ROCKVILLE, Md.—Market research publisher Packaged Facts released its “Food Flavors & Ingredients Outlook 2009” report that analyzes how changing consumer preferences are affecting top ingredient trends; highlights what's hot and what's not; and discusses how flavor trends are moving through the retail and foodservice arenas.
According to the report, driving factors that will impact flavors and ingredients for foodservice and retail heading into 2009 include the recession, food inflation, health and wellness, and heightened consumer awareness and interest in environmentally friendly consumption decisions.
The report examined seven key categories that will drive flavor and ingredient trends in the coming years. These include global flavors; sustainability; local & organic; imports, food safety; health & wellness; savory selections; and, sweet salvation.
