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. Adventurous, daring and re-imagined...

t’s a question brand owners, marketers and manufacturers continue to ask: How can we reach young consumers? As the Baby Boomers and Generation X mature, and Millennials and Generation Z expand their roles in the workforce and start families of their own, it’s...

Sweet Green Fields (SGF), one of the largest fully integrated global stevia ingredient companies, and Tate & Lyle PLC (Tate & Lyle), a leading global provider of food and beverage solutions and ingredients, build on the two companies’ industry-leading track...

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 08, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:BURG) (“Chanticleer” or the “Company”), owner, operator, and franchisor of multiple nationally recognized restaurant brands, today announced that it has partnered with Beyond Meat®...

Sweet potato is moving into new categories beyond baby food and snacks, where formulators are leveraging its natural red color and nutritional benefits, according to new data from Innova Market Insights. The number of gloval food and beverage product launches using...

In 2018, Mars Inc.’s M&Ms solicited votes from consumers on which flavor they should add to the M&M’S line-up—they ultimately chose crunchy mint. And the feedback was overwhelmingly positive, which brought back the vote for new flavors this year. Consumers...

A food innovation celebrity search, viral chickpea snacks, Nestle China NPD and more feature in this edition of China Focus. Can reality TV deliver 3D food NPD? China's Bright Dairy seeks to make celebrities out of innovators. Shanghai-based Bright Dairy Food Group is...

After collecting coffee grounds from various cafes and coffee shops, Revive Eco transports them to a recycling plant and reduces them into natural oils, which can be used in a variety of food and beverage products. The company is still in the early stages of...

The FDA announced last week it will use its discretion to exclude allulose from the amount of "total sugars" or "added sugars" on Nutrition Facts panels. Allulose will still count toward the caloric value of food on the label, but at a revised lower calorie count, the...

What has a billion monthly users, has posted 50 billion photographs and fits in your pocket? The answer lies within your smart phone in an app called Instagram, part of the social media phenomenon feeding the push for natural colors. (By the way, did you know you can...

Arla Foods ingredients (Basking Ridge, NJ) has released a 100% whey protein hydrolysate solution called Lacprodan HYDRO.Clear, which is specially formulated for fortifying sparkling water with protein. The ingredient is fat, sugar, and lactose free, with an optimized...

The 28-29 May sees the seventh edition of Free From Functional & Health Ingredients (FFF&HI) Expo return to Barcelona. What was once a niche sector, today ‘free-from’ encompasses an ever-growing range of dietary requirements such as vegan, organic and natural, and...

Sheila Amiri says she never cared for jerky. But the Huntington Beach, Calif., account executive recently found herself ordering $75 worth of it online after sampling her sister’s stash while on vacation. “I immediately fell in love,” says Ms. Amiri, 44, adding that...

Cargill said it is the first company to source Rainforest Alliance Certified coconut oil through a mass balance model for use in its coatings and fillings. A mass balance model means the company purchases a certain volume from certified farms equal to that used in...

From functional claims, to plant-based sources, and dairy for different occasion, China’s dairy brands are on constant innovation drive to stand out from their competitors. At the recent Food Ingredients China show, Yuan Zhao, market analyst from Innova Market...

Chinese water company Nongfu Spring recently introduced a new line of vegan yogurt products which will hit Shanghai grocery and convenience stores this month. The line—which will be the first plant-based yogurt products to go mainstream in China—will be available in...

Now, cool or not, we collectively can’t get enough of beans. The Wall Street Journal reports that they’re one of the fastest growing and most popular ingredients in new food products. “Everything about a bean is fashionable,” declared Lu Ann Williams, the director of...

With a millennial era on the rise, food industry experts revealed that "snackification," a growing food trend, will be among the key drivers for growth in the food manufacturing and distribution sector this year. Industry analysts pointed out that 2019 will be a year...

On March 20th, Food Beverage Daily reported that industry giant Nongfu Spring announced a new series of yogurt products, which will hit Shanghai grocery and convenient store shelves in April. Not only is this Nongfu’s debut yogurt product, but it is also plant-based,...

CHICAGO — Alternative, sustainability and customization — these are words that characterize the trends marking the current global food industry. Virginia Lee, insights and innovation manager for Innova Market Insights, educated attendees at ProFood Tech in Chicago on...

The product, which has taken three years of research and development, will become available to consumers next month according to reports. The first 'mainstream' vegan yogurt is set to hit shelves in China in April. Food giant Nongfu Spring created the range which...

Plant-based, protein and fiber trends remain in the top ten for 2019, but consumer demand has expanded into personal connections and ‘adventurous’ discovery. Virginia Lee, insights and innovation manager at Innova Market Insights, shared details and plenty of novel...

CHICAGO — Alternative, sustainability and customization — these are words that characterize the trends marking the global food industry these days. Virginia Lee, insights and innovation manager, Innova Market Insights, educated attendees at ProFood Tech this week in...

Consumers are increasingly concerned about the environmental impact of plastic packaging, and this is set to continue with Innova Market Insights identifying ‘Recyclable by Design’ as its top packaging trend for 2019. It stated that media attention around the...

The tipping point comes as a result of factors including single-use plastic bans, China’s ban on importing foreign waste, and increasing media spotlight on the environmental impact of plastic pollution, according to a new report from Innova Market Insights. The Top...

Millennials. Generation Z. Millennials — again. There’s a consistent focus on these generations as food companies study their preferences and buying patterns. After all, they are the future, and present, spenders. But while it’s important to look at these people...

TOKYO, March 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- It is just over a year ago that ruby chocolate caught the world by storm - and consumers flocked to the KITKAT® Chocolatory in Tokyo to get their hands on KITKAT® Chocolatory® Sublime® Ruby. Ruby chocolate was discovered and...

Consumers today have a penchant for discovery—a zeal to sample foods that are new and different in flavor, texture, appearance and provenance, emphasized Innova Market Insights in its 2019 food trends report. Driven particularly by culinarily intrepid,...

Anlit, the Israeli dietary supplement producer, says its long-life probiotic chews with prebiotic fibres are tapping into the growing trend for 'adventurous and exciting' formats. Targetinga all ages of consumer, ProBites LLP, are sugar-free, kosher, halal, non-GMO,...

CHICAGO — Protein’s momentum as a power nutrient in beverages continues in 2019, with new sources and formats making the satiety-inducing, refueling, muscle-building macronutrient more appealing and accessible in the mainstream marketplace. With many consumers heeding...

The Association Partner Program returns to ProFood Tech (March 26-28 McCormick Place, Chicago) with many familiar faces and some new key organizations endorsing the event. The program connects leading food and beverage associations dedicated to advancing the industry...

Arla Foods Ingredients has revealed a new protein-dense medical drink ideal for patients who need a dose of protein in a low-volume beverage. Developed for medical nutrition manufacturers, 100ml shot provides 10g of the firm's whey protein Lacprodan DI-7325 which is...

Curry Up Now's expansion push comes just a few years after its acquisition of rival Indian fast casual player Tava Kitchen, as well as an undisclosed investment from Kitchen Fund. The restaurant's healthy expansion clip, which has ramped up since Curry Up Now's debut...

Barry Callebaut (BC), the Swiss chocolate manufacturer, and inventor of Ruby, the so-called 'fourth chocolate', says at least 11 brands will introduce Ruby chocolate at ISM 2019. The new flavor has also been recognized around the world as the food trend for 2019 by...

“Globally, products making a plant-based claim increased 62% from 2013-17, and plant-protein claims also showed significant growth, according to a report from Innova Market Insights,” said Jeff Smith, director of marketing for Blue Diamond Almonds’ global ingredients...

NATIONAL REPORT — Plant protein isn’t just for vegetarians and vegans anymore. From plant-based meat and dairy alternatives, to energy bars and beverages boasting plant protein, the “plant power” trend is growing among consumers at-large, which means the trend is...

ARNHEM, THE NETHERLANDS — Data from Innova Market Insights show a 15% average annual growth in global confectionery product launches with a “discovery” claim from 2013-17. Consumers are discovering new products in the forms of unusual colors, popping candy, hot and...

A broader definition could change whiskey production, spurring more consumers to try new varieties and boost demand. Most whiskeys are currently made from barley, corn, rye and wheat. But some companies aren't waiting for the new definition. Corsair Distillery in...

Driven by consumer demand for more unique, interactive experiences, confectionery and snack product launches have grown globally by 17 percent over the last five years, Innova Market Insights reports. The research firm also notes one in four global consumers increased...

Color is a key factor in attracting consumers to certain foods and beverages, so it's not surprising that optimism, positivity and bright colors are expected to appeal to Gen Z and other demographic groups this year. The "sunshine spectrum" from bright yellow to deep...

Color is a key factor in attracting consumers to certain foods and beverages, so it's not surprising that optimism, positivity and bright colors are expected to appeal to Gen Z and other demographic groups this year. The "sunshine spectrum" from bright yellow to deep...

Will Pouch, the owner of Esperanto restaurant in Saratoga Springs, becomes sentimental when talking about the Doughboy, the baked savory pastry that wraps chicken, cream cheese, cheddar and colby cheeses and spices with pizza dough. Within a month of opening Esperanto...

NATIONAL REPORT — No outlook on the coming year can be complete without a rundown of the consumer trends that are expected to have the greatest impact on food and beverage retailing in 2019. Consumers these days are a demanding and discerning bunch, making it...

At Linger restaurant in Denver, a chef tosses black ants with white rice and tops a wok-fried heap of vegetables with diced crickets and grasshoppers. The result — a dish called Sweet and Sour Crickets — stands out on the restaurant's menu of crepes, wraps, duck bao...

Trading in a cup of joe for a snack bar might seem a bit unusual, but if the bar provides the same boost in energy — and doesn’t stain a shirt — many consumers are all for the idea. With the demand for tasty caffeinated bars on the rise, snack producers are drumming...

The New Year is just around the corner, and new exciting food trends are starting to rise for 2019. From new diets to new flavors to new stresses on food quality, here are some of the top 2019 food trends. Ethnic Flavors – According to Innova Market Insights, the...

Move over millennial pink, because shades of sunshine are expected to be the color of choice for food and beverage manufacturers in 2019 driven by consumers seeking to enhance their mood through food, according to global colorings company GNT Group. Warm colors within...

Innova Market Insights analyse en permanence les développements mondiaux en matière d’activité de lancement de produits alimentaires et de boissons et d’études de consommation afin de mettre en évidence les tendances les plus susceptibles d’influencer le secteur au...

The ketogenic diet has come to considerable prominence in recent years, thanks in part to growing adoption among celebrities, media personalities, and professional athletes. Keto is currently the diet of choice of Katie Couric, Halle Berry, LeBron James, and Tim...

Targeting increasingly adventurous consumers, set on new discoveries and experiences, will be key to developments in the food and beverage industry in 2019. The connected world has led consumers of all ages to become more knowledgeable of other cultures, contributing...

Eight in 10 U.S. consumers have changed their own or their family’s diets to try to be healthier, with over 39% of them increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables, according to the 2018 Consumer Lifestyles Survey, conducted by Innova Market Insights, The...

Innova Market Insights announced its list of the Top Five Trends of 2019. Leading the pack is the need to target adventurous consumers. According to the firm, consumers are more exposed to different cultures and cuisines, making them more open and adventurous when it...

As consumers become more interested in healthier food, flavors are also trending that way. Three of the four flavor collections Comax has developed involve wellness — beverages with fewer calories, less sugar, more naturally sourced ingredients and functional...

Seaweed is set to become a major trend in Western markets. According to Innova Market Insights, sea vegetables such as seaweed, nori, kelp, and wakame saw 21% growth in new product launches from 2012 to 2016, and the commercial seaweed market is projected to reach...

PECKISH, a brand created by California-based Sonoma Brands, has entered an exclusive distribution agreement with specialty natural foods retailer, Erewhon, hitting shelves at its four store locations in the Los Angeles area. PECKISH Peck Packs include two-individually...

From top predictions for 2019, Nutella ‘jar wars’ and Fairtrade’s new price rises, here we reveal the top five stories trending across our social media channels this week. 1. Top 10 trends for 2019: how to cater for the 'adventurous consumer'. Innova Market Insights'...

Big health food and drink companies must go small with their marketing tactics as sceptical consumers are shunning established firms and demanding ultra-ethical brands, according to new research revealed at Health Ingredients Europe. Researchers from Innova Market...

Big health food and drink companies must go small with their marketing tactics as sceptical consumers are shunning established firms and demanding ultra-ethical brands, according to new research revealed at Health Ingredients Europe. Researchers from Innova Market...

There have been problems formulating gluten-free flour without running into taste, texture and mouthfeel issues, so if this new product delivers as advertised, Veripan could find its new Panafree product in great demand. The company said the product — which is a...

Leading global manufacturer of specialty and nutritional dairy ingredients, flavors and cheeses, launches WPI product for energy bars at Health Ingredients Europe. Specialty food ingredient supply, Carbery, launches a new ingredient range at Health Ingredients Europe...

Baking and snack products positioned as healthy and responsibly made will gain momentum as 2018 ends and 2019 begins. Although consumers still crave indulgence in various categories, they are increasingly aware of what they eat and how it is made, and they’re fixing...

There is no doubt that healthy snacking is trending, with emphasis on clean label, protein and veganism launches. According to Innova Market Insights, as snacks become healthier, more wholesome and satisfying, they are increasingly fulfilling the role of mini meals.

An international study has found that almonds have retained the top spot as the number one ingredient in consumers’ ideal chocolate products, selected by 42% of global respondents. The survey by the Sterling Rice Group, which was supported by Innova Market Insights,...

Packaging generates brand identity and sets trends, and it is particularly significant in point-of-sale items like confectionery and snacks. Whether the relevant point is aesthetics, functionality, protection or sustainability, packaging that convinces through its...

Targeting increasingly adventurous consumers, set on new discoveries and experiences, will be key to developments in the food and beverage industry in 2019, according to Innova Market Insights.” The connected world has led consumers of all ages to become more...

Bolder flavours, plant-based foods and alternatives are just some of the big trends that will dominate food and drink next year, according to market research firm Innova Market Insights.

Product ‘sportification’ is moving beyond traditional gels, bars and drinks towards mainstream foods such as ready meals and snacks that come with sports related claims. According to Beneo's marketing director Thomas Schmidt, the concepts of sport nutrition are being...

Twenty-six subject experts from Whole Foods have been convening for four years to predict what’s coming next to their own shelves and to the food world as a whole. These experts range from a master sommelier and global beverage buyer to a senior R&D culinologist...

ARNHEM, Netherlands, Nov. 13, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Targeting increasingly adventurous consumers, set on new discoveries and experiences, will be key to developments in the food and beverage industry in 2019. The connected world has led consumers of all ages to become...

Increasingly adventurous consumers, hungry for new discoveries and experiences with their food, are influencing the future of the food and beverage industry. Indeed, ‘The Adventurous Consumer’ has topped Innova Market Insights’ Top Ten trends for 2019. This consumer...

Targeting increasingly adventurous consumers, set on new discoveries and experiences, will be key to developments within the food sector, including confectionery, during 2019, according to research group Innova Market Insights. The connected world has led consumers of...

Ingredients manufacturer Essentia Protein Solutions has added a new organic beef version to its bone broth powder range. Bone broths are recognised for a wide range of health boosting benefits, and Essentia’s new organic version, OmniBroth BBB Organic, aims to tap...

Arjuna Natural Ltd. has developed new technology that ensures the safe delivery of its proprietary Shoden® ashwagandha extract at a new level of purity and bioactivity. Arjuna Natural Ltd will showcase Shoden, its potent, all-natural, extract of ashwagandha (Withania...

Children are still a niche audience within the food and drink market. Innova Market Insights data indicate that just 2.5% of U.S. food and drink launches in the 12 months ending April 2018 targeted children. Many products widely consumed by children are instead...

Figures for confectionery and gum buying rates for the top 10 highest consuming countries in the world are set to increase at growth rates of between 0.5 percent to 3.0 percent until the year 2022, according to Innova Market Insights. The research group said global...

Altered grains are “sprouting” up in unexpected places and in increasing numbers in the U.S. -- in baked goods, cereals and snacks, even in spreads, dips and gravies. According to Innova Market Insights (www.innovamarketinsights.com/dev) for the period 2013 to 2017,...

Consumer interest in ethnic flavors continues to grow, especially in the ready-to-eat meal and snack categories, according to research from Innova Market Insights. Ethnic flavors are being presented in different ways, such as in food trucks, that has helped to...

At next month’s SupplySide West show in Las Vegas, Israel-headquartered Frutarom will debut a black currant-derived ingredient called Activeberry. As the name implies, Activeberry targets formulators of sports nutitions products. The black currant's rich anthocyanin...

Ethnic flavors, plant-based formulations, and use of traditional processing methods (e.g. small batch, stone ground) in new food and beverage launches are all fast-growing product attributes winning over consumers, according to Innova Market Insights.

Roughly 75 percent of consumers across 19 countries are not influenced by sugar content when purchasing sugar confectionery, according to a survey by Innova Market Insights. The market research firm reported a quarter of respondents claimed to be influenced by the...

Innova Market Insights reports that a quarter of U.S. consumers say they experience digestive health issues on an almost daily basis. As a result, gut health is top of mind for many consumers and, with probiotics widely known to offer benefits for digestion, huge...

A new UK-based start-up food company called The Meatless Farm, is in the process of debuting their new products. The company with items labeled, “lovingly made from plants,” can be exclusively found in Sainsbury’s stores starting mid-October. The Meatless Farm will...