consumer trends

The best cities in the UK for coffee enthusiasts

Once a nation of tea drinkers, coffee consumption in the UK is rapidly growing. A new study from Coffeeness ranks the best cities throughout the UK for coffee lovers.

Blending, roasting & processing

Away-from-home F&B sales are growing as consumers ‘treat’ themselves

Rising food costs and inflation is not hindering away-from-home consumption—quite the opposite in fact as foodservice and drinking places are recapturing shares of food sales.

Brands: beware of the new class of private label products

The most unique, trendy item on the shelf may not be from a national/multinational brand, it is likely a store brand. Today’s store brands/private label brands are not the ‘cheaper knock offs’ from years ago, they are innovative, on trend and hitting shelves faster than many national/multinational-branded products.

Business, Product news

Foodservice is an ‘under tapped’ market for tea

The future of away-from-home tea consumption is bright, particularly in the foodservice channel.

Business, Events

Ceremonial to TikTok Trending: The Evolution of Matcha

Steeped in centuries of traditions and rituals and once considered a drink only for the Japanese elite, matcha has since become a mainstream consumer product, both in its origin country of Japan and further afield to the US and UK. By Kathryn Brand

Business, Product news

Line of bubble teas

The impact of ‘digital tastemakers’ on F&B products

A new survey from Packaged Facts reports that food brands cannot ignore ‘digital tastemakers’ (aka influencers) in the innovation process.

New year, new consumer trends revealed

Happy New Year! We have turned the calendar page to January and what a better way to start the new year than to examine five key trends that are projected to impact how brands source ingredients and work to have a larger impact on people and the planet in 2022.

Consumers show resiliency and adaptability

Euromonitor International’s “Top 10 Global Consumers Trends in 2021” reflect how consumer behaviour has been forever changed as a result of Covid-19.

Euromonitor International’s Top 10 Global Consumer Trends 2021

Resilience and adaptability are the driving forces behind the top global consumer trends in 2021. The pandemic created, influenced or accelerated each of these 10 trends, forever altering consumer behaviour.

Events

Wed

11

Dec

(NAMA) Coffee, Tea & Water 2024

The NAMA Water, Tea, and Coffee Event 2024 will take place on 11 December and 12 December, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Organized by the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA), this event focuses on the latest trends, innovations, and business opportunities within the beverage industry, specifically water, tea, and coffee sectors.

Attendees can expect a range of activities, including informative sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities designed for industry professionals. The event will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, and a showcase of new products from various exhibitors.

The NAMA event aims to foster collaboration among participants while addressing key industry topics such as sustainability, technology integration, and consumer preferences.

Thu

12

Dec

Global Tea Fair 2024

The Global Tea Fair 2024 in Shenzhen is one of the largest tea industry events, taking place from 12 December – 16 December, 2024, at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center. It attracts over 180,000 visitors, including importers, wholesalers, retailers, and high-profile buyers from sectors like hotels and supermarkets. The event will feature around 200 speakers, offering market insights, and spanning 100,000 square meters of exhibit space covering diverse tea categories. Highlights include the World Green Tea Conference and a traditional Dou Cha Tea Competition, allowing tea enthusiasts to evaluate and taste premium teas.

Sat

18

Jan

Sigep 2025

Sigep 2025, the 46th edition of the International Trade Show of Artisan Gelato, Pastry, Bakery, and Coffee, will take place from 18 January – 22 January, 2025 in Rimini, Italy. This globally recognized event continues to bring together industry professionals, offering a showcase for innovations in the artisan food and beverage sectors, including gelato, coffee, pastry, and bakery. Sigep 2025 will feature over 1,200 exhibitors and offer opportunities for business networking, live demonstrations, and competitions.

The event will emphasize sustainability, cutting-edge technologies, and global trends, making it a key platform for those involved in these sectors to gain insights and expand their business horizons.

Sun

19

Jan

Winter Fancy Food Show 2025

The 2025 Las Vegas Winter Fancy Food Show, held from 19 January – 21 January at the Las Vegas Convention Center, is a key event for the specialty food industry. This three-day trade show offers opportunities for product discovery, networking, and education, featuring a wide range of specialty items such as gluten-free, vegan, and protein-rich foods. Attendees include large retailers like Whole Foods and Walmart, as well as smaller independent grocers. The show brings together food makers and retailers to explore trends and innovations in the food sector

Thu

30

Jan

10th Annual Global Tea Institute Colloquium

The 10th Annual Global Tea Institute Colloquium will take place on 30 January, 2025, at the UC Davis Conference Center. This year’s theme is “Tea and Peace: Bringing Communities Together,” focusing on tea’s role in promoting cultural connections, social harmony, and scientific research. The event will feature leading experts from academia and the tea industry, discussing tea from perspectives including culture, health, science, and market trends. The colloquium is part of UC Davis’s broader Global Tea Initiative, which integrates interdisciplinary research on tea’s global impact.

Mon

10

Feb

World of Coffee Dubai 2025

World of Coffee Dubai 2025 is a major event for coffee professionals, scheduled to take place in Dubai. It will feature a blend of coffee exhibitions, competitions, and networking opportunities.

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