The pandemic saw the rise of home cooks and small entrepreneurs experimenting in their kitchens and churning out trays of sourdough and sushi bakes. This year—and the next two to three—will see more of the same, if the food trends identified by San Miguel Foods’ Culinary Center pan out.
In a virtual briefing held recently, culinary services manager Llena Tan Arcenas listed major food trends expected to gain traction in the food and beverage industry.
Plant-based options
The first is a move to more plant-based food options. “Consumers are more open and ready for alternative, flexitarian types of diets that support immune health and cognitive function, promote relaxation and r…
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