CCD Innovation

👀 Looking back on 2024's predicted F&B trends, did you see the innovative products or flavors you were hoping to this past year? 🔗 Prepared Foods Magazine reviewed their 2024 predictions in this interesting read: https://hubs.li/Q02Wjjjz0 🌶️ Marc Halperin, our Chief Culinary Officer, "Was pleased to learn that Prepared Foods felt that Calabrian chile peppers were hot(!!). Having used and appreciated this specific fruity pepper for many years, it was great to see that these chiles merited inclusion on the list. While condiments like Sriracha are umami-rich and have an assertive profile, Calabrian chile peppers bring a complex fruity, juicy quality with moderate heat. We believe there's a significant runway of opportunities for the inclusion of Calabrian chile peppers into many dishes." 💬 What 2024 trend stuck out to you this year? #FoodandBeverage #CPGIndustry #ChilePeppers #Trends #Innovation Julie Suntrup, D'Anne Hayman, Ruth Halpern, Business Dev. Lead/Reinvention Coach, JPG Resources - Food & Beverage Innovation

What foods are trending for 2025? 👀 Whole Foods shares their predictions in this article from Food Business News: https://hubs.li/Q02VFQ8n0 Here at CCDI, we are constantly researching the latest trends, and we think Whole Foods categorized their predictions well. We've seen increased client interest in a few of these areas over the past year, and wholeheartedly agree that continued popularity and growth is inevitable. Take a look at the following trends: 🌎 International snacking 🥟 "Pocket foods" (dumplings with savory fillings) 🍵 Functional hydration & tea creativity 🍞 Sourdough products 🌊 Ocean ingredients 💪 Protein-rich foods Which category are you most excited to see growth in?? #FoodandBeverage #CPGIndustry #WholeFoods #Trends #Snacks Julie Suntrup, D'Anne Hayman, Marc Halperin, Ruth Halpern, Business Dev. Lead/Reinvention Coach, JPG Resources - Food & Beverage Innovation

We're heading to Supply Side West next week ✈️ Will we see you there? From our team, Amy Usiak for product development, Anne Haas from procurement, and Eric Stief with M&A services will be walking the floor from October 28-31 and would love to connect! Send us a message or comment below if you're interested in setting up a time to meet 👇 #FoodandBeverage #ProductDevelopment #Procurement #M&A #SupplySideWest

Do you think functional food products can create a visible beauty benefit? This week, we turned to Confectionary News for inspiration and found this article on beauty-enhancing ingredients 👉 https://lnkd.in/eu6X7mCf ☕ This trend has crept up the last two years as consumer demands for holistic beauty and wellness have increased. In addition to traditional beauty supplements like tablets, drink mixes and gummies, product developers are focusing more energy in the indulgence category. 🍫 Our team found the raw cacao portion of this article especially interesting. Raw chocolate already boasts blood flow and pressure benefits, and boosting the naturally occurring antioxidants is delicious way to "nourish their skin from the inside". 🍅 To combat the bitterness of cacao, some companies have added anise, sun-dried tomato, coffee, and cardamom. Have you tried any of the brands mentioned in the article? What are your thoughts? 💬 #FoodandBeverage #CPGIndustry #Indulgence #Chocolate #Beauty Julie Suntrup, D'Anne Hayman, Marc Halperin, Ruth Halpern, Business Dev. Lead/Reinvention Coach, JPG Resources - Food & Beverage Innovation

"As consumers continue to prioritize health while seeking enjoyable and flavorful experiences, manufacturers have a unique opportunity to innovate and cater to these evolving preferences." Prepared Foods Magazine shares trends that will continue to develop as we head into 2025. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eKQZUW3F   As our team creates innovative formulations, we often see requests for snack fortification like the article mentions, adding sources of protein and fiber, or reducing artificial sugars and sodium levels. We love the challenge to deliver culinary creativity and flavor while meeting consumer needs.     That's why we enjoy seeing growth in areas like sauces, spreads and dressings. You can take basic ingredients - lettuce, chicken, noodles, etc. - and create a satisfying, flavor-packed meal quickly and easily. As more brands are entering this space, you can taste the nuances of each brand's culinary heritage and inspiration.     What brands have inspired your taste buds lately? Comment below with some of your meal time favorites! 💬 #FoodandBeverage #CPGIndustry #Culinary #MealPrep #HealthyChoices Julie Suntrup, D'Anne Hayman, Marc Halperin, Ruth Halpern, Business Dev. Lead/Reinvention Coach, JPG Resources - Food & Beverage Innovation

"Adventure is the overarching flavor theme fueling new food and beverage innovation and is most often achieved through collaboration" Food Business News recently published this article 🔗 https://hubs.li/Q02RQWg_0 highlighting brands that came together, creating innovative flavor combinations. 🤝 Brand collaboration isn't new news, and the overarching concept is simple. Take a base vehicle and add another company's flair to it, like adding the ranch flavor to a classic chip. The enticing part of this article lies in the flavors innovators are daring to combine. 🌶️ We've mentioned the 'swicy' trend before (spicy + sweet) and these combos pack a sweet heat: hot honey with beans, Tajin with feta cheese or beef jerky, and spiced mashed potatoes. 🍯 If you aren't interested in the spicy part, the sweets category is pairing combinations like salted honey butter coffee syrup, ube mochi pancake mix, and buttermilk honey potato chips. What fun flavor combinations have you seen in the swicy or sweet categories? Comment below and let us know what products we need to try! 💬 #FoodandBeverage #CPGIndustry #Sweet #Swicy #NewFlavors #Innovation Julie Suntrup, D'Anne Hayman, Marc Halperin, Ruth Halpern, Business Dev. Lead/Reinvention Coach, JPG Resources - Food & Beverage Innovation

Say cheese! 🧀 An interesting report from Bloomberg, https://hubs.li/Q02RcFHs0, highlights the continuous, growing demand for cheese at 42 LBS A YEAR for the average American. Wanting part of this market, alternative cheese producers are focusing on innovation to gain a spot in your fridge. This topic sparked a conversation with our team on the necessary improvements, ingredient possibilities, and market opportunities for the alternative cheese segment. From what we've seen at recent expos and shows, brands are experimenting with starches to replicate a craveable cheese pull, but are struggling with the stickiness when chewing. Using cashews and other nuts gives great texture, but lacks some of the signature cheeses' subtle notes. Some aren't trying to replicate a classic cheese, but have created their own funky flavors. As a whole, our team agreed that alt-cheese may not be enough to convert an enthusiastic cheese eater away from their favorite products yet, but these innovations are continuing to create a better and better eating experience. Would you trade traditional cheese for alternative cheeses? What are your favorites? Let us know in the comments below 💬 #FoodandBeverage #CPGIndustry #Trends #Cheese #ProductDevelopment Julie Suntrup, D'Anne Hayman, Marc Halperin, Ruth Halpern, Business Dev. Lead/Reinvention Coach, JPG Resources - Food & Beverage Innovation

Pumpkin spice season is back, with limited-edition snacks and drinks dropping as fast as the leaves off the trees 🍂 🥧 The global pumpkin spice market is continuing to grow from its estimated $1.1 billion last year. North America still leads the market, but global consumer preferences craving new and unique flavors are expanding its reach. 🎃 With an increasing demand for more organic, sustainable, and clean label products, pumpkin spice has an opportunity to capitalize on fall's excitement. The market has already created syrups, concentrates, and powders to work this flavor into everything from energy drinks, baked goods, mocktails, yogurts, and of course, your favorite coffees. 🧡 Check out this article on pumpkin spice popularity: https://hubs.li/Q02PGm-J0 🧡 If you like the Hostess brand, they've announced their seasonal treats: https://hubs.li/Q02PGhCf0 We're excited to use Chobani's Pumpkin Spice Barista Oatmilk in our coffee as we snack on a Hostess Iced Pumpkin Cupcake - what are you most excited for? #FoodandBeverage #NewFlavors #Trends #CPGIndustry Julie Suntrup, D'Anne Hayman, Marc Halperin, Ruth Halpern, Business Dev. Lead/Reinvention Coach, Jeff Grogg, JPG Resources - Food & Beverage Innovation

"Inclusions offer a plethora of options when it comes to consumers’ sensory experience of baked goods, but adding them cannot be at the expense of the whole product’s integrity." 🔗https://hubs.li/Q02P9N9G0 Baking Business published this informative article, knowing the visual power inclusions can have in baked goods. They outlined various challenges that specific pieces can pose, along with practical advice when thinking through the production process. 🍰 We thought the tips on particulate size, fat oxidation, batter emulsion and moisture migration were particularly interesting! This article mentions Hardee's success with their blueberry biscuits... What other industry successes come to mind, and how can we learn from them? 🤔 Share your thoughts below! #FoodandBeverage #CPGIndustry #Baking #Inclusions #ProductDevelopment Julie Suntrup, D'Anne Hayman, Marc Halperin, Ruth Halpern, Business Dev. Lead/Reinvention Coach, Jeff Grogg, JPG Resources - Food & Beverage Innovation

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