MUNICH — Ahead of iba 2023, set for October 22-26, Karin Tischer, food researcher and founder of food & more, a German food innovation center, spoke with trade fair organizers about emerging food trends from around the world and how attendees can experience them at the show.
Tischer identified four main food trends: digitalization, health orientation with indulgence, news from the Food & Beverage trend booster, and sustainability.
“All four trends play an international role, although the prioritization varies,” Tischer said. “Internationally, indulgence, new flavors and snacks are big topics.”
She discussed each trend individually, noting its impact on the global baking industry.
“Digitalization is on the fast track, including robotics, online ordering and payment solutions,” Tischer shared. “Digital communication has also changed — customers see what they would like to have online, then want to order and pay with their smartphones.”