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15 Famous Foods from Around the World
June 16, 2020
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Who said bucket lists can’t be delicious too? At Nikken Foods, our wanderlust often has us skipping the landmarks on our travels in favor of sampling the unique cuisines native to each country we visit. Famous international foods add flavor to the rich culture and heritage found in each corner of the globe. (Be sure…

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5 Powerful Snack Trends of 2020
June 1, 2020
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When did snacks start replacing traditional meals? Now that the health and quality options match the convenience factor, snacking trends are off the charts for 2020. A 2017 report by Nielsen found the snacking business had grown globally to $3.4B. Technomic’s 2018 Snacking Occasion report found that 34% more consumers were making time for healthy…

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Good Mood Food to Reduce COVID-19 Stress
April 27, 2020
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In these times of uncertainty, there’s still one thing you can control: your diet. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a new normal – and it’s a bit more anxiety-ridden than we’d like to admit. Often breaking daily routines and dealing with ongoing, stressful environments is the first reason people betray their healthy eating habits and…

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5 Healthy Food Habits During Coronavirus Quarantine
April 13, 2020
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No one expected 2020 to look like this. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted our routine and introduced uncertainty into our lifestyle. As the novel coronavirus forces a global change to consumer priorities, habits and diets, we are all adjusting to the new normal that includes getting to know our home space a lot better. From…

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Mocktails Have Gone Mainstream
April 6, 2020
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Non-alcoholic drinks are gaining attention from chefs, restaurants and patrons as zero-proof mocktails are taking booze-free mainstream.

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Understanding the Zero Waste Movement
March 17, 2020
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The average American accumulates 4.5 pounds of trash per day (as of an EPA study in 2017). That’s over 250 tons of garbage nationally year over year. So, if that’s the norm – can you imagine reducing your individual trash output to just an 8-ounce mason jar… for the entire year? It’s the goal behind…

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Top 5 Restaurant Trends of 2020
February 18, 2020
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With third-party apps ready to deliver everything but the plastic straw and plant-based meats pairing perfectly with spiritless cocktails, restaurant trends are poised to influence the industry for a whole new decade. Join Nikken Foods as we break down the macro trends of the last few years that have now become the mainstay of the…

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Tasty Trend Alert: Sweet and Savory Flavor Combination
February 5, 2020
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The international, savory flavor profile is once more being met with open arms by the distinct, sweet profile that Americans have grown to crave. The result: A sweet and savory flavor combination that proves the lines are meant to be blurred. The Sweet and Savory Flavor Combo Is Here to Stay We see it often…

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Beyond Peanut Butter: Alternative Butters are Trending
January 16, 2020
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Since consumers are shedding the sugars and focusing on good fats, local and national grocery stores are spreading alternative butter options across their shelves. In the last few years, United States consumers have eaten a pound more in butter each year than they were eating a decade ago, per Food Business News. In fact, this…

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Top 20 Food Trends of 2020
January 7, 2020
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We’re back in the roaring ‘20’s as a new year is upon us and, with it, a myriad of exciting food trends that are sure to add some flavor to your resolutions this year. Let’s break down the top 20 food trends for 2020. Starting with… Mocktails Alcohol is an afterthought for those sober socializers…

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