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It’s officially spring! Let’s do some spring cleaning – starting with our snack stash! Time to make room for the latest trending flavors.

Tis the season to try out new seasonings! Here’s the top hot flavors for 2023 that are a must try.

Salty snacks are soo in “season” for 2022.  Convenience Store News reports salty snacks purchases are at an all-time high.  Even as of a year ago, data analytics company IRI reported salty snacks sales totaled $28.3 billion (Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery). As consumers continue to return to the office, and the summer gathering circuit launches, salty snacks are emerging as THE snacking option. Time to spice up your salty snacking selection with classics done to perfection and a sprinkling of trending flavors.

Here are some salty snacks they’re sure to love sodium much.

There’s no denying that Covid has changed how and what food consumers purchase. According to Food manufacturing, 72% of consumers are shopping less often during COVID-19, opting for stocking up. There’s also a move towards online food shopping, with 78.7% of US shoppers purchasing their groceries online, according to Supermarket News. Regardless of how they’re purchasing, online or in stores, and how frequent, we’re seeing two types of consumers emerging — those craving comfort and those drawn towards food’s health benefits.

Knowing and understanding these shifts in cravings can help you to better determine what products to stock and promote. Let’s dive into the types of cravings and what foods consumers desire right now.

While for some, the holidays are over, for football fans the holiday has just begun. Enter the Big Game, the second largest food holiday in the country, taking place February 2, 2020. And guests are bringing their appetites, which can mean big sales for food retailers.

The National Retail Federation (NRF) estimates that Big Game watchers plan to spend $14.8 billion on Big Game celebrations, with 79% of that total dedicated to food and beverages. What goodies will customers stock up on? These stats will give you a pretty good idea.

Snacking is the new meal. 45% of consumers said they eat snacks instead of meals at home, according to the National Confectioners Association.

This isn’t the only fact that will surprise you. Let’s delve into the mini-meals that are having a moment.

Love is in the air! Cupid’s packing his arrows and retailers are stocking their shelves to hit the mark this Valentine’s Day. Even with last year’s challenges, the National Retail Federation (NRF) reported Americans spent $21.8 billion on Valentine’s Day in 2021. While chocolate and candy might make up 54% of gift plans (NRF), competitor analysis company, Competitor Monitor reports “staying in” and “creating an experience” are emerging trends for Valentine’s gifts. Time to think outside the (chocolate) box with exceptional food experiences.

Our expert food matchmakers offer advice sure to get customers’ hearts all aflutter.