Despite a rising interest in healthy eating, it seems that the British simply can’t turn down the offer of a delicious pud. Latest research from MINTEL shows that sales of chilled desserts like cream cakes, cheesecakes and trifle have increased by a sweet 40% since 2001, to reach just over…
Coffee makers market is full of beans!Latest research from MINTEL sees the rise of cafe culture sending British kitchens into a spin, as sales of coffee machines go through the roof. Sales of coffee makers are steaming ahead, with the number of machines sold more than doubling from 520,000 in…
New Mintel Report Shows Five-Year Market Boom Raises Smoothie Market Sales by More than 80 PercentWith on-the-go dining and snacking moving to the American meal forefront, the U.S. smoothie market has been flooded with consumers looking for a quick portable meal alternative. Last year, smoothie makers raked in more than…
It is that time of year again, when we all promise to lose those excess Christmas pounds and resolve to lead a virtuous life from here on in. But latest research from MINTEL finds that we are not turning to ‘slimming foods’ to trim down. In fact, the market for…
Having resolved to have a healthy 2007 after the excesses of the festive season, many of you may well be reaching for a smoothie to kick start the new regime. And it seems that you won’t be alone, as latest research from MINTEL finds that over the past five years…
New Mintel Report Shows Imported Beer, Spirits and Wine Chipping Away at Sales Chicago (December 19, 2006)- Domestic beer is losing its brew bragging rights, according to a new Mintel report. With sales estimated to reach $90.3 billion by year’s end, the category is facing strong competition from other alcoholic…
Nuts, seeds and dried fruit have for many years been palmed off as ‘hippy health foods’. Today, however, latest research from MINTEL finds sales of these guilt-free snacks set to crash through the £0.5 billion mark by the end of the year, following 50% growth since 2001. But it is…
Chicago (November 21, 2006)- Fruits are warming soup offerings on fine dining menus. According to Mintel, traditional vegetable soup flavors are feeling the heat from more experimental fruit combinations and flavor creations. Fruit was once reserved for chilled appetizers or refreshing dessert soups. Now, chefs are experimenting with them as…
Latest research from MINTEL finds the move towards buying ethical foods is more than just a flash in the pan. British shoppers are set to spend over £2 billion on ethical foods this year alone, up by a massive 62% since 2002. People in Britain today are clearly moving towards…
Latest research from MINTEL sees Britain turning into a nation of Jane Ashers and Nigellas as Brits demand a slice of the home baking action. In the last five years alone sales of home baking products have risen by a massive 25% to reach £429 million this year. What is…
Organic Baby and Toddler-Focused Food Products Show Possible Signs of Sales Relief in Declining MarketChicago (October 26, 2006)— According to a new Mintel report, the baby food and drink market is forecast to increase modestly over the next five years. The market, estimated this year at $3.5 billion, is predicted…
Today, more British consumers than ever before are enjoying their full English breakfasts with a clear conscience. Latest research from MINTEL finds the popularity of cheap battery eggs starting to crack, as consumers scramble for ever more boxes of free-range, barn and organic eggs. With their own health as well…
