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Sauces & Marinades Poured on the Flavor in 2018

A look at some of the most interesting product introductions in the sauces, marinades and dressing category
December 20, 2018
Here is a quick survey of some of the most notable sauces, marinades and dressing introductions from the past year.
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2018 Takeout & Off-Premise Consumer Trend Report

Report explores technology, consumer lifestyles and other factors impacting off-premise occasions
December 19, 2018
For operators, this may ease concerns with regards to the potential cannibalization of dine-in or carryout occasions.
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Notable Soup Products from 2018

The soup category simmers with convenient, fresh offerings
December 12, 2018
Over the course of 2018, Campbell appointed Roberto Leopardi as President, Campbell Meals & Beverages and introduced Well Yes!® Sipping Soups.
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2019 Predictions: Beverages

Holistic Health & Wellness Beverages

Imbibe expects next year's new drinks to appeal to mental, physical and environmental health
Holly McHugh
December 11, 2018
Health and wellness is a constantly evolving global megatrend. For the food and beverage industry, it has meant removing ingredients perceived as harmful to your body while incorporating better-for-you ingredients with functional properties like protein and probiotics.
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Three Global Food and Drink Trends for 2019

Sustainability, healthy aging and convenience are set to impact the industry in the year ahead
December 5, 2018
Intel experts discuss how issues of sustainability, health and wellness, and convenience will inspire formulation, packaging, marketing and more in the years to come.
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2019 Predictions: Proteins

The Push For Proteins Shows No Signs of Slowing

Protein Powers Up
David Feder
David Feder , RDN
November 26, 2018
As 2019 opens its doors, the race to provide protein as both a nutritional enhancement and a primary formulation component will become more heated.
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2019 Predictions: Flavor & Food Trends

The Global Flavor Factor Gets More Assertive

Flavor Up!
Stephen Kalil, CEC, CRC
Stephen Kalil CEC, CRC
November 26, 2018
International cuisines continue expanding and trending.
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When it Comes to Food Packaging Labels, Less is More

To better understand how consumer purchase decisions, Package Insight and QuadPackaging partnered to test sustainability messaging on paperboard products
November 19, 2018
Regardless of the restaurant type, we’re all really creatures of habit; most often sticking with the same favorites without even giving the whole menu a once-over.
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25 Products that Reshaped US Consumer Landscape

Powered by Nielsen BASES, the annual list of top breakthrough innovations reveals a new scale of success for today's marketplace
November 19, 2018
The 25 brands that made this year's list reflect a wide range of successful approaches that cut through the clutter of today's crowded product marketplace.
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Catering to “The Adventurous Consumer” in 2019

Innova Market Insights reveals Top Ten Trends for the new year
November 14, 2018
Innova Market Insights continuously analyzes global developments in food and beverage launch activity and consumer research to highlight the trends most likely to impact the industry over the coming year and beyond.
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