Written By Guest Writer Edibles / Sponsored / The Big Picture Jan 10, 2018 New Year, New Trends! Our 2018 Predictions SHARE VIA: Facebook Twitter PinterestFrom working closely with hundreds of chefs and restaurants across North America over the past 6 years, there’s no doubt that we pick up a thing or two when it comes to new trends in the food industry. From Sea algae, sipping broths & plantable packaging, we’re continuing our annual tradition of predictions for what will be hot and sought both in and out of the kitchen this year. How many of our trend picks will you try?Beyond High Tea Whether you find comfort in a bowl of your favourite savoury ice cream or a mug of your usual steamy flavoured tea, just wait until you can scoop and lick a cone of matcha or green tea ice cream! Still prefer a hot cuppa? Soothe your soul and your senses with delicious sipping broths instead! Made with fresh vegetables, herbs and spices, these broths taste like a soup but are stirred in hot water from a steepable bag.Photo Credit: Better than Bouillon Under the Sea, From the Sea This year, we can look starboard to the sea-to-table movement! Because a happy ocean means a happy environment, there’s going to be a heavier concentration on supplies from local fisheries with a sustainability-first strategy for creating seafood options for restaurants and foodservice communities. Plus, making waves in the wellness department, we’re going to be seeing a lot more sea algae coming to the centre of the plate, or your coffee shop latte. High in protein, potassium, zinc, iron and calcium, look for this old/new superfood in a dish or drink near you!Photo Credit: Signs of the Times Gluten-Free Gadget Nima uses anti-body-based chemistry to test samples of food for the proteins found in gluten. Now gluten-sensitive people can dine confidently and deliciously.Photo Credit: Nima Going Nuts We are nutty for dairy alternatives like cheeze, mylk, and yogurt that use nut-like cashews and almonds.Photo credit: Zengarry Fauxmagerie Fruit is the New ConeFrom a mountain of scoops piled high in a cotton candy cone to being infused with the darkness of charcoal, ice cream is the colourful dessert that will always have its moment, especially for the ‘gram. In 2018, we’ll see sweet swirls served in watermelon, pineapple, mango or any other fruit that can act as a vessel for that perfect shot.Photo Credit: The Urbanlist From Seeds to the Sky We’re re-thinking the way we grow our food by expanding beyond a field tended by a farmer. The new year will take crops to the sky with vertical farming, integrate seeds into paper with plantable packaging and let chefs grow their herbs in-house with restaurant microgardens.Photo Credit: Fresh Produce Group Handheld Foods Get ready to get your hands dirty as you indulge in the hottest new global cuisines hitting the streets. From the taco-sandwich hybrid, arepas, and sizzling egg crepes to dessert bao buns, you’ll have your hands full with their high-flavour and deliciousness. Flavours of East Africa From Nazareth in Toronto to Au Coin Berbere in Montreal, we continue to see East African-inspired restaurants grow in popularity throughout Canada. Next time you head out for dinner, take your taste buds on a journey through East Africa and enjoy signature seasonings, BBQ marinades and sauces of Tanzania and Ethiopia. About the AuthorMarian Staresinic is the Vice President of Branding and Buzzing and takes lead on all things food & beverage. She has been in the food business her whole career, beginning at Stratford Chefs School then as a restaurant and cooking school owner, celebrity chef talent manager, AGA Cooker Brand Manager, food editor and the founder of a Slow Food chapter. About Branding & BuzzingBranding & Buzzing is a modern food marketing agency that brings the buzz to their clients through engaging consumer conversations, marketing campaigns, social media and real-life experiences that are inspirational, memorable and, most importantly, brand-driven. For more information, visit brandingandbuzzing.com.Want to get your brand trending? Contact:Marian StaresinicVice-President, Branding & Buzzing416-550-5634marian@brandingandbuzzing.com SHARE VIA: Facebook Twitter Pinterest Written By: Guest Writer We get many people writing guest articles for us, as well as past contributors. This is the Guest ... 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