The concept of ‘Surf ‘n’ Turf’ may have been around for some time but new research from Mintel reveals pairing meat with fish could offer a useful way to encourage younger Brits to buy more fish. One in six (17%) UK fish or shellfish buyers would be…
As the rise of the discount store continues to play out in the UK supermarket sector, it seems across the food and drink aisles consumers are trading up a notch. New research from Mintel reveals that traditional ‘budget’ foods such as pizza are being replaced with premium products at a…
Chicago (November 18, 2014)—It seems these days, grocery shelves are exploding with gluten-free choices, due in large part to greater awareness of a gluten-free diet as a result of increasing diagnoses of celiac disease and other gluten sensitivities, and the diet’s perceived health benefits. So it’s no surprise that…
A love of a cold pint of beer unites nationalities throughout the globe, however it seems European consumers are gaining a thirst for the non-alcoholic (NAB) variety. Indeed new research from Mintel looking at six key European consumer markets reveals that it is Spain with the biggest thirst to quench…
As autumn draws in, many will be turning to comfort food to overcome the cold outside, but it seems fewer Brits have a hunger for cheese on toast. Indeed, new research from Mintel reveals that over the past two years there has been a 7 percentage point drop in…
The dog’s dinner seems to be having a makeover as Brits are buying less pet food, instead choosing to prepare it themselves at home. New research from Mintel reveals that two in five (41%) UK dog owners who buy or prepare their pooch’s food say they provide…
As World Vegetarian Day is recognised (October 1st) around the globe, it seems that more products than ever are showcasing vegetarian credentials. Indeed, new research from Mintel has found that 12% of global food and drink products launched in 2013 carried a vegetarian claim, up from…
Whilst many Brits will currently be experiencing the post summer slump, new research from Mintel reveals that half (54%) of Brits claim to often feel tired, rising to six in ten (60%) women. In line with this, throughout the downturn the sports and energy drinks market saw steady growth rising…
Chicago (August 28, 2014)—Most Americans would agree that eating healthfully should be a priority in their daily life, but what truly drives consumers to choose healthy items over the potentially more enticing, yet unhealthy options? What would entice them to try something new, or are consumers still in the mind-set…
Toronto (August 6, 2014)—Many Canadians are constantly looking for ways to adopt a healthier diet and monitor what ingredients they are eating and drinking, as seen by the fact that more than half (52%) say that they like to check the ingredients on the packaging of carbonated soft drinks (CSDs).
As The Great British Bake Off begins another series, many amateur bakers across the nation will be donning their aprons in anticipation. However new research from Mintel reveals that the number of Brits baking in the home is falling. Whilst over five in six (85%) UK adults baked…
One in four consumers are drinking less Carbonated Soft Drinks (CSDs) than they were six months ago and half of those are doing so because they contain too much sugar, new research from Mintel reveals. Mintel’s research finds that a quarter (25%) of Brits are consuming less CSD’s than they…
