The future of food packaging 12.22.2015 By Monica Watrous Digital printing, sustainable solutions on Mintel's list of key trends for 2016.Read More
Sweet heat takes flight 12.17.2015 By Donna Berry The pairing of heat and sweet creates an unexpected but surprisingly versatile twist.Read More
What was hot — and not — in 2015 12.14.2015 By Monica Watrous Trend spotter reviews how year-ago predictions panned out.Read More
Gourmet porridge trend has ancient grain appeal 12.10.2015 By Anna Klainbaum Versatility is what has brought porridge to the attention of chefs and product developers.Read More
Trendspotting at the private label trade show 11.19.2015 By Monica Watrous Organic instant pudding, imported Belgian waffles and vegan jerky were among innovations highlighted at P.L.M.A. 2015.Read More
‘Clean eating’ a clear leader in Innova’s 2016 forecast 11.17.2015 By Jeff Gelski Clear labels for organic items takes the No. 1 spot in a top 10 trends list.Read More
Baking goes bold 11.16.2015 By Donna Berry Anything and everything now show up as flavors on formulators’ benches, from heirloom fruit varietals to world cuisines to every variety of cheese under the sun.Read More
The science of savory 07.20.2015 By Donna Berry The fifth taste, umami, implies the presence of protein.Read More
I.F.T.15: The next big global flavors 07.14.2015 By Monica Watrous Mintel identifies emerging sources of international flavor inspiration and innovative ways to deliver these cuisines to American consumers.Read More
Creating a ‘clean’ taste 05.21.2015 By Keith Nunes Preserving an established flavor often tough when reformulating for a clean label.Read More