9 Predictions for How We’ll Eat in 2024 (2024)

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According to its team of food, nutrition and health experts and its consumer research insights, 2024 will see more functional beverages, a boom in botanicals, rising demand for foods that support emotional well-being, a focus on food labels and a growing acceptance of artificial intelligence (AI).

Mindfulness, purposeful grazing and adventurous eating are among the top snacking trends for 2024/25, according to US FMCG giant Mondelez International's fifth annual State of Snacking report. We highlight the most interesting findings.

2024 is seeing a surge in health-focused consumers, prompting beverage brands across the board, from sugary sodas to premium wines, to rethink their offerings and introduce innovative, wellness-oriented products.

Lumpia is said to attract luck and money and is a symbol for wealth prosperity because of their resemblance to gold bars. Lumpia is a delicious way to serve up good fortune for New Year 2024. Have some fun and try these different variations of lumpia recipes for your Filipino new year food menu.

One of the hottest future trends predicted for 2024 is the use of metallic shades in clothing and accessories. This radiant look can be spotted in garments, footwear, jewelry, and even makeup. Metallic hues like silver, gold, bronze, and copper lend an air of elegance and luxury to any ensemble.

Inception: Fermented flavors like doubanjiang or fermented chilies are beginning to trend in 2024. Adoption: Dried peppers and dried pepper flakes such as guajillo, Aleppo, and anchos are currently trending. Proliferation: Explore sweet and savory options, especially with tropical fruits.

This summer is ripe for tropical fruit, pun intended. Get ready for dragon fruit, guava, ube, tamarind and guanabana flavored food and drinks this summer, as brands turn to innovation to drive consumer interest. And don't forget the heat. More spice is on the way, too, according to Daymon's March 2024 Flavor Study.

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What foods are trending 2024? 2024 is a year of alternatives, including almond milk, vegetarian fried chicken, potato milk, fusion flavors and plant-based meat to name a few. There's also a focus on global dishes, even more bold flavors, and urban produce.

“Ultra-processed” will continue its rise as a toxic food phrase, according to a Mintel's 2024 global food and drink trends report. Natural fermentation, cold-pressed oils, burgers from nuts and legumes and good, old-fashioned ingredients like butter and cream will have cachet.

March 18, 2024 (Washington, D.C.) - The number of Americans who describe themselves as meat eaters (80%) and the number of households that purchase meat (98%) remain steady from 2023, while the number seeking to decrease meat consumption has fallen by 20% since 2020, according to the 19th annual Power of Meat report ...

Consumers are now seeking out unique and lesser-known produce like Romanesco broccoli, with its fractal patterns and nutty flavor, or the vibrant, sweet-tart dragon fruit. Purple carrots and watermelon radishes are also gaining popularity, offering unique flavors and a burst of color to dishes.

Washington, D.C. – Restaurants sales are forecast to exceed $1.1 trillion in sales this year, marking a new milestone for the industry that will employ over 15.7 million people in the United States by the end of 2024.

This summer is ripe for tropical fruit, pun intended. Get ready for dragon fruit, guava, ube, tamarind and guanabana flavored food and drinks this summer, as brands turn to innovation to drive consumer interest. And don't forget the heat.

A slowdown in inflation will bolster retail volume growth by 6.7% in US dollar terms and 2% in volume terms in 2024.