Datassential Predicts 2027 Food and Beverage Trends, Highlighting CDMX Cuisine and Reinvented Classics
Event summary
- Datassential released its 2027 Trends Report on October 7, 2026, predicting emerging food, flavor, and beverage trends.
- 75% of consumers are looking forward to new food and beverage trends in 2027.
- CDMX (Mexico City) cuisine is identified as the next big trend, with 58% of U.S. consumers interested in trying it.
- Late-stage concepts like banana, anchovy, mango, deli salads, and the old fashioned are making a comeback with new applications.
- New Classics for 2027 include whipped feta, chili crisp, sticky toffee pudding, hibiscus, and dirty soda.
The big picture
Datassential's 2027 Trends Report underscores the dynamic nature of the food and beverage industry, where trends often start on restaurant menus before reaching retail shelves. The report highlights the strategic importance of identifying and leveraging emerging trends for both manufacturers and operators. With 70% of consumers optimistic about the year ahead, the industry is poised for innovation, and Datassential's AI-powered growth forecasts aim to provide a competitive edge.
What we're watching
- Menu Innovation
- How reinvented classics like banana and deli salads will be leveraged by operators to drive menu differentiation.
- Regional Cuisine Growth
- Whether CDMX cuisine can sustain its momentum as younger generations gain purchasing power.
- Trend Adoption Pace
- The pace at which emerging trends like buldak and falooda will move from restaurant menus to grocery shelves.