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Anuga 2019 identifies top themes in international new product development

In term of regions, Europe ranks first in terms of introducing new free-from products, whereas in North America compared to Europe, just under half as many new products of this category are introduced.

July 25, 2019

Koelnmesse GmbH, the Germany-based host of Anuga 2019, which takes place Oct. 5-9 in Germany, identified top themes in international food and beverage development.

Study reveals top flavor trends of 2019

The search for something new, different and exciting is leading flavor developments in food and beverage, supported by an ongoing interest in natural, clean label and healthier options.

July 15, 2019

The search for something new, different and exciting is leading flavor developments in food and beverage, supported by an ongoing interest in natural, clean label and healthier options, according to a report released by Innova Market Insights, The Netherlands.

Study reveals consumers love to discover new flavors

Flavor remains the No. 1 factor of importance when buying food and beverages.

May 15, 2019

Two out of three U.S. consumers “love to discover new flavors,” while the same proportion say that “going out for dinner inspires their home cooking,” according to a survey released by Innova Market Insights, The Netherlands.

Hibiscus named flavor of the year for 2019

Hibiscus boasts numerous health benefits and medicinal remedies.

December 19, 2018

Firmenich, Switzerland, named hibiscus as the flavor of the year for 2019 based on the growing appeal of florals in food and beverages.

Study: Shades of sunshine set to drive food color innovation in 2019

In 2019, consumers will prefer food and drink that can arouse a sense of freshness and light.

December 19, 2018

The sunshine spectrum – bright yellow through to deep orange – will stimulate colorful food and beverage development in 2019, as consumers seek out products that inspire upbeat, positive emotions and unite people with a feeling of joy, according to GNT USA, Tarrytown, N.Y.

Dole releases fruit pairings guide of flavor trends for foodservice menus

This year’s theme, “Ancient Inspirations,” pairs frozen DOLE fruit as blackberry, mango, cherry and pineapple with spices, grains and ingredients from around the globe.

May 2, 2018

Dole Packaged Foods, LLC, Westlake Village, Calif., released its 2018 Fruit Pairings, an annual prediction of unique flavor trends.

McCormick launches annual flavor forecast

Past reports have predicted flavor forecasts with “obscure” ingredients like maple, sea salt, kale and coconut water and milk. Not so obscure anymore.

December 8, 2017

McCormick & Co., Baltimore, Md., deployed a team of more than 100 global experts, including chefs, culinary professionals, trend trackers and food technologists, to identify the next big flavor trends.

Study: 2018 culinary trends cook up new spins on familiar foods

This report identifies more than a dozen foods, beverages and ingredients that will trend in 2018 and beyond.

November 7, 2017

The latest wave of culinary innovation is cooking up inspiration and innovation based more on the familiar than the exotic or foreign, according to “New Spins on Standards 2017: Culinary Trend Tracking Series,” produced by Packaged Facts, Rockville, Md.

Mintel study: Majority of Americans want seasonal ingredients year-round

Seasonal food and drink ingredients present a welcome opportunity for consumers to extend that special holiday feeling or escape the dreary winter days for sunny summer flavors.

March 3, 2017

While Americans wait all year in anticipation for their favorite seasonal-inspired food and drinks, new research from Mintel, Chicago, reveals that nearly seven in 10 (67%) consumers enjoy being able to consume specific seasonal ingredients year-round.

Top beverage flavor trends for 2017

This year, Tumeric claims the No. 1 spot.

December 22, 2016

The flavor forecast for 2017 is shaping up to be all about seeking healthy and clean, but will also explore a bit of the exotic, according to a team of flavor experts from Flavorman, Louisville, Ky.