Food trends are always a hot topic and there have been a number of trends and shifts that have occurred in the catering industry and the food industry as a whole in 2024. This article provides insights into the food catering industry in 2024 as well as trends in food & eating/spending habits. From sustainability, vegetarian and vegan options to sustainable sourcing and packaging - we have it all covered here.
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Sustainability & Responsible Sourcing of Ingredients
Sustainability is still a highly important topic across many industries and sectors with the food and catering industry being no exception. Packing remains the highest area of interest for sustainability in the food catering sector, with many companies looking to reduce or eliminate materials such as single-use plastics and improve packaging by making the packaging completely recyclable.
Sustainable sourcing has been a highly important aspect of the food industry for many years and is still as important as ever. Sustainable sourcing is working to ensure that ingredients that are used in the food production process are selected with more than just economic considerations in mind. The ingredients that are sourced as well as those who produce them are extremely important in reducing the environmental impact of the food we eat. This is set to continue to be an important trend moving into the future for the global market.
We regularly review our packaging and source the most responsible, highest-quality ingredients. All of our packaging and processes are fully scrutinised to be as sustainable as possible.
World Inspiration & Varied Dietary Requirements
Food trends tend to change but there is a huge variety of cuisines available from around the world available to enjoy. This also provides intricate variation in foods that can be offered at events and this naturally ties in well with varied dietary requirements. Vegan and vegetarian diets are more popular than ever and it’s highly important to cater for other dietary requirements.
Gluten-free products and ingredients are being improved to replicate gluten-containing ingredients and there have been major advancements in vegetarian and vegan products. As continued love for world cuisine grows - these cultures become more mainstream which allows innovative adaptations of these classic recipes into modern dining and catering. Korean, West African, Turkish and Moroccan cuisines have been at the forefront of interest in the major shift in global food trends over the last few years.
Showcasing Organic Ingredients
Initiatives such as farm-to-table and other restaurant concepts emphasise a focus on local and organic ingredients. This has been reflected in global food trends with high-quality ingredients being highly important. Organic and healthier food options have seen a huge surge in popularity in the food industry and this is shaping how restaurants, food professionals and producers/manufacturers approach their menus and recipes. Organic is often used as a buzzword but has become a highly important aspect of consumers’ attitudes towards food. With a number of high-quality ingredients available, you don’t have to sacrifice quality to create delicious, healthy, and balanced meals.
At Love Food, we are the leading provider of office lunch catering in London. We regularly work to review the sustainability of our processes and regularly update our recipes and ingredients to match global food trends. Get in touch to find out more or order online today.