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Food Channel Predicts Top Taste Trends for 2009

Posted on December 16th, 2008 11:19am by Nancy Nichols
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Just when you didn’t know what to think, someone tells you what you will be thinking next year. I love it. Read the engaging details of the Food Channel’s list and then let’s make up our own Dallas version. I love snow days!!

Ten Food Trends for 2009 According to Food Channel

1. Home on the Range—Downsized economy breeds new generation of home chefs, more food-savvy than their predecessors
2. Foodie 2.0—Growth of virtual and non-virtual food communities
3. Going, Going Green—Kitchens go eco-conscious
4. Living La Vida Locavore—Eating locally and seasonally, both at home and in restaurants
5. TMI?—Is seeing the calorie count on the menu Too Much Information (TMI), or will it lead to healthier choices?
6. FrankenFood—The rise of bioengineering and genetically modified food; the next evolution of last year’s Functional Food trend
7. Food Philanthropy—Individuals and companies address world hunger
8. Food Insecurity—The call for tighter food controls, after the tomato and jalapeño scares of 2008
9. Brewing Business—Striking a balance when cost is an issue; the divide widens between the exotic and day-to-day food needs
10. Where in the World…—is the next flavor trend coming from? It’s all about globalization and variety

Oh goody, new buzz words. We love FrankenFood but that is sooo 2007. Livin’ La Vida Locavore is pretty good. But where is “Beer is the new wine.” Just a thought.

One Comment to “Food Channel Predicts Top Taste Trends for 2009”

kevin @ December 16th, 2008 at 1:16 pm

I am scared. I will just hide back here behind my camera where it is safe!

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