Puratos: 8 x Cocktail Flavored Patisserie

September 1, 2021 Puratos Taste Tomorrow

Which specific cocktail flavours are trending depends on the season. In the summertime, the margarita and Aperol spritz are popular, while in the colder months we see a rise in coffee-based cocktails flavours like espresso martini or Irish coffee. Get inspired by these eight types of cocktail flavoured cakes, treats and pastries. 

Permissible Indulgence: These 5 Plant-Based Brands Make Guilt-Free Snacks

August 26, 2021 Puratos Taste Tomorrow

. Vegan treats are in fact the second most discussed patisserie topic online. Check out these five inspiring concepts that make plant-based pastries the perfect treats for guilt-free snacking.

How To Future-Proof Your Business With a Plant-Based Product Range

August 17, 2021 Puratos Taste Tomorrow

As the demand for plant-based food products is growing steadily, more and more food companies are looking for ways to add more plant-based products to their offering. What challenges do companies face in veganising their product range and how can they overcome them? We asked Martine van Haperen, product developer at ProVeg, who has helped many companies in this journey. 

6 Bakery and Patisserie Businesses That Tap Into #Eatertainment Trend

August 2, 2021 Puratos Taste Tomorrow

Banana bread, focaccia, cookies and sourdough bread: we’ve seen a boom in home baking since last year. 55% to 82% of consumers worldwide tried home baking during the lockdowns and most of them say they will continue to bake post-Covid. People see baking as a hobby: it brings them joy to experiment in the kitchen and make their own bread and pastry. Preparing food becomes a form of entertainment and a way to connect with like-minded people, hence the term #eatertainment and the growing popularity of this hashtag online.

Will Food Become Healthier in 2030? Consumer Expectations for the New Normal

June 10, 2021 Puratos Taste Tomorrow

73% of consumers worldwide state depression and mental health have a moderate to severe impact on their everyday life right now. A further 60% say their household income has been impacted by the Covid-19 crisis. Consumer resiliency is stretched to the max in these unparalleled times, which is causing stress and anxiety. It will come as no surprise that the pandemic has added new dimensions to consumer expectations of health, food and the foodservice industry.