TOP 10 TRENDS 2018
If trends are any indication, 2018 is going to be an entertaining year. Our Top 10 Trends indicate a consumer yearning to be wowed without worry. Fanciness and precision make way for casual yet inspired. From shareable seacuterie offerings and new-wave texture treatments to taco taverns and Instagramable cocktails, today’s trends are a swing back to the lighter side of things.
Seacuterie Rising
Fish spreads, smoked mussels and their ilk are becoming the new hip and cool bar ...
Hummus and Beyond
With so much momentum behind hummus innovation, a new opportunity has taken shape, where chefs ...
Passage to India
Indian food is catching fire this year. Approachability is everything. With diners game for the ...
Eastern Mediterranean Meats
Flavor-rich döner and shawarma are ripe for mainstream menu development. Their built-in craveability, coupled with ...
All About Texture
Creative brittles, crumbles, crispy bits and popped grains are upgrading the dining experience. Chefs are ...
Yogurt's High Heat
In today’s foodservice landscape, unique flavor-building is key to menu differentiation and brand loyalty. Spicy ...
Taco Revolution
Today's tacos take inspiration from all cuisines including Latin, Southeast Asian, Indian, Mediterranean. There's a ...
Sorghum Soars
Sorghum’s flour answers the demand for both gluten-free and whole-grain. Sorghum syrup offers a mild, ...
Falafel Up Front
Falafel is a plant-based superstar, with craveable texture, customizable flavor and endless versatility. It’s cheap ...
Cocktails at Play
Fun cocktails offer escape, entertainment, and shareability. Use your cocktail menu to push limits and ...