Taking a regional focus on a more familiar global cuisine, such as Italian, can give people a sense of adventure while at the same time providing authenticity.
As horizons shrunk for consumers in recent years, a yearning for exotic flavors grew. The varied flavors & global heritage of Caribbean cuisine appeals to consumers.
Though consumers seek comfort in the familiar, they're also searching for some novelty. Offering traditional products with a twist appeal to this desire for newness.
Mushrooms are widely known for their earthy and umami-rich flavor, but are fast-growing in popularity for their associated health benefits and meat-like texture.