Confectionery

Chocolate Confectionery

2024-04-09T14:30:02+01:00Categories: Confectionery, Food Trends|Tags: , |

The confectionery industry is undergoing a significant transformation as consumer preferences evolve. From the rise of vegan and plant-based options to a focus on sustainability and ethical practices, brands are adapting to meet the demands of a more conscious consumer base. In our report on Chocolate Confectionery, you will discover: Multi-Sensorial Experiences Vegan and

Unveiling the Spring Flavour Trends

2024-03-20T10:38:44+00:00Categories: Bakery, Beverage, Confectionery, Food Trends|Tags: |

As we enter the rejuvenating season of spring, it's time to explore the latest spring flavour trends that are set to captivate the taste buds of consumers in 2024/2025. Delve into the exciting world of spring flavours and uncover the top trends for the year ahead. From floral infusions to delectable Easter treats, we will

Flavour Trends 2024/2025

2023-12-13T14:26:03+00:00Categories: Bakery, Beverage, Confectionery, Food Trends|Tags: |

Flavour Trends 2024/2025: Exploring the Future of Food and Beverage As we reflect on the diverse and ever-evolving landscape of the food and beverage sector over the past year, it's exciting to predict the next flavour trends that will shape this sector in 2024 and 2025. Our predictions for the future point to an exploration

The colours of autumn flavours

2022-09-23T12:16:35+01:00Categories: Bakery, Beverage, Confectionery, Flavourings, Food Trends|Tags: , , , |

It's time to say welcome to autumn! Where the season of colour, nostalgia, comfort food and autumn flavours begin. Familiar and comforting tastes remain extremely popular, and brands are developing products to meet consumer demand for nostalgia, indulgence, excitement and innovation. The autumn palette is warm, rich, earthy and golden. It extends from the red

Innovation in flavour to offer a tasting experience

2022-08-30T08:48:30+01:00Categories: Bakery, Beverage, Confectionery, Food Trends|Tags: , |

Indulgence in food and beverages became of great importance to consumers during the pandemic and even after this period we have seen an increase in the search for products with indulgent flavour. This is related to the 'power' of food to create a sense of escapism, relieve stress and anxiety and lift people's mood. People

All you need is chocolate

2022-07-06T13:45:47+01:00Categories: Confectionery, Food Trends|Tags: , , |

Since the pandemic, foods that provide a sense of comfort have become more important to consumers. As we all know, a delicious piece of chocolate can support emotional well-being and make our day that much better. However, it is not only comfort that consumers seek, they also want healthier options with lifestyle benefits, as well

Opportunities around multi-sensory experiences for Food & Beverage

2022-03-30T10:54:12+01:00Categories: Beverage, Confectionery, Food Trends|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

It is no surprise that consumers are tired of the uncertainty and distress that the pandemic brought. After suffering lockdowns and the confines of their homes, people want to explore new tastes and sensory experiences and are looking for products that can deliver this sense of adventure.  Brands are seeing this as an opportunity

Innovations on Easter eggs and hot cross buns

2022-03-08T09:32:59+00:00Categories: Beverage, Confectionery, Food Trends|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Easter 2022 will be very different from last year, as the situation regarding the pandemic is normalising. While the classics eggs and hot cross buns still dominate, there's no shortage of innovation to catch consumers by surprise. Premium Retailers are seeing great opportunities to be more adventurous with products for Easter, trying new flavours

Food and Beverage Trends 2022

2022-04-08T12:07:55+01:00Categories: Beverage, Confectionery, Food Trends, Industry News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Consumers still face post-pandemic feelings of health and financial insecurity. Shoppers desire to be in control of food and drink decisions and they will consider how their purchases contribute to protecting their health and/or the health of the planet, according to Mintel - What the 2022 Consumer Trends mean for food and drink. After initial

It’s hotting up in the Hitchen Kitchen!

2021-05-05T22:29:06+01:00Categories: Confectionery, Flavourings, Food Trends, Industry News|

Hot Stuff! In preparation for the day when most people spice things up, the #HitchenKitchen have presented us with their most favourable and flavoursome ‘hot stuff’, namely all things chilli! With chilli trending and growing significantly appearing on 83.31% of menus and 2.22% of social discussion1 it is evident that the #HitchenKitchen is not