What Makes San Diego Perfect for Food Lovers? SFA’s Winter FancyFaire Investigates

SPONSORED CONTENT From fish tacos to authentic gelato to bold-flavored cocktails, San Diego has long been known for its vibrant culinary scene. Now, it’s a place the Specialty Food Association wants to explore to the ...

Where to Find Top Food Trends in 2026

SPONSORED CONTENT These days, consumers don’t just want delicious food – they also want unique eating experiences. So, what should food companies know when it comes to the latest trends in the F&B industry? That’s ...

Why Is Everyone Excited for the Winter FancyFaire?

SPONSORED CONTENT After dominating the specialty food space with its fancy food shows, The Specialty Food Association is ready to take the category by storm once again, with the first annual Winter FancyFaire. Taking place ...

FI Spotlight: CEOs Reveal 4 Key Trends Driving Consumer Behavior in 2025

Inflation. Flavor Trends. Tariffs. These are just some of the issues surrounding the food and beverage industry, especially the specialty food category. Where are consumers doing the most grocery shopping right now? What topics are ...

Mid-Year Update: The State of the Specialty Food Industry

At the recent Summer Fancy Food Show, industry leaders discussed the promising future for specialty food makers. Despite economic headwinds, consumers are expected to largely increase or maintain their consumption in many key categories.

10 Trends on Display at the 2025 Summer Fancy Food Show

From protein-packed desserts to gourmet tallow chips, the 2025 Summer Fancy Food Show dished out indulgence with purpose. Tradition and global ingredients were also notably in the spotlight at the event.

Atalanta: Bringing World Food Experiences to North America

At the Specialty Food Association’s Winter Fancy Food Show 2024, Susan Choi has an exclusive interview with Tom Gellert, President of Atalanta Corporation. Discover the rich tapestry of Atalanta, a multi-generational family business that goes …

New Food Trend Alert: Caviar ‘Bumps’ Hit NYC Bars and Restaurants

Eating caviar is the latest status symbol for millennials and Gen Z. Caviar has become more affordable and accessible in recent years, with a small serving costing $20 at some New York City bars, reported The New …

Las Vegas Event Illustrates Push for Sustainable Food Products

LAS VEGAS – The specialty food industry gathered en masse at the recent Winter Fancy Food Show earlier this month, and some noteworthy industry transformations were apparent, influenced by the pandemic and changing consumer preferences. …

3 Specialty Food Trends to Watch

Makers and merchants in the $170.4 billion specialty food industry have a history of introducing trends that stick. With that in mind, here are three categories to watch regarding specialty foods in 2022: VEGETABLE INSPIRED …