Check out the May 2023 issue of Prepared Foods, featuring our cover story on guidelines for formulators to safe alternative proteins, how spicy foods continue to trend, and much more.
Industry focus has been on technological and industrial applications of alternative proteins, but it is the understanding of safety aspects that will be the key to long-term success.
Consumers want to know that the products they purchase will deliver the benefits they value. It’s clear that they look to functional ingredients that improve their health. Innova’s number two trend, “Affordable Nutrition,” goes hand-in-hand with the top trend.
The number of chili peppers and pepper sauces continues to multiply and proliferate, with some becoming mainstream. The past decade has seen sriracha become nearly as ubiquitous as ketchup, and superhot peppers, specifically ghost peppers, Carolina Reapers, and scorpion peppers have become mainstream.
Cutting edge trends include products that feature hydration claims, cannabis ingredients and wellness elixirs
June 2, 2023
"The team at Yerbaé is thrilled to introduce these two delicious flavors to our customers,” said CEO Todd Gibson. “Lemonade is a classic summer favorite, while Yuzu Lime brings a unique, refreshing citrus twist to our line of beverages. We are always looking for ways to innovate and bring new, exciting flavors to our customers."
The most recent collection of beverage innovations includes sparkling water, hard tea and new flavors of soft drinks
June 1, 2023
"We disrupted the industry, creating an entirely new taste in the Hard Seltzer category with White Claw by bringing new thinking, technology breakthroughs, and our unmatched iconic flavors to market,” said Anthony von Mandl, O.C., O.B.C., founder & CEO. “The same innovative spirit and technological know-how inspired the creation of our premium vodka—we believe the vodka category is ready for its White Claw moment."