Hope for the Fredos
This month sees the latest edition of Prepared Foods’ New Products Annual, a chance to revisit some of the products released over the past year.
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William A. Roberts, Jr.
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William Roberts is responsible for the consumer trends section in Prepared Foods, as well as the website news updates and e-newsletter. He served as the Senior Copy Editor at Elevator World. He holds a B.A. in English and a B.S. in Political Science from the University of Mobile.
ARTICLES
Free and Clear
Consumers turn to allergen-free foods with increasing frequency, and for reasons beyond allergies, as some believe a gluten-free diet can help them manage weight and is a healthier option.
February 17, 2014
Adult Beverages Embrace Sweet Side
Alcoholic beverages lure consumers with a host of flavors, some previously unseen in this category, all part of efforts to attract those looking for an adventurous take on the traditional tipple.
January 22, 2014
Learning Latin
With consumers expecting new flavors that broaden their culinary horizons, many manufacturers need only look south, though admittedly fairly far south -- to the spicy and sweet cuisines of Latin America and the Caribbean.
November 20, 2013
2013 SPIRIT OF INNOVATION AWARDS | RETAIL & FOODSERVICE WINNERS
2013 Spirit of Innovation Awards
This year’s Spirit of Innovation Award winners include an allergen-free vegetarian muffin, dirty rice, a bacon-wrapped and cream cheese-stuffed shrimp, and a uniquely sourced organic water.
October 15, 2013
Fruit Flavors Find Favor
Fruit can contribute a health halo with healthful benefits, particularly superfruits; add more “local” appeal; and/or give new products a more premium positioning.
October 15, 2013
The Meal Deal
Consumer expectations for meals differ, even if the prepared meal purchase frequency is consistent across age demographics.
September 19, 2013
Natural Selection
The 2013 edition of Natural Products Expo West saw record numbers of attendees and visitors, but the real news was the varied assortment of new, cutting-edge foods and beverages.
September 19, 2013
Just Weight
In the process of meeting consumer expectations, manufacturers turn to a host of options to increase satiety and the healthy reputation of their offerings.
July 24, 2013