Once the nation’s dependable favourite, latest research from Mintel finds ready salted crisps have fallen from the number one crisp slot as cheese & onion is crowned Britain’s big cheese. The market for cheese & onion crisps is now worth a lip smacking £256 million, sales having increased an impressive…
Long tainted as desperately uncool, latest research from Mintel finds the market for lower alcoholic drinks (LADs) is booming, as sales here outperform the alcoholic market as a whole. Following years of stagnant growth, sales of LADs are thriving, with value and volume having both increased by around 10%…
Christians, Muslims, Jews and Atheists alike are helping fuel the robust market for kosher foods, according to a new report by market research firm Mintel. In a consumer survey of adults who purchase kosher food, Mintel found that the number one reason people buy kosher is for food quality (62%).
Latest research from Mintel finds that while money might be tight, Britain’s not-so-blushing brides are still determined to head down the aisle in style. But things are not quite so rosy for the long-suffering husband-to-be, where cheap and cheerful outfits will rule the day. The bridalwear market is now…
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, latest research from Mintel finds that there’s a whole world of new chocolates out there, that will put that last minute box from your local garage to shame. Indeed, according to the Mintel Global New Products Database (GNPD) over 8,000 new chocolate products were…
First it was school dinners. And now it is the turn of the packed lunch, as over the past year the Government has put growing pressure on schools to advise parents on what should go into kids’ lunchboxes. But latest research from Mintel finds that Britian’s mums and dads are…
The latest review from the Mintel Global New Products Database (GNPD) shows the simplest things in life can have the biggest impact. In 2008, food and drink claims classified as “Natural”—including all natural, no additives/preservatives, organic and wholegrain—were the most frequently featured on new products globally. “Natural” claims appeared on…
As we start a new year, money matters are undoubtedly at the forefront of everyone’s mind. But despite this, latest research from Mintel finds that when it comes to New Year’s resolutions the age old ritual of starting a healthier lifestyle still tops the list, as the intention to get…
Once the darling of the supermarket shelves, organic food is set to slip down the pecking order, as cash-strapped Brits hunt down cheaper alternatives. Latest research from MINTEL finds that the organic food and drink market is now worth £1.6 billion. But as a result of the current economic climate,…
Mintel expects market growth for organic food and drink to slow with economyDespite more organic food and beverage products on grocery store shelves, all is not healthy in the world of pesticide-free, additive-free edibles. In fact, Mintel predicts that market growth rates for organic food and drink will decline, especially…
Study highlights snacking differences between Hispanics, general populationDipped, topped or eaten plain, America loves snacks. But new research from Mintel shows that not all Americans snack the same. Hispanics, the fastest growing population in the US, differ significantly in their snacking habits.Mintel’s exclusive consumer survey reveals that Hispanic adults are…
Mintel expects energy drink buzz to spill over into food, snacks and candyAnyone who’s been to a convenience store, sporting event or bar lately knows—energy drinks are hot. Mintel’s latest report on energy drinks values the retail market at $4.8 billion, a growth of over 400% from 2003.Mintel sees the…
