Monica Watrous

The art and science of tracking food trends discussed at Winter Fancy Food Show

01.24.2020

Food trends are influenced by economics, demographic shifts, technological advances, lifestyle shifts, wellness, policy, and trade.

Frito-Lay looks at snack trends for 2020

12.23.2019

By Monica Watrous

Unexpected flavors, global inspiration, and health benefits will influence snack innovation in the coming year.

Using chocolate to elevate bakery products

09.20.2019

By Monica Watrous

Today’s consumers seek more premium experiences from chocolate and bakery products, says Marit Allen of Barry Callebaut.

New trade association for flatbreads announces formation at IBIE

09.11.2019

By Monica Watrous

The International Flatbreads Federation (IFF) is launching as a platform for flatbread manufacturers.

Online retailer combines paleo and bagels in unique product

01.02.2019

By Monica Watrous

The Pagel is a grain-free, New York-style bagel from Bedrock Bakers.

Eggs make a comeback on menus

12.07.2018

By Monica Watrous

Simultaneously healthy and indulgent, eggs benefit from multiple consumer trends.

What is the unicorn trend exactly?

08.31.2018

By Monica Watrous

One of today’s hottest flavor trends is not a flavor at all.

Conference to look at the future of food

03.05.2018

By Monica Watrous

Future Food-Tech will take place in San Francisco on March 22-23.

The Future of Flavors

01.18.2018

By John Unrein and Monica Watrous

Adventurous foods and probiotics rank among top trends for 2018, according to forecasts.

Panera Bread to disclose calories and added sugars on fountain beverage cups

08.23.2017

By Monica Watrous

Panera Bread is introducing a new fountain beverage cup that lists the calories and added sugars in the company’s six new craft beverages, as well as regular cola.

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The art and science of tracking food trends discussed at Winter Fancy Food Show

Frito-Lay looks at snack trends for 2020

Using chocolate to elevate bakery products

New trade association for flatbreads announces formation at IBIE

Online retailer combines paleo and bagels in unique product

Eggs make a comeback on menus

What is the unicorn trend exactly?

Conference to look at the future of food

The Future of Flavors

Panera Bread to disclose calories and added sugars on fountain beverage cups

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