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“Food Evolution” refers to the ongoing changes and innovations in the food industry, driven by various factors such as technology, sustainability and health consciousness. According to recent research by Takasago, this trend is relevant to 81% of consumers worldwide. Here are 5 essential tips on how to explore this trend in food and beverages: 1.Plant-Based and Alternative Proteins: there's increasing in demand for flavorful plant-based alternatives that don’t compromise on taste, driven by health, environmental, and ethical concerns. 2.Sustainable Practices: promote practices like reducing food waste, using eco-friendly packaging, and sourcing ingredients responsibly. 3.Personalized Nutrition: utilize technology advancement for personalized dietary and flavor preferences based on individual health, genetics, and lifestyle data. 4.FoodTech Innovations: explore new developments like lab-grown meat, vertical farming, and blockchain for food traceability. 5.Health and Wellness: focus on foods that promote health and wellness, such as functional foods, superfoods, and products with added nutritional benefits.   These trends reflect a broader shift towards more conscious and innovative approaches to food production and consumption. Exploring the “Food Evolution” trend can help companies stand out in the market by offering products that meet consumer needs practically and effectively. At Takasago, we create flavors that could support your development in masking, enhancing the flavors or providing the authentic profiles of plant-based alternatives with our Shojin(R) solutions.   #Takasago #Flavors #Innovation #Trends #Globalpulse #food evolution #Shojin #foodandbeverage

Takasago perfumer, Catherine Selig, created Jackie by Jaclyn Smith, a stunning new fragrance for the iconic American actress and designer. This exquisite scent captures an essence of femininity and refined elegance. Jackie is a sensory journey inspired by Smith's favorite scents evoking her travels, her California garden, and a romantic gift. At the first delicate spritz it opens with a radiant aura of bergamot, aldehydes, and warm amber. The heart reveals itself with a bouquet of ylang, orris, and rose. The fragrance settles into a seductive veil with velvety musk, sandalwood, and heliotrope, a harmony offering a truly unforgettable signature on skin. Smith credits the Takasago team for creating this beautiful fragrance the captures her personality. Launched on July 24th, the marketing campaign showcases enchanting photographs by Randee Saint Nicholas, set in Smith's lovely grounds at her Los Angeles home. Catherine Selig demonstrates her artistry with Jackie by Jaclyn Smith, a most memorable scent, adding another impressive entry to the Takasago portfolio. 

🍂 Fall has officially arrived, and with it comes a whole new lineup of seasonal flavors in restaurants, cafes, and FMCG products. Japan is no exception, but what are the most popular fall flavors here? According to "Takasago’s Fruit Survey 2023 – Japan Edition," the TOP 5 flavors that Japanese consumers associate with fall are: • Chestnut • Persimmon • Japanese Pear • Red & White Grapes • Red Apple Another beloved flavor this time of year is sweet potato, especially when freshly baked or used in packaged goods. What’s your favorite fall flavor? 🍠🍎  Vote below!

👩👩👦👦 Consumers are constantly looking for something which makes their lives easy. According to recent research by Takasago, this trend is relevant to 86% of consumers worldwide. Takasago's Global Pulse TrendSeeds® highlights “Simple Efficiency” as one of a key trend in the food and beverage industry. This means offering products that are easy to use, made with simple and natural ingredients, and provide clear benefits to consumers. 🙆♀️   ✔ Here are some tips to create "Simple & Efficient" products:   1. Authenticity: Consumers crave fresh, simple, and authentic flavors, seeking products with recognizable and trusted ingredients. 2. Versatile Products: Convenience is key—foods and beverages that are ready to consume save valuable time for busy consumers. 3. Multifunctional Solutions: Products that address multiple needs, like nutritious yet tasty foods or beverages that hydrate and provide added benefits such as vitamins or probiotics, are in demand. 4. Exotic Flavors: Consumers are excited by new, exotic flavors delivered in convenient formats that enhance their culinary experiences. 5. Technology and Innovation: Leveraging advanced technologies to boost production and distribution efficiency ensures products reach consumers fresh and of high quality.   Exploring the “Simple Efficiency” can help companies stand out in the market by offering products that meet consumer needs practically and effectively. Count on Takasago to create flavors that capture the essence of this trend, providing a unique and captivating sensory experience for your customers. For more details: https://lnkd.in/giKADsym ＃takasago #flavors #globalpulse #trendseeds #innovation #food #beverage

✨Are you already looking forward to Gulfood Manufacturing 2024? Our European team from TAKASAGO EUROPE GMBH will exhibit at Gulfood Manufacturing in Dubai from November 5 to 7, 2024, at Stand D8-18 in Hall 8. You can look forward to learning more about our latest flavor tech creations for the beverage, confectionary, bakery, dairy, and savory categories. ☕ 🍵 🍪 🧀 🍔 🔥Our team is eager to answer your questions and respond to any requests you may have. If you are at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, please stop by and have a chat with us! 🎯To participate in Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, please register via the official Gulfood Manufacturing website: https://lnkd.in/g7K2BA6q

Climate Week 2024 🌍 As global leaders gather for Climate Week NYC, Takasago reaffirms our dedication to reducing our carbon footprint. We're proud to be recognized by Financial Times as an Asia-Pacific Climate Leader, for the second year in a row. Our Sustainability2030 plan guides our efforts in emissions reduction, water conservation, and renewable energy expansion. We're also advancing green chemistry and implementing responsible sourcing through our TaSuKI initiatives. One highlight is our multi-year project in Madagascar with vanilla growers. Takasago developed relationships through initiatives like agricultural training and support by our network of local sustainability supervisors. These programs demonstrate our commitment to positive sourcing practices. At Takasago, sustainability isn't just a goal—it's ingrained across our organization. Join us in driving climate action forward. #ClimateWeek2024 #Sustainability #Takasago #ClimateAction

At Takasago, we're passionate about pushing the boundaries of flavor innovation, and we're thrilled to share the flavor trend insights that are shaping the future of taste. Our team has uncovered key flavor trends that are set to inspire new product developments and redefine consumer experiences. Stay ahead of the curve and discover how these trends can elevate your product offerings and resonate with today’s discerning consumers. Connect with us to explore how Takasago’s flavor expertise can help bring your next product vision to life. Let’s transform taste together! ＃Takasago ＃GlobalPulseTrendSeeds #FlavorTrends ＃Food #beverage #Innovation #ProductDevelopment #TasteTheFuture

💪Takasago flavor and sensory specialists are committed to capturing the essence of beef. Takasago’s Flavor TrendScape Study revealed that beef is also one of the most beloved savory flavors, consistently ranking high among consumers and even surpassing other popular flavors like fish and butter. 🎯When asking global consumers from 26 countries, many connected the taste of beef with positive emotions such as “energizing” and “happiness”. At Takasago, we understand that beef is a culinary favorite, and has a distinctive and irresistible appeal to many consumers. We are committed to capturing the true essence of beef, and this commitment has led us to create a diverse range of beef flavor solutions that cater to the distinct needs of the processed food industry. 👉Learn more how we can help your food development: https://lnkd.in/gap9GXtW Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or request. #takasago #foodandbeverages #flavors #beef

Join us at #eurosense where #takasago will be presenting about #flavors and #consumers preference around #relaxation and #energy, very hot topics for the food and beverage industry. Let's meet in Dublin from September 8 to 11! ☘

Have you visited Takasago’s Collection Gallery’s current exhibition “Paris and Perfume: The World of the Perfume Bottles (Flacon) in History”? You can enjoy a wide range of perfume bottles, posters, and photographs from the mid-19th to the 21st century, from renowned bottlers such as René Lalique to famous brands such as Dior and Saint Laurent. The exhibits represent the rich and intertwined history of perfume and Paris―the perfume capital―which has shaped the perfume industry as we know it today. We give away our postcard and you can also smell some fragrances at the exhibition. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 17:00 (last admission at 16:30). In addition, the gallery is open until 19:00 (last admission 18:30) on the third Friday of each month. Don’t miss it!    For more information, please visit our website:  https://lnkd.in/g6xfDiJR