Global Trends Shaping the Future of Flavour Flavour Forecast identifies the top trends and flavours for the year ahead. For 2016 there’s a focus on untapped pulse proteins and discovering new tropical Asian flavours as well as versatile spice blends with good-for-you ingredients and experiencing spicy with tangy. We invite you to explore the tastes of tomorrow today.
Spicy finds a welcome contrast with tangy accents—lime, rice vinegar, yuzu, tamarind, Meyer lemon, cranberry, kumquats and ponzu—to elevate the eating experience. Peruvian Chilies + Lime: Citrus paired with rocoto, ají panca, ají amarillo and more Sambal Sauce: Spicy Southeast Asian sauce made with chilies, rice vinegar, sugar and garlic Sambal Noodles with Prawns and Chinese Broccoli View Recipe More Recipes
Adventurous palates seek flavors from new regions. Two spots in Southeast Asia—Malaysia and the Philippines—offer distinctive ingredients and signature recipes for vibrant fare. Pinoy BBQ from the Philippines: Popular Filipino street food flavoured with soy sauce, lemon, garlic, sugar, pepper and banana ketchup Rendang Curry from Malaysia: Malaysian spice paste with mild heat made from chilies, lemongrass, garlic, ginger, tamarind, coriander, and turmeric Philippines Pinoy Pork BBQ with Green Mango Slaw View Recipe More Recipes Malaysia Rendang Curry View Recipe More Recipes
Alternative "Pulse" Proteins Packed with protein and nutrients, pulses such as dried peas, beans and lentils are elevated when paired with delicious ingredients. Pigeon Peas (called Toor Dal when split) Traditionally paired with cumin and coconut Black Beluga Lentils Uniquely accented with peach and mustard Cranberry Beans (also called Borlotti) Perfectly enhanced with sage and Albariño wine Pickled Peach and Black Beluga Lentil Toasts View Recipe More Recipes
Blends with Benefits Flavourful herbs and spices add everyday versatility to good-for-you ingredients like matcha and chia.. Matcha Green Tea Ginger and citrus balance the slightly bitter notes of matcha Flaxseed Mediterranean herbs invite flax to savoury dishes Chia Seed Chia becomes zesty when combined with citrus, chillie and garlic Turmeric Discover sweet possibilities when turmeric is blended with cocoa, cinnamon and nutmeg Matcha Green Tea Cake with Lemon Meringue Frosting View Recipe More Recipes
Ancestral Flavors Modern dishes reconnect with native ingredients to celebrate food that tastes real, pure and satisfying. Ancient Herbs Rediscover thyme, peppermint, parsley, lavender and rosemary Amaranth An ancient grain of the Aztecs with a nutty, earthy flavour Mezcal Smoky Mexican liquor made from the agave plant Hominy Fritters with Bacon Thyme Dipping Sauce View Recipe More Recipes
Culinary-Infused Sips Three classic culinary techniques provide new tastes and inspiration in the creation of the latest libations. Distinctive browned flavor adds richness Combines tart with spice for zesty results Caramelized sugar note provides depth Roasted Peanut Old Fashioned View Recipe Pickled Watermelon Shrub Cocktail View Recipe Peach and Vanilla Brulee Cocktail View Recipe