The parallel trend of delicious and better-for-you offerings allows consumers to feel like they can enjoy a guilt-free treat without sacrificing indulgent flavor.
The emphasis on health and wellness also may be seen in the meal kits market where consumers now are ranking health as a more important purchasing factor than convenience.
The Mediterranean Diet continued its reign atop the 2023 best diet rankings released Jan. 3 by US News & World Report while the TLC Diet improved the most from its 2022 position.
Wellness beverages, probiotics and upcycled plant-based products all will impact the food and beverage industry in 2023, according to the International Food Information Council.
Greenhouse produce supplier Pure Flavor received the Gold Plate Award in the Industry Supplier category for its ‘Eat Well Together to Be Well Together’ marketing campaign, which supported FMI’s National Family Meals Month.
For budget-conscious consumers, supermarket deli entrées become the ideal choice for restaurant-quality meals without the added costs of tipping and the extra fees involved when using a mobile delivery service.