Energy drinks are thriving as price-conscious consumers pivot from costly coffee to functional, flavorful alternatives. With wellness claims and nostalgic flavors, the category is stealing share from traditional caffeine formats.
Tariff turmoil and fractured trade flows are changing the rules of supply chains, with inflation poised to spike. Smart food industry leaders aren’t waiting – they’re redesigning for volatility now, experts note.
Unexpected flavor mashups – from Guinness ice cream to Mountain Dew gummies – are driving viral buzz. These quirky collaborations thrive on social media, creating a spectacle that often drives ROI.
Pumpkin spice may still reign, but pecan is surging as fall’s breakout flavor, with a 28% spike in DoorDash orders. From Snickers to Starbucks, operators are betting big on this Southern staple’s appeal.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast notes how Alimentation Couche-Tard rescinded its $46 billion offer to purchase 7-Eleven’s parent.
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.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on projections for an online spending surge during this week’s extended Amazon Prime Day event.
The penny’s swan song – likely to occur next year – may save millions, but it won’t shake 99-cent psychology in retail pricing.
The latest FI Fast Break podcast notes how July brings another round of U.S. minimum wage increases in states such as Alaska.
Consumers are ditching brand loyalty in favor of value, leaving food businesses scrambling to win repeat visits. Upside’s latest report reveals that personalized incentives – not traditional marketing – are the key to turning uncommitted customers into habitual buyers.
After the Maman Salted Tahini Honeycomb Latte and Edith’s Tahini Frozen Cold Brew went viral on social media, Yelp searches for tahini coffee drinks soared. While the plant-based sesame seed paste has been a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine for centuries, lately tahini has been carving out a space for itself within the coffee category.
As food delivery apps make fresh meals just a tap away and younger diners prioritize experiences over portion sizes, the once-revered doggie bag is fading into obscurity. Experts feel shifting social norms and portion fatigue are driving the trend.
The demand for better-for-you products is driving shifts across the food industry, prompting demands for premium ingredients and transparent messaging. Consumers are also embracing bold flavors, premiumization, and redefined notions of value, as noted in the 2025 Specialty Food Industry Outlook Report, which FI co-authored.
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast touches on Chili’s eye-opening quarterly earnings report.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on Outback Steakhouse’s latest efforts to win back cash-strapped consumers.
The latest FI news podcast touches on the La Niña weather pattern that’s likely to form later this year and how it could impact ag.
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast touches on the latest update related to weight-loss drugs.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the unlikely comeback bid of a once-bankrupt steak chain.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on Athletic Brewing’s eye-opening ascent in the NA category.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on Americans’ growing aversion to tipping, and other trending industry news.
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast breaks down a major merger in the bottled water category.
The latest Food Institute news podcast breaks down New York State’s Retail Worker Safety Act, which recently passed in the Senate.
The latest Food Institute news podcast provides an update on shipping rates related to diversions around the Red Sea.
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast touches on the decline in Americans’ coffee consumption.
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on Target’s plans to reduce prices on several items this summer.
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast touches on Kraft Heinz’s possible sale of the Oscar Mayer brand.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on Gen Z’s mounting credit card debt, Gen Alpha’s love of cooking, and more.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on a very unique new collection of products from the Dunkin’ chain.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the potential impact of a TikTok ban on the food and beverage industry.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on soaring cocoa prices and their impact on the global food industry.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the demise of the open-all-night restaurant in the United States.
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast updates the Avian flu’s recent impact on American agriculture.
Mulhern will help FI continue to build its relationships in the foodservice operator, distribution, and food manufacturing communities. Mulhern is excited to collaborate and help the media outlet bring more original content, industry insights, industry personalities and leaders to its growing, multimedia platform.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on fast-food employee pay, America’s favorite pizza toppings, and other trending news.
CHICAGO, March 14, 2024 – Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) today announced the launch of the fifth annual State of Snacking™ report, a global consumer trends study examining annual insights on how consumers make snacking decisions. This year’s report reveals that amidst ongoing global economic uncertainty, consumers continue to prioritize, purchase and prefer snacks.
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on HelloFresh’s market meltdown, an uptick in consumer spending, and more.
