Whole Foods Market predicts terroir and Japanese food trends for 2027
What happened
Whole Foods Market unveiled its annual Trends predictions report for 2027. The report identifies several trends set to influence the food landscape, including terroir, Japanese comfort food, food as skincare, and a rise in bitter flavors. The trends council developed these predictions through industry experience and observation of consumer preferences.
From webwire.com
Why it matters
The predictions highlight shifts in consumer preferences that could influence retail sales and supply chains. Specifically, Japanese comfort food is noted as a major market driver for 2027.
Culinary trends are currently blending regional influences involving Japanese and Thai elements.
From webwire.com
Who's involved
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- JapaneseSpeculative
The market could see changes in prices due to the rise of Japanese comfort food as a major 2027 market driver.