As January begins, and many resolute Brits aim to curb the excesses of the festive period by eating healthily, it seems not everyone will be adding diet foods to their shopping list. Indeed, latest research from Mintel reveals some 60% of Brits today say they prefer food that is naturally…
Christmas is over, and as the nation wallows in new appliances received as gifts, spare a thought for the lowly bread maker, Britain’s least used gift appliance.
Chicago (December 28, 2010) – While spirits barely edged out beer as the most popular alcoholic beverage enjoyed by consumers between 2009-2010, the market has hardly fallen flat. According to latest research from Mintel, domestic beer is the clear favorite, followed by imported varieties; but 33% of all beer drinkers…
Chicago (December 7, 2010) – With Thanksgiving behind us and seasonal festivities just around the corner, consumers are in the mood to celebrate. As a result, latest research from leading market intelligence provider Mintel finds that restaurant chains are responding to consumer demand by spicing up their menus with fall…
As December starts – traditionally a time when we eat, drink and get merry – latest research from Mintel finds this year Brits could be drinking in less excess, as since 2000, alcohol sales in the fourth quarter of the year have dropped 10% in real terms compared to 4%…
Chicago (November 18, 2010) – Health experts have long touted the health benefits of antioxidant-rich red wine and recent research even suggests that light wine consumption (1-2 glasses a week) is no longer off limits for pregnant women. This holiday season consumers are sure to be lifting their glasses without…
Chicago (November 10, 2010) – The foodservice industry demands change as often as the limited-time offers (LTO) at your favorite restaurant, and this year was no exception. In light of the recent healthcare bill that requires restaurants with 20+ units to list calorie counts on the menu, operators are now…
Chicago (October 21, 2010) – Consumer demand for sustainable food and drink continues to grow, and companies are increasing the supply, as Mintel Global New Products Database (GNPD) has tracked more than 13,000 new sustainable food and drink products since 2005. While 84% of consumers say they regularly buy green…
As National Chocolate Week commences (11 – 17 October), latest research from Mintel reveals that despite cutbacks in other areas, chocolate sales are staying sweet – with UK sales of chocolate confectionery increasing by 9.2% between 2007 and 2009 to reach an estimated £3.6 billion and sales projected to grow…
Chicago (October 8, 2010) – A cup of coffee is a daily occurrence for 66% of Americans according to Mintel, but sales have been relatively unchanged in recent years due largely to the sector’s loyal, older customers. However, appealing to the younger coffee consumer may be just what companies ordered…
Chicago (September 28, 2010) – Lately, high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) has come under fire, resulting in a proposed name change from HFCS to simply” corn sugar” . While it’s unclear what effects this possible name change will have, consumers are continually concerned about the controversial food additive. According to…
While the recession may have taken its toll on our food choices it seems there is one small indulgence Brits won’t give up as latest research from Mintel reveals that in answer to the question “who ate all the pies?” it seems… we did. UK sales of pies and pasties…
