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Food & Drink

Exploring culinary trends, recipes, and the art of fine dining and beverages.

A lively outdoor Asian food festival at night, featuring numerous food stalls, diverse attendees, and colorful lanterns, showcasing a wide array of culinary offerings.

New Asian food festivals emerge across US cities

At the Mall of America, a single upcoming Asian food festival will feature over 80 food vendors offering more than 200 distinct dishes, signaling a massive appetite for diverse culinary experiences ac

Camila Roque· Apr 15· 3 min
Coachella festival-goer holding a receipt with a high food price, surrounded by the festival's vibrant atmosphere and crowd.

Coachella attendees share shocking food and drink prices online

At Coachella, a simple meal of two pizza slices and a can of Coke set one attendee back $41, igniting a firestorm over the festival's soaring costs.

Camila Roque· Apr 13· 3 min
Symbolic split image showing a bountiful display of plant-based foods contrasted with a less full shopping cart, representing market value growth and volume decline.

European plant-based market grows in value, volumes dip

Europe's plant-based food market swelled to a robust €16.3 billion in 2025, marking a 5.1% increase in value, despite volume declines in some key markets.

Camila Roque· Apr 11· 3 min
A diverse group of people happily selecting fresh produce and plant-based alternatives at a sunlit European market.

European plant-based food market reaches €16.3B

In 2024, a seismic shift rippled through European dining tables: 31% of consumers now identify as flexitarian, a striking leap from 21% just two years prior.

Camila Roque· Apr 11· 3 min
Vibrant natural food dyes like beetroot red and spirulina extract displayed under laboratory lights, with a subtle FDA logo shadow in the background.

FDA eases 'no artificial colors' claims, impacting food dye innovation

Last year, the FDA banned Red Dye No.

Camila Roque· Apr 10· 4 min
A vibrant, futuristic Asian market scene showcasing diverse consumers exploring innovative food and beverage products emphasizing natural ingredients and health benefits.

Reports Detail Top Food and Beverage Trends in Asian Market for 2026

Recent reports detail the top food and beverage trends shaping the Asian market for 2026, emphasizing consumer preferences for natural ingredients, gut health, and value-driven products. These trends reflect a complex consumer landscape influenced by health consciousness and economic pressures.

Camila Roque· Apr 8· 3 min
A vibrant, cinematic image of a diverse global food market, featuring colorful produce, spices, and international dishes, with subtle digital data visualizations overlaid, representing the top food and drink markets for 2024.

New Report Reveals Top 10 Global Food and Drink Markets for 2024

A new report from Global Culinary Insights identifies the top 10 global food and drink markets for 2024. Learn how evolving consumer habits, health trends, and e-commerce are shaping the world's culinary landscape.

Camila Roque· Apr 8· 4 min
A visually appealing display of diverse functional ingredients and sustainable food products, representing the future of health food trends in 2026, with a focus on innovation and eco-consciousness.

Functional Ingredients and Sustainable Choices Shape 2026 Health Food Trends

The 2026 health food landscape is defined by functional ingredients and sustainable choices, with new market data revealing significant shifts in sports nutrition, beverages, and packaged goods. This evolution signals a deeper consumer demand for targeted health benefits and minimal environmental impact.

Camila Roque· Apr 6· 4 min
A fan at Coors Field holds a unique pizza donut, showcasing the new culinary offerings for the 2026 MLB season, with the baseball game in the background.

Coors Field Unveils New Food and Drink Options for 2026 Season

Coors Field is set to unveil a range of new food and drink options for the 2026 MLB season, highlighted by an unconventional 'pizza donut'. These culinary additions aim to transform the game-day experience for Colorado Rockies fans.

Camila Roque· Apr 6· 4 min
A bustling baseball stadium concourse with fans enjoying new food and drink options, including gourmet burgers, hot dogs, and local beverages, under the vibrant lights of Modern Woodmen Park.

River Bandits Announce New Food and Drink Options for 2024 Season

The Quad Cities River Bandits are rolling out an exciting new lineup of food and drink options for the 2024 season, blending classic stadium fare with inventive, region-inspired dishes. Fans can look forward to new burgers, hot dogs, local seltzers, and vegetarian choices starting Opening Day.

Camila Roque· Apr 5· 3 min
A modern grocery store aisle undergoing a subtle transformation, with traditional snacks being replaced by high-protein, fiber-rich, and prebiotic foods, symbolizing the impact of GLP-1 drugs on consumer choices.

The GLP-1 Shift: How Weight-Loss Drugs Are Reshaping the Food Industry

A seismic shift is underway in our grocery aisles. Here's how the next generation of GLP-1 drugs is fundamentally rewriting the rules for the food and beverage industry.

Theo Ashford· Apr 4· 7 min
A close-up of a gourmet hot dog, craft beer, and unique snack at Target Field, with blurred fans, showcasing the new 2026 menu.

Target Field Introduces New Food and Drink for 2026 Season

Target Field and other MLB stadiums are rolling out ambitious new food and drink menus for the 2026 season. These culinary innovations aim to enhance the fan experience and create memorable social outings beyond the game itself.

Camila Roque· Apr 3· 4 min
A close-up, mouth-watering image of BJ's Sweet Heat Pepperoni Pizookie, a warm dessert with pepperoni and sweet sauce, served in a skillet, symbolizing genuine April Fools' Day food deals.

BJ's Offers $4 Pizookie Amid Nationwide April Fools' Food Deals

This April Fools' Day, major restaurant chains are offering genuine food deals and discounts instead of pranks. BJ's, Dunkin', Hooter's, and more are participating in nationwide promotions.

Camila Roque· Apr 1· 4 min
Cozy autumn coffee scene with a mug, scattered leaves, and caramel drizzle, representing new fall coffee flavors.

Top 7 New Fall Coffee Drinks at Major Chains 2026

For the first time in a decade, McDonald's has completely removed pumpkin spice from its fall coffee menu, opting instead for a full lineup of caramel apple flavors, according to USA Today .

Camila Roque· Sep 20· 5 min
A perfectly crafted Old Fashioned cocktail on a home bar counter, surrounded by essential mixology tools and spirits, ready to be enjoyed.

Top 5 Essential Cocktails to Master for Your Home Bar

Imagine the effortless glide of ice in a perfectly balanced Old Fashioned, or the vibrant burst of a Daiquiri, all crafted from your modest bar cart.

Camila Roque· Aug 29· 7 min
A lively night market in an exotic location, showcasing diverse food stalls and cultural culinary experiences with tourists and locals.

Top 5 Emerging Global Cuisines & Culinary Destinations to Watch

In 2027, a small, family-run eatery in Oaxaca, Mexico, known for its pre-Hispanic mole recipes, is projected to host more international culinary tourists than three Michelin-starred restaurants in Par

Camila Roque· Aug 22· 5 min
Diverse group of Gen Z friends enjoying trendy fall food and drinks at an outdoor festival, highlighting sensory experiences and social connection.

Top 10 Fall 2026 Food and Drink Trends Shaping Gen Z's Palate

Despite an 8% decline in overall adult alcohol consumption since 2023, Gen Z's reported drinking in the last six months surged from 46% in 2023 to 70% by 2025, according to Extension Psu .

Camila Roque· Aug 19· 6 min
Award-winning Birria Flamin' Bombs and other unique fair foods displayed at the Wisconsin State Fair 2026, with happy crowds in the background.

10 Best Foods & Drinks at Wisconsin State Fair 2026

The 2026 Wisconsin State Fair's Golden Spork, its highest food award, crowned Fiesta Grill & Cantina's Birria Flamin' Bombs.

Camila Roque· Aug 8· 5 min
A diverse selection of global fermented beverages, including kombucha and kefir, displayed attractively on a wooden table with natural lighting.

Global Fermented Beverages for Wellness in 2026

In November 2023, the U.

Camila Roque· Aug 7· 5 min
A unique 'Happy Meal' at Clifton Club Bar & Lounge in Dallas, featuring a smash burger, cocktail, and cigarette, representing unconventional bar offerings.

Best Bars to Try in 2026

For just $20, Dallas's Clifton Club Bar & Lounge offers a 'Happy Meal' during happy hour that includes a smash burger, fries, a cocktail, and a cigarette.

Camila Roque· Jul 31· 8 min
A lively and colorful Southeast Asian night market filled with diverse street food stalls, people eating, and vibrant lanterns, representing the future of global cuisine.

Iconic Southeast Asian Street Foods to Try by 2026

By 2026, Southeast Asia's vibrant street food markets are projected to rival European fine dining in prestige and influence.

Camila Roque· Jul 3· 5 min
Families enjoying unique ice cream flavors outside a charming, old-fashioned Midwestern ice cream parlor on a sunny day.

Top Family Ice Cream Shops in the Midwest with Unique Flavors

In a small Ohio town, a family-run ice cream shop sells more 'Sweet Corn & Blackberry' scoops on a summer Saturday than the local Dairy Queen sells vanilla cones all week.

Camila Roque· Jun 25· 5 min
A diverse group of people enjoying a beautifully plated West African-inspired dish in a lively restaurant setting.

Top 8 Restaurants & Pop-Ups to Watch in 2026, Including Dakar NOLA

Dakar NOLA, a New Orleans restaurant celebrating West African cuisine, won the 2024 James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant, according to Eater and James Beard .

Camila Roque· Jun 24· 5 min
Diverse group of young adults enjoying innovative and colorful beverages in a modern, sophisticated bar setting.

9 Drink Trends Shaping the Beverage Industry in 2026

Gen Z's embrace of alcohol is undeniable: their reported drinking in the last six months surged from 46% in 2023 to 70% in 2025.

Camila Roque· Jun 18· 6 min
A delicious-looking Tem Toa Chicken Pad Thai frozen entree from Target, showcasing the best new frozen groceries of 2026.

Top 9 Best New Frozen Entrees and Groceries to Buy in 2026

The Tem Toa Chicken Pad Thai, a frozen meal at Target, recently scored an impressive 9.

Camila Roque· Jun 10· 5 min
A vibrant and bustling Portuguese market scene filled with fresh produce, seafood, and local delicacies, showcasing the rich culinary culture of Portugal.

Top 9 Iconic Portuguese Dishes to Try

At a traditional Portuguese restaurant, the bread and cheese placed on your table aren't complimentary starters; they're an implicit part of your bill.

Adrian Vale· Jun 6· 5 min
A diverse group of people happily enjoying various colorful and authentic street food dishes in a bustling, warmly lit market at dusk.

Top 10 Global Street Food Dishes to Recreate at Home

In Delhi, Samosas swell to generous proportions, their crisp shells yielding to a rich bounty of masala potatoes, green peas, and the unexpected sweetness of dried fruits.

Camila Roque· Jun 5· 6 min
A decadent 10-inch Member's Mark German Chocolate Cake from Sam's Club, featuring rich chocolate layers and coconut-pecan frosting, displayed with other grocery items.

5 New Food & Drink Finds at Sam's Club This June

Sam's Club's bakery unveils a decadent 10-inch Member's Mark German Chocolate Cake, its rich chocolate layers crowned with luscious coconut-pecan frosting, all for just $22.

Camila Roque· Jun 5· 6 min
A curated selection of high-end grocery items, including aged balsamic vinegar and saffron, artfully arranged on a kitchen counter, suggesting culinary quality and value.

Top 4 High-End Grocery Items Offering Exceptional Value

A $25 bottle of aged balsamic vinegar, used sparingly, can transform dozens of dishes over months, while a cheaper supermarket version might only offer fleeting, one-note acidity.

Camila Roque· May 14· 5 min
A vibrant, historical market scene showcasing a variety of artisanal food and drink products, with a subtle modern backdrop.

8 Oldest Food & Drink Brands Still Operating Today

At Berry Brothers and Rudd, an upscale London grocer founded in 1698, the same family has run the business for over 300 years, down to the eighth generation.

Camila Roque· May 6· 7 min