2022 has been a memorable year for exciting foods. But it is on the verge of exit. We are now ushering in the new year 2023. All are really excited. Food demands might change this year. What is the prediction? What are the likely food trends 2023?
Food trends 2023
Each new year brings with it resolutions and trends. It marks new beginnings in all aspects of life including the foods. We vow to eat healthy and sustainably. We want the planet to be saved. So what are the food trends 2023?
Healthy nostalgic foods
We all are nostalgic of our good old days. We want to eat foods that remind us of those days. It is good but certain foods like fries and chips might not be so healthy. But 2023 might be able to get you healthy nostalgic foods. Off Limits vegan cereal has several flavors of old foods. They also have new foods with old flavors such as the flavor of the 90s ranch. PopCorners Cinnamon Crunch is another such healthier version of the oldtime toast.
Nostalgic foods and flavors (Source: Pinterest)Plant based meat alternatives
Since last year, the demand for faux meat has risen tremendously. People are realizing the health and environmental benefits of these meat substitutes and opting for them. Starbucks started sales of plant based chicken and eggs. KFC has plant based fried chicken. These chicken wraps are available also at Bluestone lane cafes.
Booze free options
Celebs were initially launching premium liquor brands. And now the trend is sober. Hence more and more people are choosing booze free cocktails. Blake Lively launched Betty Buzz which is non alcoholic mixer brand.
Betty Buzz (Source: Instagram)And Katy Perry has co founded her brand of alcohol-free aperitifs with adaptogens and botanicals called De Soi. A new Gallup poll revealed that fewer people these days hard drink. And the average drinks per week fell from 4.8 in 2009 to 3.6 in 2021. It is more of youths who are sober and even if they drink they prefer low alcohol options.
Carbon neutral snacks
There is paucity of food supply now with soaring food bills. Hence people are thinking a lot on healthy eating. A recent Ketchum Consumer Research revealed that 56% of Americans favor good sustainability. US President Joe Biden wants to make USA carbon free by 2050. Initiatives are on and manufacturers would follow suit. Climate Neutral has started a certification process for it. 51 American food brands have got it. Shar Snacks founder, Peter Rushford said:
“Carbon neutrality is vitally important…because our planet is in crisis. If we don’t reduce the output of carbon emissions, we won’t have a habitable planet,”
Food brands from Latin companies
Latin companies have entered the US market to offer fresh traditional and modern Latin foods. This will include new drinks like mavi that has medicinal properties.
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Shichimi togarashi-the new spice
Shichimi togarashi spice (Source: Epicurious)This is a new spice from Japan that has the blend of orange peel, sesame, chilies and roasted nori. It is a mind blowing addition to sweet and savory food dishes and enhances their flavor.
Be sure to try these latest food trends and be up to date with them.