Articles Tagged with ''culinary''

A-Sha Foods has partnered with Chef Andrew Zimmern on a new line of chef-driven pantry staples and comfort foods debuting exclusively at Target in May 2026. The collection combines A-Sha’s air-dried noodle platform with globally inspired flavors across cheesy noodles, soup bowls and peanut butter chili crisp.

Cuisine Solutions introduced Sear & Serve, a premium line of ready-to-heat sous vide proteins finished with a quick stovetop or grill sear for steakhouse-level results. Available online and in select Costco regions, the range features seven signature cuts crafted with precise time-and-temperature techniques for exceptional flavor and tenderness.

Datassential’s 2026 Trends report outlines key themes expected to shape menus and retail foodservice, from fiber emerging as the next major wellness driver to retail becoming a primary trend incubator.

After a roller-coaster decade, restaurants are tapping into grit, ingenuity and new revenue ideas to keep guests engaged in 2026. This feature highlights nine trends—from whipped cheeses to modular design—reshaping how Americans dine.

Joe Jurgielewicz & Son earned Prepared Foods’ Spirit of Innovation award for its fully cooked Duck Carnitas, designed to bring authentic flavor and kitchen efficiency to foodservice. The shredded, seasoned duck offers chefs a versatile, premium protein for creative menu applications.

Smithfield’s Smoke’NFast brand is adding three trend-forward offerings — Shredded Beef Birria, Chopped Beef Brisket and Pork Shoulder Burnt Ends — to help operators menu global flavors and smokehouse classics with ease. The fully cooked meats allow foodservice teams to deliver authentic taste without added equipment or labor.

Experts from Ocean Spray Ingredients will also be presenting as part of the official IBIE 2025 education program. Charley Morrill, Senior Research Chef at Ocean Spray, and Curtis Gong, Senior Product Development Scientist at Ocean Spray, will present a session, “Make Your Baked Goods Cran-tastic!”

The product enters the market at a sub-$10 price point, positioned to deliver restaurant-style quality within an accessible range — a strategy that reflects consumer interest in premium, chef-affiliated frozen options. 

Carnal's hero product, the Black Truffle & Black Garlic Beef Stick, raised the bar for portable indulgence with its rich, smoky flavor, clean snap, and zero sugar formulation. 

Bold global flavors, probiotic twists, and chef-driven sauces lead the latest wave of innovation. Condiments and dressings are getting a serious upgrade in 2025.