired around them for nearly half of consumers. Value-added flavor innovation is […]
“Innovation is necessary for dairy categories to remain relevant, as consumers increasingly purchase both dairy and dairy-alternative products. Develop products that provide consumers with unique […]
“The desserts and confections market performed well during the pandemic as consumers leaned into indulgence for comfort, but consumers are aspiring to make […]
“Mexican cuisine is by far the most consumed Latin cuisine, reflecting not only availability but also its profound influence on U.S. food culture. The […]
“Dips and sauces sit at the intersection of experience and versatility and consumers expect both in new innovation. The pandemic has given rise to positive sales growth […]
“The non-alcoholic beverage category first and foremost relies on its most important and often inherent functionality, satisfying thirst, to drive consumer purchase, but consumers also look […]
“In an increasingly crowded market, snack brands will have a challenge to stand out. Ironically, BFY ingredient and flavor innovation may be the way to break through […]
“Functionality in food and drink has found its place within consumer routines, and curiosity in how diets can further support both physical and mental health is high, particularly […]
Alcoholic beverages provide excitement, experience, and relaxation for consumers and each of these drivers have become particularly salient because of COVID-19 and the subsequent recession. The category as […]
