Protein has long been a buzzword in the world of food and drink. Plant-based protein The protein category is experiencing a swift change in direction. Alternative meat, which includes plant-based and lab-grown meat substitute products, is a fast-growing sector. Rich in fibre and plant-based protein, chickpeas are the new cauliflower.” Today, consumers can buy chickpea […]
Candice Fonseca, proprietor of Liverpool-based Delifonseca said March sales in her food hall were “booming”. “With hospitality venues still closed in March 2021, many people headed to their local baker for sweet and savoury treats to celebrate the Easter period,” agreed Karen Dear, director of operations at the Craft Bakers Association. “The second reason is […]
Brands and retailers need to understand which new Covid behaviours solidified into habits that are likely to persist post Covid,” said Eric Belcher, CEO of Numerator. As consumers experimented with more meals at home, seafood was also found to be more habit-driving in 2020 than in past years, and beef and frozen meat buyers also […]