I recently had some kitchen conversations (via web chat) about food trends with Land O’Lakes and some lovely fellow food bloggers. It was a diverse group of foodies and so interesting to see their food trend picks for 2013. I have never been trendy in any sense but it always fascinates me to see all the trends of today, especially in food.
Ree, The Pioneer Woman, was first to share her food trend — MEATBALLS! I immediately laughed, not at her food trend, but because I have never made them and all I could imagine were mine tasting like meatloaf. She was quick to comfort my fears though.
- What does A Spicy Perspective foresee? – Comfort Food Gone Global I’m all about comfort food!!
- A Farmgirl’s Dabbles sees Whole Grains taking over your pantry. We have even incorporated more whole grains ourselves!
- The Little Kitchen sees Asian Influences taking the world by storm!
- Two Peas and Their Pod is all about POPCORN! Gourmet popcorn with your own creative spins on them like twix caramel. *drool*
I don’t know what the food trends will be all over this world but I do know what they’ll be here in the Falcon household, and that’s healthier dinners. As a beef eating, ranch family, we don’t exactly eat just real healthy you know? If you’ve been following along, then you’ve seen how we’ve been incorporating more Land O’Lakes Saute Express instead of gobs of butter like we’d normally do. Don’t get me wrong, we will still keep our fridge stocked with regular butter for baking, breads, etc but when we can use something low calorie that has butter, concentrated flavors, and olive oil in it to cook our dinners with, we will.
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Leave a comment below telling me what food trends you see for 2013.
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I think it will go towards gluten free.
I don’t keep up with food trends, honestly. That said, my Facebook feed makes me believe that the newest trend is going to be going healthier whether that’s Paleo or just eating clean.
I would say game meat…venison maybe or other game meats. I use venison a lot so it would be great for it to be a food trend and I am not the odd parent out when kids friends come over..
Oh, it will be all about the Mediterranean diet..I see it now. :)
I think the trend will be more grilled or vegan foods.
I think the newest food trend will be adding nutrients and vitamins to everything.. Including junk food.
Our home food trend is gluten free and experimenting with other meats like bison, lamb, and duck. And adding fresh garden veggies my 4 year old niece and I raise in her solarium.
I think the trend is going to be to eat healthier in 2013
I’m not really a trend person especially when it comes to food. For me and my family it will be healthy. Oh, and I see a slow cooker in my near future ;) can’t wait to have one!
I see several posts (hashtags actually!) on fb about eating healthy….”clean” eating, etc. Now i know what healthy is…however, i’m just a country gal (halfway over the hump to “40”) from KY that learned to cook from my GREAT-GRANDMOTHER!!! So it’s all about fried chicken, pones of cornbread from HER iron skillet, sweet tea and Sunday dinners! I’ll never be one to follow trends! :) I’d rather keep it real with recipes passed down from her! <3
I think the coming trend is toward lighter, vegetable based foods and more fruit, less sugar
Quinoa, Mediteranian Diet
My trend is following the Mediterrainean Diet. Hopefully, my family will all be healthier. The other great trend is consumers are paying much more attention to what is in the food they are eating.
I think almond is going to sweep the nation — almond milk, almond desserts, etc.
I have noticed that my friends are trending to roasting a variety of vegies or grilling them. One of my favorite is roasted Kale chips with BBQ sliders. My man even likes them – now thats a big deal!
I think it will be eating healthier, being more fruits and veggies, less sugar. We love to grill, plus adding in the veggies makes it even better!
I see more Paleo inspired trends in 2013.
I THINK EATING HEALTHIER WILL BECOME A TREND
Not sure that I know that much about “food trends” but I do think that it might be leaning towards a healthier diet…..less fat, less fried…..more fresh veggies, fresh fruit. Love this site!
I am thinking it will be a trend of even less processed foods and lower sugar.
I see more of a movement toward comfort and real foods as well. Gourmet meals are fun to browse on Pinterest and elsewhere, but who really has the time to prepare them these days?
I think that vegetables roasted in butter might be a trend.
With the increasing cost of meat, and with a possible shortage of USDA inspectors due to the sequestration, I think the focus will be on more vegetarian recipes or vegetable-based meals with little meat.
I see more and more “make at home” vs off the shelf items – whether it’s bread or beans or sauces and soups.
Paleo seems to be really big this year!
I think plant based meals and reducing meat in receipes will be a big trend this year. Especially if the sequestor impacts the USDA inspectors.
I don’t know what the trend will be, but I’m sure it will contain bacon ;).
I can’t speak for everyone but around here we’re all working gals and quick and easy is what it’s all about. With Pintrest and all the recipes adapted for slow cookers/crock pots I can really see a trend toward one dish meals that are ready when everyone gets home from school or work at their different times.
Kale and Quinoa
I think people growing, cooking and eating their own food is the next food trend.
I don’t really follow food trends. We’re a family of picky eaters, so I stick with what I know. That being said, it seems like there’s something new coming up every day. Fat-free, sugar-free, gluten-free, nitrate-free, organic, etc. There really isn’t much left, except maybe dye-free.
I dont know maybe, pies on a stick.
I see food going GMO and gluten free. Perhaps it’s because our house is going gluten-free and taking note on all the GMO foods. I also see more going towards the fresh produce and less pre packaged food items.
I think a food trend for this year will continue to be greek yogurt
I think it will be more vegan.
I think as we move into the spring and summer the food trend will move more toward grilling. Especially grilled veggies. I have a list of things I want to try, I’m just waiting for the weather to warm up and allow the grill to come out.
I think it will be home raised, either produce or meat or eggs or milk.
I have read about a few different things, the mediterranean diet came up in a conversation; vegan has been on a lot of posts lately, etc. I think the trend will be more towards healthier eating lifestyle, in whatever form that takes.
Home grown vegetables, whether in a small garden, or in containers or even in an Aero Garden. I have been using swiss chard (grows all year here in Texas) green onion tops, herbs, etc. You know where they are grown and usually have more than enough to share. I mix my veggies and herbs in with the flower borders. Plus I hooked up a white pvc pipe to the overflow faucet to the a/c and capuure the water it pulls out of the house, into a 30 gallon garbage can. Use this to fill bird baths, water container plants etc.
That’s awesome June! I know a couple of locals who do something similar as well. :)
I see more ‘clean’ eating. Using products that are less refined. This is what we do in our house.
I really don’t keep up with food trends, but I am seeing a lot of different popcorn. Maybe healthier eating……..
I think the new trend will be more use of “homegrown” foods and herbs. More natural products, people want to know more today what is in their food that is making or not making them healthy.
Organic and even prices dropping because of the demand. At home it is more of a cooking trend, we are definitely buying more fresh, green veggies and steaming them. Our house stays warm without the heater running hope we can keep up the cooking trend during the TX summer.
Definitely gluten-free will continue and more healthy foods.
the catch phrase i’m seeing a lot of lately is “clean” eating…hopefully the trend will be less processed and less sugar in this world.
I’m not really into trends, but with everything I’ve been seeing I think there is a big push towards clean eating
I am going the vegan route!
Yay! Good for you. (I’m vegan, too!)
I love fish! There’s a whold ocean of it out there. I hope to find more recipes for fish in 2013.
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Boy does that look good! Going to be on my table soon!
As for an upcoming trend — I’m thinking the meals in muffin tins is going to be getting bigger. So convenient to make up portions and freeze. A tray of protein – a tray of veggies – a tray of desserts — freeze ’em up and can grab what you need very easily.
Now, I’m off to get on that dreaded treadmill…….
I think the trend is going toward home grown. Veggies, meat, eggs, etc…
I think the food trends are going gluten free and organic…
I think casseroles are coming back. With hectic schedules and bigger families, casseroles are just so easy. I would sure use this pan for baking and casseroles.
I think there may be some new whole grains…like quinoa was all the rage, maybe a new one will show up! Thanks for a great giveaway! :)
I see a trend towards cutting out carbs. I’m not a fan of this trend, though!
i think that healthy comfort food will always be popular – how to take things like mac and cheese and make them guilt-free. but kale, kale is popular right now, for a good reason! and greek yogurt. where have you been all my life?
Don’t follow food trends but I see it being healthier foods & less processed foods.
I see home gardens continuing to be huge, and still growing movement. So, fresh, in-season ingredients for cooking. Sounds like a fun chat!
i dont really know much about food trends but i hope the new trends are jam packed with flavor!
It seems like the gluten free trend has taken over the lives of many of my friends.
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I think the gluten free will still be big, just being healthy in general. Unless its Icecream!
I think people are just going to get back to the basics and not eat any of that processed food!!
Food trends for our household will be trying to combine the tastes of a 4 year old, 2 year old, 5 month old, and a husband, all while making it healthy and fast! Brilliant!! :)
I see more food chains embracing and promoting healthier choices and gluten free!
I hope food trends will show an increase of healthful, natural, homegrown foods.
Going local instead of global, focusing on incorporating locally grown veggies, beef, herbs, eggs; supporting your local economy. Food trends – roasted veggies of all types with exotic seasonings.
I like the trend I’m seeing lately toward homemade foods, whether it be homemade versions of cake mix or Girl Scout cookies, or learning to make things like yogurt.
I thnk grass fed beef & pastured butter will be trends this year.
I think eating local will still be a big trend. I hope so; our farmer’s market is wonderful!
More Tapas – It seems that everyone I know is making Tapas plates or smaller style plates for dinner type parties.
the trends will be more health conscience diets with more natural ingredients
I’m thinking farmer’s markets – I think the produce is much better when you buy from there
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Lots more greens!
I see more vegetarian dishes being spotlighted .. as much as I love veggies i don’t think I could cut out meat altogether ..
I also think more people will cook homemade/from scratch since it’s usually cheaper..thank you.
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I am not a foodie… I’m not sure what trends are popping up. Whenever I see something I love, I’m usually WAY late to the party!
I think that whole grains and more natural is definitely going to be the food trend this year, Oh yeah…and chocolate of course!! :)
i think more veggies less meat
Pies, Pies and more pies. I see Pies everywhere I go on the net; which is fortunate because I like them and like getting new ideas about baking them.
I think the trend will continue towards more healthy food.
I foresee a trend to more slow food- locally sourced, seasonal, simple fresh food. Organics may continue to gain popularity as they become more available and affordable. The buzzword- LOCAVORE, someone who eats food grown/produced within a 50mile radius of their home
No grains, starches, low fructose/sugar. That is really important for health and low inflammation. We try to eat this way and feel abot better.
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casseroles and oven roasted meal can be healthy foods.
Just need a little planing I should listen to my self?
I think pie pops will be big.
I see people trying new vegetables, cooking them in healthy ways and increasing their spot on the dinner plate. There are so many new choices in the markets now so I just see more in the future! It’s so much fun to try to guess at what’s ahead!
Cauliflower – roasted, salads and soups
I see the raw food diet taking more and more gains in home meals. I also see less and less meat being used in meals as a trend, as meat prices continue to go up.
I see smaller servings and people being more mindful of eating more vegetables. I also see slow cookers/pressure cookers really making a comeback and all the great recipes that go with them.
I hear cauliflower is the trendy vegetable of 2013, which is great because I love cauliflower!
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I think gluten free will still be going strong.
I see a trend to more home cooking like casseroles.
I have noticed lots of new cooking methods like using flash freezing and torching.
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New trend will be organic everything! And little foods on a stick… xo
I’ve never made meatballs either, but now it’s on my to-try list. I think a general food trend is just more home baking and less eating out. Healthy, organic, local are definitely here to stay.
I think it will be a big year for quinoa and healthier non-rice options.
I think eating healthier will always be a food trend….but rich and luxurious foods will always be there when we need a treat or for special occasions.
I think we’re going to continue seeing slow cooker recipes, but a lot more organic and vegetarian recipes.
I think that the trends are going toward making more things homemade. Thanks for the chance to enter.
I see a lot of people going for more “clean” foods … more whole, local foods instead of overprocessed junk.
I think the “real food” rage will continue to grow. I also think cooking from scratch will make a comeback. We’re all starting to wonder exactly what’s in those convenience foods that we’ve relied on for years. With food prices rising, it’ll also be beneficial to cook from scratch and save money.
Food trends…seems like everybody I know is going gluten free, whether they are sensitive/Celiac’s or not. I think it’s odd, but hey…to each their own.
I think food trends are leaning towards whole grains and a larger variety of them! Personally, the food trend in our home is me learning to cook for 2 or 3 instead of 5!!! The adjustment is taking time!!
Hi, Lori! What a fun conversation that must have been – you were talking with some of my favorite bloggers! :)
I’m not sure what the global “next new thing” is, but I do have a feeling it will continue to trend toward healthier, less processed foods. I think our awareness of how little we know about the checmicals the food industry uses is growing, and changing our idea of “healthy food”.
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Food Trend for 2013 – chia seeds in all kinds of products
I see more people going gluten free. Many people are finding out the they are gluten intolerant and a lot of restaurants now offer gluten free choices.
Eating fresh & portion control.
Food trend = gluten free. I’ve seen a lot of people giving up gluten / wheat lately. I’ve been trying it and while not always successful 100%, I’ve cut back and am feeling really good!
I think people are starting to cook fresh vegetables and meats rather than use mixes from packages that have a lot of preservatives and additives.
Everything in the store seems to be Gluten-free and many people I know are trying to maintain that lifestyle. I might have to try it one day!
Here at the Brown household, the trend for 2013 is REAL foods. Trying to cook with only real foods as much as possible and not prepackaged meals. Only will time will tell if we feel healthier and lose weight. We still have to learn to cut down on our portion sizes! That’s the really difficult part.
With price of meat getting so high, I see more and more families going to all veggie meals or adding more beans and rice to make meat go farther.
I think slow cookers are getting more attention right now and more specifically, the prep for a slow cooker meal. Thanks for great articles and recipes. Tracy
I see more healthier foods. More home grown veggies.
Hmmm, wholesome, nutritious food on a budget. And definitely slow cooker and freezer meals.
I see comfort food making a comeback in fancy restaurants. I also see more people eating seasonally.
I think the Paleo way of eating will continue to gain popularity.
I can see organic foods becoming more popular as well as the raw food diet. Thanks!
It’s a toss up between gluten free and Paleo, I think.
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i see more fish dishes cause they are good for the heart
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Healthier foods including more vegetables and non fried foods. Less sugar.
In our house, I do my best to keep up with the food trends my five year old decides on (seemingly at random!). One minute it’s broccoli, so I buy enormous amounts of broccoli. Surprise, next day he hates broccoli. Global food trends are beyond my scope!
I see farmer’s markets becoming more of a first choice for fruits and vegetables.
I see more from scratch cooking with real ingredients and not chemical laden ones.
I think the biggest trend is toward eating more whole foods and less processed. We love going to the farmer’s market and also growing our own veggies in our garden. Thanks for the chance!
I’ve sure been seeing Sriracha mentioned alot recently. and, making food that traditionally was considered sweet into a savory offering. Thanks for the giveaway.
amaranth will be the new quinoa
More healthy on the go food and snacks for adults and children
I think we have opposing trends on the one hand eating healthier is growing in popularity while bacon is finding it’s way into every dish imaginable. I would like a trend where bacon becomes healthy.
Food Trucks are the trend here
i think more people will go more healthy
Local food seems to be the trend I am seeing. Most of my friends go to the Farmers market every week instead of buying from the grocery store. I have even started trying to buy my bread locally instead of from big companies!
More people going back to eating normal whole foods/meals.
roasted veggies
more home grown items, since prices are so high