Items Tagged with 'Gen Z'

Dave’s Killer Bread is rolling out Mini Bagels in two flavors alongside a limited-edition Summer Berry variety. The launch reflects shifting portion preferences and flavor trends among Gen Z and millennial consumers.

Consumers are turning to beverages that support mood, focus, and cognitive health. Functional ingredients and indulgent flavors are converging to deliver both mental wellness and sensory satisfaction.

Consumers are prioritizing health benefits, ingredients and lower sugar, with many willing to pay more for functional beverages. Digital tools and younger generations are accelerating changes in how drinks are discovered, purchased and consumed.

High-protein meals, $14.3B in takeout-style offerings and value-size formats are redefining how consumers use the freezer. From multigenerational dinners to Gen Z breakfast bowls at any hour, frozen is evolving beyond convenience into a daily solution.

A new Acosta Group study shows 58% of shoppers read labels before buying new products, with even higher rates among health-focused consumers. Growing concerns about artificial ingredients and regulation are reshaping how brands communicate transparency and trust.

Datassential’s latest sauces, condiments and dressings report shows growing consumer demand for signature flavors that create emotional connection and repeat visits. With fewer than half of operators offering a signature sauce, the category presents a major opportunity for menu differentiation and retail crossover.

Consumers are redefining wellness to include physical, mental and functional benefits, with expectations varying sharply by generation. For product developers, the data underscores the need for targeted solutions that balance health, convenience and occasion-based indulgence.

Nestlé USA’s 2026 Food & Beverage Trends forecast the next wave of flavor mashups, tactile indulgence and global coffee exploration. As consumers chase novelty and multisensory experiences, brands are reimagining everything from frozen entrees to RTD beverages.

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.

Innova Market Insights has identified the five forces redefining food and beverage choices in 2026. From relaxed sociability to simplified living, these trends reveal where consumers are heading—and where brands should follow.