Top 10 Food Trends
Upscale dining at home, dramatic demographic changes, ethical issues, and consumers’ appetite for adventure will refocus the food industry in the years ahead.
Conspicuous indulgence vs portion control, locally grown vs fast-prep technology, gourmet home-cooking vs fast-food take-out, and single-serve vs family-sized foods . . . today's food trends and consumer demands are becoming as diverse as the United States population.
Health, convenience, value, and, of course, taste remain the key drivers of the global food industry, with sales up 4% in 2006 (ACNielsen, 2006). Drinkable yogurt and fresh soupsb�14;each up 18%b�14;were the fastest-…
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