This year the Summer Fancy Food Show attracted more than 47,000 specialty food professionals to the Javits Center in New York. The show is a place to discover the latest trends in specialty food, especially what’s next for stores and restaurants. The Washington Post traveled to the show and found 8 trends that stuck out more than others:
- Tumeric – in teas, popcorn, peanuts and more
- Beet Hummus – say goodbye to beige
- Dessert Hummus – can be served with pita chips or wafer cookies
- Whole Grain Smoothies – beverages that are functional
- Spherical Liquids – encapsulated, circular foods/flavors that can be a meal or be served over one
- Sauce – for yogurt, or simply use it as a dip
- Beans – in pasta, brownies and more
- Espresso – served in a small ice cream cone with chocolate around the rim. Gourmet just got even fancier.
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Editor’s note: While these products specifically may never make it to vending, OCS or micro markets, we are bound to see some of these trends reflected in retail. Will that have an impact on the flavors and products available in the industry down the line? Perhaps…
Key Energy Drink
Rebbl
Mars Wrigley
Kind Snacks
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