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While eating light is now part of a trendy, healthy lifestyle, it seems Chinese consumers still have their reservations when it comes to light meals (eg congee, sandwiches, salad), with satiation and taste causing the most concern. Indeed, latest research from the world’s leading market intelligence agency…
Protein is an essential macronutrient, but latest research from the world’s leading market intelligence agency Mintel reveals that a staggering 85%* of Indians aren’t able to correctly identify the key sources of proteins. Moreover, a significant number of Indian consumers aren’t fully aware of the actual benefits…
Gone are the days when consumers viewed ice cream as just a summer treat; instead, it is now seen as an indulgent treat that can be eaten year round. Latest research from the world’s leading market intelligence agency Mintel shows that more than half (56%) of urban…
From almond to oat and coconut to pea, plant-based milk alternatives are causing something of a stir, as latest research from Mintel reveals Brits are branching out in their milk tastes. Almost a quarter (23%) of Brits used plant-based milk alternatives in the three months to February…
It seems instant noodles are making their way onto breakfast tables across India as new research from Mintel, the world’s leading market intelligence agency, reveals that almost two in five (38%) Indians have had instant noodles for breakfast in the past three months*. On the other hand,…
Foodservice and food and drink retail trends explore regionalized international flavors, while emerging and increasingly popular ingredients promote relaxation and gut health. IFT19: Visit Mintel at booth #2351 Mintel, the world’s leading market intelligence agency, announced today (June 3) from IFT19 the flavor and…
British consumers are increasingly eating with a conscience as latest research from Mintel reveals that last year the nation spent £8.2 billion on ethical food and drink, including organic, Fairtrade, Rainforest Alliance and Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified products. Over the past five years, sales of ethical food and drink…
Latest research from the world’s leading market intelligence agency Mintel reveals that Asia is home to four out of five of the world’s top innovators in salty snacks. Indeed, Mintel Global New Products Database (GNPD) reveals that China leads in salty snacks innovation, accounting…
China’s on-premise coffee sector has experienced strong growth in recent years, and, according to the latest research from the world’s leading market intelligence agency Mintel, consumers’ love of coffee has seen the overall market value reach an estimated RMB64.7 billion in 2018, growing an impressive 7.5% from…
India enjoys a wide variety of local snacks, be it Gujarat’s dhokla to Ratlam’s sev, Indians simply love their snacks. Indeed, according to new research from the world’s leading market intelligence agency Mintel, three in five (60%) Indian consumers* eat snacks at least twice a day, while…
It seems the traditional three meals a day are facing an evolution in Canada, as new research from Mintel reveals that nearly half (46%) of better-for-you (BFY) snackers* feel that it is healthier to snack throughout the day than to eat three large meals. In need of…
Chinese consumers love their tea shops and it seems that no shopping trip is complete without a visit. But while the nation still has an insatiable appetite for tea shops, growth in the sector is set to slow, according to latest research from world’s leading market intelligence…