FOOD & DRINK
Discover the Flavours Shaping 2026 With Bidfood
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Menus across the UK are set to get a bold makeover in 2026, thanks to Bidfood’ s newly unveiled Food and Drink Trends. From adventurous global flavours to comforting, topped-and-loaded favourites, the trends reflect exactly what today’ s diners are craving: excitement, indulgence, and healthier choices that don’ t compromise on taste.
Consumer demand is clear – nearly half of diners want to try the latest food trends when eating out, rising to 65 % among 18- to 39-year-olds. Bidfood’ s 2026 Interactive Guide offers operators an essential toolkit, complete with shoppable features, recipes, research, and on-trend product recommendations to help menus stay ahead of the curve.
This year’ s standout trends include:
• Topped and Loaded – Affordable bases like fries or jacket potatoes stacked with indulgent toppings such as BBQ pulled pork or chicken katsu, giving diners customisable comfort food that looks as good as it tastes.
• Fast-Forward Flavours – Elevating everyday dishes with premium ingredients like hot honey, gochujang, and chilli jam to deliver creativity and quality.
• Sweet Adventures – Global desserts and viral sensations, from Japanese cloud cake to mango bingsu, capturing the thrill of discovery.
• Tea Tonic – A reimagining of Britain’ s favourite drink, with bubble teas and inventive iced blends making waves, especially with younger audiences.
• Whole Lotta Goodness – A push toward wholefoods, lean proteins, and vibrant vegetables, reflecting growing interest in gut health and nutrition.
• Flavours Less Travelled – Spotlighting authentic world cuisines. Korean bibimbap bowls, fragrant Malaysian curries, and South American street-food staples like arepas and ceviche are just some of the dishes set to shine.
Bidfood is helping operators stay one step ahead of evolving tastes and this year’ s trends highlight consumers’ appetite for experimentation, adventure, experience and comfort – creating opportunities for chefs to design exciting menus that showcase premium ingredients.
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