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The Sweets and Snacks Expo draws more than17,000 attendees and 760 exhibitors from around the world; buyers represent supermarkets, mass merchandisers and specialty retailers, who delight in the snacks and confections at almost every booth. The expo continues to grow, with over 200 first time exhibitors at this year’s show. It’s a captivating place toRead More

  The National Restaurant Association (NRA) International Foodservice Marketplace is an annual event where over 2,000 companies from around the world showcase their products to more than 45,000 foodservice professionals. This year’s show illuminated trends that are sure to have a lasting impact on the foodservice industry.… More

This French Consumer Dining Study is the latest report published by Culinary Visions Panel in its 2017 series of Global Dining Studies. Concurrent with SIAL Innovation Conference in Paris, Culinary Visions Panel surveyed over 1,000 French consumers about their attitudes and behaviors related to meal choices at home, in the workplace and at restaurants. TheRead More

This study is the third in the North American dining series where over 1,000 Mexican consumers were surveyed about their attitudes and behaviors related to meal choices at home, in the workplace, at restaurants and at the supermarket/deli. Consumers were asked about their trust in restaurant dining, their view on healthfulness and how convenience playsRead More

1,039 consumers were surveyed around the United States regarding their expectations, attitudes and behaviors when visiting various food markets. Consumers were asked about their perspectives on a range of markets from farmers markets to food halls. Specific aspects of the market experience that appeal to consumers are the collaborative energy, extensive variety of vendors andRead More

The subject of this 2017 study, explores the characteristics that draw consumers to make certain food venues their destinations when dining at and away from home. Over 1,000 consumers throughout the U.S. were surveyed to identify aspects of shopping in the deli that make it unique, crave-able and worth the visit (or wait). Consumers wereRead More

We are delighted to share some of our favorite culinary experiences from the richly diverse neighborhoods of Chicago. There are always plenty of hot new restaurants around town, and our 2017 edition includes a special section on Food Halls that you may enjoy exploring as this trend heats up around the country. Our recent consumer surveyRead More

  The Research Chefs Association (RCA) is a conference where R&D chefs, product developers and food scientists gather to find new solutions, innovative techniques and development insights for the year to come.… More

  The International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) is a conference where food writers, cookbook authors and a wide range of culinary professionals gather to be inspired as they discuss and debate issues related to the impact of food on modern culture and lifestyles. This conference establishes the framework for the culinary conversation of theRead More

  The Specialty Food Association’s Winter Fancy Food Show is traditionally the first major food industry forum of the year where buyers and sellers come to see the newest foods, flavors and ingredient trends.  With over 80,000 products on display from 1,400 companies, this show attracts a wide range of food business segments including: specialtyRead More