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The world of flavor, food packaging and the future of food is constantly shifting in exciting ways. Trend Hunter’s food category features the best of the best in the world of edibles, from consumer packaged goods to the most cutting-edge food blogger recipes.
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Thanksgiving-Launched Chicken Salads
Thanksgiving-Launched Chicken Salads
Panera Bread Brought Back Its Asian Sesame Chicken Salad
The return of the Asian Sesame Chicken Salad at Panera was positioned as a refreshing addition to the company’s Thanksgiving menu offerings. This salad combines a blend of tender romaine and... MORE
Seafood Holiday Dinner Offerings
Seafood Holiday Dinner Offerings
Red Lobster Announces It Will Remain Open During the Holidays
Red Lobster has announced plans to remain open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. This initiative will offer diners an opportunity to enjoy seafood favorites... MORE
Fresh Produce-Focused Campaigns
Fresh Produce-Focused Campaigns
I Love Fruit & Veg from Europe Emphasizes Fresh European Produce
I Love Fruit & Veg from Europe encourages incorporating fresh European produce into festive meals to create dishes that are both flavorful and nutritious. The initiative is supported by several... MORE
Cheesy Mashed Potato Burgers
Cheesy Mashed Potato Burgers
McDonald's South Korea Has a New Christmas Truffle Cheese Burger
McDonald’s South Korea is looking to tie up the holiday season with the debut of its new Christmas Truffle Cheese Burger. Available for just a limited time from McDonald’s locations in... MORE
Robotic Fashion House Chocolates
Robotic Fashion House Chocolates
The Louis Vuitton Vivienne sur Malle Was Made by Maxime Frédéric
The Louis Vuitton Vivienne sur Malle chocolate robot has been created by pastry chef Maxime Frédéric in celebration of the brand’s 57th Street location that’s open now. The edible... MORE
Regional Grocer Porridge Products
Regional Grocer Porridge Products
Dean & DeLuca Shiruko Comes in Two Flavor Options
The Dean & DeLuca shiruko is making its way to participating locations in Japan as a regional product that will provide customers with a comforting option to try out this winter. The product... MORE
International Cuisine Veggie Chips
International Cuisine Veggie Chips
Confetti Snacks Baked Veggie Chips Have Authentic Flavors
The Confetti Snacks baked veggie chips are a high-quality food product created by Betty Lu that makes use of irregular produce that would otherwise go to waste or head to the landfill. The snack... MORE
From-Scratch Soup Deliveries
From-Scratch Soup Deliveries
Jane Foodie and FreshDirect Partnered to Expand Access
Jane Foodie and FreshDirect have been linked as part of the latter from-scratch soup brand’s initiative to expand access to its high-quality food products. The partnership with FreshDirect... MORE
California-Made Olive Oils
California-Made Olive Oils
La Tourangelle California Extra Virgin Olive Oil is Rich and Robust
La Tourangelle California Extra Virgin Olive Oil has been created by the family-owned artisanal cooking oil brand as a premium, artisanal product perfect for elevating your choice of recipes. The... MORE
Brazilian Fruit Energy Drinks
Brazilian Fruit Energy Drinks
Monster Energy Juice Monster Rio Punch Celebrates Brazil
The Monster Energy Juice Monster Rio Punch energy drink is a new addition to the brand’s namesake Juice range that pays homage to Brazil and celebrates its bold cuisine flavors as well as its... MORE
Functional Spice
Brands incorporate brain and body-boosting ingredients into spice blends
Trend - CPG brands are designing new spice and seasoning products containing therapeutic and complementary ingredients. These products are specifically formulated for flavor enhancement and health and wellness benefits, aiding consumers looking to boost flavor and stay aligned with their health journeys.

Insight - Consumers in tune with the wellness industry often desire products that allow them to enjoy the familiar flavors and foods they love while staying aligned with their health goals. These individuals prioritize products that enable them to maintain a balanced lifestyle without feeling deprived or sacrificing indulgence. Brands that cater to this demand appeal to consumers who seek products that seamlessly align with their habits, fostering loyalty and encouraging repeat purchases.
Workshop Question - How can your brand adapt its product/service to accommodate different lifestyles and habits?
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Instant Maca Latte Mixes
Instant Maca Latte Mixes
Laird Superfood Maca Latte is Easy to Prepare and Enjoy
The Laird Superfood Maca Latte mix has been added to the brand’s Instant Latte range to provide consumers with a simple way to incorporate the adaptogen into their diet. The product is thus... MORE
Newbie Plant-Based Food Products
Newbie Plant-Based Food Products
These New The Tofoo Co Products are Arriving in the UK
These new The Tofoo Co products have been announced by the brand just ahead of Veganuary in the UK to provide consumers who are new to the category or plant-based food in general with the perfect... MORE
Festive Hotel Activations
Festive Hotel Activations
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Has Unveiled Its Annual Holiday Programming
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts’ annual holiday programming combines festive culinary delights and immersive experiences with a philanthropic focus. This year’s offerings are available across... MORE
Nutty Goat Cheese Salads
Nutty Goat Cheese Salads
Iron Hill Has a Pistachio Crusted Goat Cheese Salad for the Holidays
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is helping guests take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season with a tasty festive menu that includes tasty offerings like the Pistachio Crusted... MORE
Steak-Centric Winter Menus
Steak-Centric Winter Menus
Outback Steakhouse is Launching a Steak-cation Menu
Outback Steakhouse is looking past the holidays to the new year with the announcement of its new Steak-cation Menu. Available from January 2, 2025, through until February 18, 2025, Outback’s... MORE
Festive British Burger Menus
Festive British Burger Menus
McDonald's UK is Serving Up a Festive Food Range for the Holidays
McDonald’s UK is looking to bring in even more guests this holiday season with its new Festive Food Range. Created for the 2024 holiday season, the Festive Food Range includes seasonal burgers,... MORE
Salted Caramel Pie Cookies
Salted Caramel Pie Cookies
Crumbl is Serving Up a New Salted Caramel Pretzel Pie Cookie This Week
Crumbl is rounding out the year on a sweet and salty note with the launch of its new Salted Caramel Pretzel Pie Cookie, Chocolate Cake, and No-Bake Raspberry Cheesecake. Available as part of the... MORE
Buttery Peanut Brittle Candies
Buttery Peanut Brittle Candies
Trader Joe's Peanut Brittle is Made by an English Confectioner
Trader Joe’s is offering its take on a classic Christmas treat with the debut of its very own Trader Joe’s Peanut Brittle. If you’ve never had it before, peanut brittle is a sweet... MORE
Candy-Coated Italian Almonds
Candy-Coated Italian Almonds
Trader Joe’s Italian Confetti Almonds are Holiday-Ready
If you’re looking for a way to make a bowl of nuts a little more exciting, Trader Joe’s new Italian Confetti Almonds are a party-ready option. For its Italian Confetti Almonds, Trader Joe&#... MORE
100 Gift Ideas for Cooks
100 Gift Ideas for Cooks
From Versatile Ergonomic Knives to Accessible Chef Salt Sets
Gift ideas for cooks combine functionality, innovation, and culinary inspiration, making them perfect for food enthusiasts and home chefs. This curated selection offers a range of tools and treats... MORE
Top 100 Food Trends in 2025
Top 100 Food Trends in 2025
From Cartoon Cat Desserts to Mini Latke Crisps
The 2025 food trends demonstrate that some brands are not afraid to break the mold. Though most brands are going traditional this holiday season, some are breaking flavor barriers in interesting... MORE
Vegan South Asian Curries
Vegan South Asian Curries
Trader Joe's Organic Sri Lankan Curry & Rice is Plant-Based
Trader Joe’s is once again looking to expand its lineup of globally inspired meals with the debut of new Organic Sri Lankan Curry & Rice. The new curry is made for Trader Joe’s by a... MORE
Giant Serving Cereal Packaging
Giant Serving Cereal Packaging
Great Grains Raisins, Dates, and Pecans Cereal Comes in a New Box
The Great Grains Raisins, Dates, and Pecans Cereal from Post Consumer brands is making its way to retailers in a new serving size that will come as welcome news to those who like to shop in bulk.... MORE
Wintery Restaurant-Inspired Cookies
Wintery Restaurant-Inspired Cookies
The Frrrozen Hot Chocolate Cookie is Classic Dish-Inspired
The Frrrozen Hot Chocolate Cookie has been created in collaboration between Hollywood-based Last Crumb and New York City restaurant Serendipity3 as a premium treat that will offer a new take on a... MORE
Protein-Based Sweeteners
Protein-Based Sweeteners
'NovelSweets' Plant-Derived Sweetener is 10,000-Times Sweeter Than Sugar
The ‘NovelSweets’ protein-based sweetener has been developed by researchers at Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute for Molecular Biology and Applied Ecology IME as an ultra-sweet, plant-... MORE