Floral flavors like rose and lavender are in full bloom, emerging in everything from pancakes and baked goods to lattes and lemonades. According to Rubix Foods’ NEXT Flavor Report, 67% of Gen Z diners want to see more floral notes on menus and shelves.
From sourdough to zero-sugar energy drinks, 2026’s expected food trends blend indulgence with wellness. Flatbreads, protein-packed snacks, and air-fried favorites signal a shift toward gut-friendly, cost-conscious innovation.
The Chi-Chi’s restaurant chain is back, revived by the founder’s son with scratch-made Tex-Mex and a nostalgia-fueled equity campaign. With sold-out reservations and $2.3M raised, expansion plans are already in motion.
A prolonged government shutdown could jam inspections, stall product launches, and choke supply chains, just as harvest season hits. For F&B leaders, strategic planning and regulatory clarity may be the next casualties.
Kellanova vice president Dr. Deepali Palta shares how a focus on the consumer, business, and technology impact global innovation at the company.
Kellanova vice president Dr. Deepali Palta shares how a focus on the consumer, business, and technology impact global innovation at the company.
Kellanova vice president Dr. Deepali Palta shares how a focus on the consumer, business, and technology impact global innovation at the company.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast provides an update on the government shutdown and discusses how the event could impact food and beverage businesses.
City National Bank’s Eric Viergutz interviews Wayne-Sanderson Farms CFO T.J. Wolfe on the U.S. chicken market.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on talks of a potential government shutdown, and its possible impact on the livestock market.
Menu Matters vice president Mike Kostyo joins Chris Campbell to discuss the push and pull between nostalgia and novelty in the food industry.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on Americans’ lessened confidence in the safety of the food supply.
JP Hartmann, Preeti Shah, and Nikki Jackson explain the Flavor Fusion Culinary Showdown at Anuga 2025, and U.S. involvement in the show.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on Amazon’s next global Prime Big Deal Days, Oct. 7-8, which offer major retail discounts.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on the growing concern from American consumers regarding food recalls.
