As instore delis see more consumer demand for barbecue, many suppliers outside of the category are getting on board and incorporating barbecue flavors in new fusion products.
Unilever Food Solutions (UFS) expects unusual flavor combinations, feel-good foods and upcycled ingredients will be some of the major trends influencing menus this year.
Roots and origins, a 2023 taste trend identified by the Kerry Group, may interest nostalgic consumers as well as adventurous consumers, said Soumya Nair, global lead of insights business for Kerry.