The Food Channel has compiled a look
back at the last decade in food, giving a
perspective on the top flavors, biggest
foods, food influences and top food
stories.
“Our chefs and editorial staff
have seen a lot of changes in the last
ten years,” said Kay Logsdon, Managing
Editor of The Food Channel. “Food has
become a story like never before, and
it’s interesting to look back at how its
growth has impacted our society. Over
the last few years, we’ve been able to
visit restaurant after restaurant, attend
the biggest food shows, and try new
products, giving our editors a first-hand
look at what’s been happening with
food.”
According to foodchannel.com editors,
the biggest trends of the last decade
(2000-2009) include-
TOP TEN TRENDS OVERALL
- Sushi
- Bacon
- Cupcakes
- Sliders
- Gourmet Burgers made with Kobe or
Angus Beef
- Superfruits such as Acai,
Pomegranate and Blueberry
- Oils, such as olive oils and truffle oils
- Whole grains, such as Kashi,
polenta, risotto
- Artisan foods, particularly in breads,
cheeses and dark chocolates
- Coffees, teas
DECADE’S TOP FLAVORS
- Pomegranate
- Wasabi
- Cranberry
- Ginger
- Blueberry
- Hibiscus
- Bacon
- Green tea
- Dark Chocolate
- Mint
TOP TEN FOOD INFLUENCERS OF THE
DECADE
- Organic foods, along with Locavore and
Community Supported Agriculture
- International Cuisines
- Food TV and Internet
- Food Safety
- The Economy and subsequent shift to
home cooking
- Fast casual restaurant concepts
- Fair trade and Artisan concepts in
bread, chocolates, cheeses
- Mobility/Social Media/Twitter
notifi cations/Underground dining
- Mixology
- Culinary education
DECADE’S TOP RECIPES
-
Macaroni and Cheese
- Bread Pudding
- Risotto
- Biscotti
- Ceviche
- Deep Fried Turkey
- Crème Brulee
- Bruschetta
- Tilapia
- Guacamole
Logsdon emphasized that all of the lists
are compiled as opinion, and are not
necessarily based in scientific evidence.
“We did this to create dinner table
conversation as much as anything,” she
said. “Food is a natural meeting place,
regardless of your political, religious or
personal preferences-you can always
talk about food.”
As seen in AZ Weekly |
