By Greg Holgate, Business Development Manager (Pharma) at ACI Group For decades, food indulgence was strongly associated with excess: larger portions, richer formulations, and bold flavour and colour systems designed to maximise shelf impact. In product development, indulgence often meant more sugar, more fat, or simply the ability to offer a more intense mouthfeel through […]
Griffith Foods, a global product development partner for food companies, has released its culinary trend predictions for 2026. Drawing on insights from its network of more than 50 chefs across six continents, Griffith Foods’ annual Food & Flavor Outlook identifies the most anticipated consumer trends through extensive culinary industry research and collaboration with trusted research […]
Five trends reshaping the sector The snack aisle is evolving. What was once dominated by indulgence is now defined by innovation and a growing demand for products that not only taste good, but also do good. The majority of consumers today want more from their snacks: more function, more flavour, more transparency. And they want […]
EIT Food’s latest Consumer Trends Report exposes critical messaging challenges for upcycled food manufacturers, with European research revealing that environmental support fails to translate into purchasing behaviour when consumers prioritize taste, health, quality and affordability over sustainability claims across four tested positioning strategies.
The United Kingdom’s Food Standards Agency’s latest Consumer Insights Tracker exposes concerning trends in food safety behaviours, with two-thirds of UK consumers eating food past use-by dates to save money, while emerging technologies like cell-cultivated meat face significant consumer resistance despite growing scientific development.
By Trish Fellowes, Food Sales Manager at ACI Group Plant-based proteins are at the forefront of food and beverage innovation, highly regarded for their versatility in plant-based food formulations, functional beverages, bars, snacks, dairy, and meat alternatives. While these ingredients were traditionally the domain in vegan-only products, today they offer exciting solutions for the growing […]
Analysis of over seven million orders from more than 3,000 Asian restaurants across the United States reveals noteworthy shifts in consumer preferences, with traditional chicken dishes showing sustained growth and plant-based proteins gaining market share. The data, compiled by Chinese Menu Online, offers valuable insights for foodservice operations planning Lunar New Year celebrations.
New research from MycoTechnology highlights consumer preferences for sugar reduction and natural sweeteners, as the company prepares to showcase its novel honey truffle-derived sweet protein at BevNET Live this December.
Researchers at the University of Georgia have developed an efficient method to create an instant, plant-based version of the popular ‘golden milk’ beverage, preserving the beneficial properties of curcumin while extending its shelf life.
A comprehensive study conducted across 18 European countries has unveiled a concerning trend in consumer attitudes towards the food sector, with fewer individuals reporting engagement in healthy and sustainable food choices. The EIT Food Trust Report, now in its sixth year, provides critical insights into consumer trust and behaviour in the European food system.
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