Consumers are turning more to nostalgic foods since the pandemic, and relate fruity cereal with childhood memories
February 24, 2021
ONE Bar, a protein bar company known for their guilt-free, indulgent flavors, introduced limited edition ONE Fruity Cereal bars. The bars are now available at Trader Joe’s nationwide and c-stores, and rolling out further nationwide – including Amazon – in March.
Flavorman suggests flavors that tingle, comfort, and function will dominate the New Year
December 16, 2020
Experts at the Louisville-based beverage development company, Flavorman, identified drink flavor trends to watch for in 2021. Driven by the long-term effects of an on-going pandemic, this year’s forecast is shaping up to be focused on flavors that drive experience in a socially distant landscape.
FrieslandCampina Ingredients identifies “Conscious Indulgence” as main global trend in Food & Beverages 2021 Trend Report
November 20, 2020
FrieslandCampina Ingredients Food & Beverages identifies “Conscious Indulgence” as the key global market trend in its 2020-2021 Trend Report. Now that the dust is settling from the first wave of the global pandemic and the contours of a new world are starting to take shape, the company shares its vision on where the industry is heading in a new normal.
Demand for both health and indulgence signal opportunity to product developlers
October 28, 2020
Breakfast cereals are something of a staple food in North America, with 60% of households saying they are a regular part of their grocery basket. However, times have never been more challenging for these core products as competition for the breakfast dollar has intensified considerably over the past decade or so.
2020 HealthFocus International Healthy Indulgence & Snacking Report dives into role of health within the indulgence and snacking category
August 28, 2020
This new report dives into understanding the role of health within the indulgence and snacking category (globally, regionally, and across 22 countries) to help companies ensure their products are well positioned for today and for the future.
New layered protein bar balances indulgence and nutrition
August 12, 2020
RXBAR launched a layered protein bar, RXBAR Layers, inspired by its signature, simple protein bar with an added layer of rich nut butter for the balance between indulgent and nutritious.
Post Consumer Brands and Dunkin' collaborate to develop indulgent cereals
August 4, 2020
Post Consumer Brands and Dunkin' are brewing up two new cereals made with Dunkin' coffee, set to roll out nationwide. The two new Post cereals — Dunkin' Caramel Macchiato and Mocha Latte — were inspired by Dunkin' fans' two favorite flavors and mark the first collaboration between Post and Dunkin'.
The Cream Cheese Coffee Cakes are made with real cream cheese in the batter and topped with a buttery sugar-crumb streusel
June 23, 2020
Hostess Brands, LLC launched two new products: Strawberry Cheesecake flavored Donettes® and Cream Cheese Coffee Cakes. Additionally, the brand’s Chocolate Frosted Donettes and Powdered Donettes are now available in snack-friendly, on-the-go packaging.
Unique products honored with 2020 Food and Beverage (FABI) Awards
May 15, 2020
The National Restaurant Association Show announced the recipients of the 2020 Food and Beverage (FABI) Awards, recognizing food and beverage products that are breaking new ground in taste, creativity, packaging, and profit potential.
On average, flavor is the single most important factor in consumers' food and drink choices. So it is no wonder that innovators continue to play around with taste profiles in order to deliver novelty and satisfy increasingly discerning taste buds.