Articles Tagged with ''food trends''

What will the breakthrough new products of next year be? Most likely something recognizable...with a twist.

The Top 100 limited-service sandwich chains grew sales by 8.6 percent in 2008, to $20.3 billion.

Looking for the latest in new product innovation? Forget the recession and head to the nearest restaurant.

Consumers are interested in expanding their palates when dining out and want to patronize restaurants that offer innovative flavors.

The changing economy has spurred many consumers to change their spending habits with more than half of consumers saying they are buying less in the deli and prepared food areas.

Consumers are willing to pay more for a specialty burger, especially a premium burger, than they are for a standard burger, regardless of restaurant segment.

Surveying Americans about their health, Mintel, Chicago, says people's perceptions strongly contradict national statistics about obesity, illness and wellness.

In-home snacking -- morning, noon and night, but especially morning -- will outpace population growth during the next decade.

Although its focus was fresh produce on the menu, an industry survey of restaurant operators has some important learnings for frozen fruit and vegetable processors as well.

Facing recessionary pressure and prospects of more frugal consumer spending, Whole Foods Market Inc. has decided to reemphasize the healthy eating element of its proposition to consumers.