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Key Insights From Our Spring 2026 Seasonwatching Report

As we wind down on Spring days, and looking optimistically(!) towards Summer forecasts - the TFP team has been busy deep-diving All Things Spring to bring you all the newest and most exciting trends this season; think flavours, ingredients, drinks, puddings and more! ...

Key Insights From Our Blouge Wine Drinkswatching Report

It's that time of day (wine o'clock!), but you can't decide whether to indulge in a glass of white or red? What if you didn't have to choose?! Enter, 'blouge wine'…...

Key Insights From Our Condiments, Sauces & Seasonings 2026 Categorywatching Report

Fire up the grill… and don't forget the dips and sauces! As BBQ weather (finally) approaches, it's perfect timing for our latest deep-dive on condiments, sauces & seasonings...

Key Insights From Our Fricy Foodwatching Report

If you thought that flavour lines couldn't blur any more, then guess again! Because it's time to meet 'Fricy', aka fruity + spicy!...

Key Insights From Our Lychee Martini Drinkswatching Report

This one is for retro cocktail lovers! Because an infamous 90s staple has found its way back onto mixology menus – enter, the Lychee Martini! ...

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