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For anyone who thinks Indian food in the U.S. stops at tikka masala…time to zoom out and look closer at regional Indian cuisines like Kerala. Rooted in the southwestern state of Kerala, Kerala cuisine is centered around seafood, rice, coconut, veggie-forward dishes, and spices ranging from curry leaves to asafetida and more. And here’s the opportunity: only 10% of U.S. consumers have tried Kerala cuisine, but 39% are interested in trying it. With U.S. operators shining a spotlight on approachable items like Keralan fried chicken and Indian filter coffee (kaapi), there’s plenty of room for broader adoption of this cuisine stateside. With that, Datassential's Trendologists have named Kerala the cuisine to know for the upcoming year in our 2026 Trends Report. 👉 Get your free preview here: https://hubs.la/Q03VtVR20 #kerala #globalcuisine # kaapi #foodtrends #menutrends #2026trends

Datassential’s Winter Trends webinar is now on demand — a must-watch briefing for food & beverage leaders planning menus, marketing, and seasonal promotions! Here are some stats from the session for data-driven ideas you can act on: • 57% of consumers are interested in limited-edition retail items or restaurant specials/LTOs in the winter • Major chains released the most LTOs, new items, and returning items in February 2024, underscoring key timing opportunities for winter promotions • Churro is up 28% on menus over the past four years, and strawberry appeared in 58 winter 2024 LTOs and new/returning items at major chains Watch on demand and share with your team: https://hubs.la/Q03Vr5xf0 Plus, don't miss our 2026 Trends Event, the final episode of the 2025 Simply Smarter series, on Thursday, December 11! Register now: https://hubs.la/Q03Vrcj50 #foodtrends #beveragetrends #wintertrends #seasonaltrends #menuinnovation

Most foodservice suppliers can describe their ideal customer in broad strokes. "Mid-sized chains." "Fast casuals with $2M+ revenue." But when you dig into their CRM, you find duplicate records, inactive locations or data that hasn’t been updated in quarters. Meanwhile, 1.5% of all restaurant locations change every single month. The teams winning right now aren't just defining their ICP — they're feeding it with living, breathing data. It's not about having more data — it's about enriching your data to make it work for you, so that you know: • Who to target • When they're ready to buy • Where your whitespace actually exists Find out how to turn CRM clutter into clear pipelines here: https://hubs.la/Q03VhnZ80 #salesintelligence #GTM #crmenrichment #salesstrategy #idealcustomerprofile #restaurantdata #foodservice

Exploring your next move in food & beverage? Check out our latest F&B Career Spotlight! Browse these openings and share with anyone ready for their next step or simply looking to keep a pulse on the industry. • bp - Category Manager - Dispensed Beverage https://lnkd.in/gR3QFgsk  • Dutch Bros Coffee - Vice President of Digital Marketing https://lnkd.in/g99BUQZX • Chipotle Mexican Grill - Brand Manager, Core Menu https://lnkd.in/gsY5HSrQ • Core-Mark International - Food Service Sales Manager https://lnkd.in/gJaMwURv  • GALLO - Category Insights Manager https://lnkd.in/gmxgydD6  • Good Foods Group, LLC - Consumer Insights Manager https://lnkd.in/gDNX8ndB  • Lactalis USA - Sr. National Sales Manager Sysco & GFS, Foodservice https://lnkd.in/gnaTpj5k  • McCain Foods - Director, Innovation https://lnkd.in/gc995Tu6  • McCormick & Company - Culinary Development Manager https://lnkd.in/gUDm2DbB  • Melitta North America - VP, Sales https://lnkd.in/gPtEm4m4  • Post Consumer Brands - Manager, Commercial Insights & Strategy https://lnkd.in/gF82XdCa  • Rouxbe Online Culinary School - Enterprise Account Manager https://lnkd.in/gyA_eduy  • Sodexo - Director, Global Culinary Marketing https://lnkd.in/g-JyyEW6  • Starbucks - Senior Product Developer, Food R&D https://lnkd.in/g--5gWJx • Taco Bell - Sr. Analyst, Menu Experience https://lnkd.in/gV3tkRz9  • Tampa Maid Foods - Marketing Manager https://lnkd.in/gHDbKh_K  • Tillamook County Creamery Association - Category Insights Manager, Kroger https://lnkd.in/gENras-G  • Unilever - Senior Brand Manager, Condiments Innovation https://lnkd.in/gfRiJzjZ  • US Foods - VP National Sales https://lnkd.in/gjGtkCb9 Want to highlight a role not shown above? Drop it in the comments! And if you’re interested in joining the Datassential team, explore our current openings: https://lnkd.in/gPHSKTxt #foodandbeverage #hiring #datassentialone #jobs

What does “eating well” mean across Europe? It depends where you ask. - In most surveyed countries, “eating well” is first and foremost about quality and freshness — over 70% in the UK, Spain, Italy, and Germany. - France is the exception: Pleasure and taste come first for 62% of consumers (compared with 27% in Germany and a little over 40% in the other countries). - Notions of balanced diet typically come next, ranking second or third depending on the country. These insights come from Datassential’s soon-to-be-released Healthy Eating in Europe report. Check back soon for the full findings. #Datassential #ConsumerInsights #France #UK #Spain #Italy #Germany #Taste #Quality #Freshness #Health #FoodTrends

Heading into 2026, 34% of consumers say that when thinking about their health, it will be important to them to consume more meat. As plant-based meat plateaus and protein continues to trend, animal protein is stepping back into the spotlight. Versatility, familiarity, and “real food” cues are driving this shift — and it’s reshaping menu strategy across both retail and foodservice. This is just one of the major themes from our 2026 Trends Report. 👉 Get your free preview today: https://hubs.la/Q03TTT-N0 #foodtrends #menutrends #foodindustry #foodservice

Heading to Texas for DMA (Distribution Market Advantage, Inc.)'s Fall Conference? If so, say hello to Datassential's Adam Friedman and join our session featuring the latest trends in senior living and healthcare! Reach out to Adam to connect and learn how Datassential's global food and beverage intelligence can help answer your most important business questions. Learn more about DMA and their events here: https://lnkd.in/ggSt3UEP #Datassential #DMAdelivers #foodservice #healthcare #seniorliving

Let’s connect at EXPHOTEL Bordeaux, 23–25 November 2025. Meet Datassential’s Julie FLUKIGER and Amandine Bru to explore growth opportunities tailored to your business and shape your 2026 priorities. Learn more about the show: https://hubs.la/Q03TjWw70 #Datassential #ExpHotel #Bordeaux #Foodservice #FoodIndustry #Hospitality

Are you attending IAAPA Expo next week? If so, say hello to Datassential's Paul Clarke and join our Food Trends 2025 session where Paul will be a panelist sharing the latest food trends in the recreation and attractions industry! Learn more about the event here: https://hubs.la/Q03Tmhnr0 #Datassential #IAAPAExpos #foodtrends

We're excited to attend PLMA - Private Label Manufacturers Association's Show next week in Chicago! If you're heading to the event, say hello to Datassential's Sean Gill, Matt Schreffler, and Josh J Smith, and chat about how our industry-leading food and beverage intelligence can support your business growth. Reach out to book a meeting! And learn more about the event here: https://hubs.la/Q03Tm8Gt0 #Datassential #PLMA #privatelabel