Grocery Report

There is never a shortage of innovation at the Summer Fancy Food Show, and 2026 was no exception. While new products filled every aisle, one message rang louder than any other: we are still not over protein. If there was any lingering question about whether the protein craze has reached its peak, the answer is […]

For decades, food brands expanded in ways that felt obvious. A yogurt company launched more yogurt. A cereal brand moved into granola. A condiment company stretched into neighboring pantry staples. The logic was simple: stay close to what consumers already trust you for. Categories defined brands, and adjacency determined growth. But something appears to be […]

For years, Erewhon has occupied a category of its own in Los Angeles—a grocery store that has become as much a lifestyle brand as a place to buy food. But a new challenger has arrived in West Hollywood. Enter Laurel Supply, a high-end grocery concept located just two blocks from the recently opened Erewhon West […]

Finding Your Way In As you navigate the dim, labyrinthine parking garage and the vast structure of the Los Angeles Convention Center, the sparse crowds might make you wonder if you’re heading in the right direction. But the moment you step into the main hall, the surge of people and rows of exhibitor booths reveal […]

The 2026 Seafood Expo offered a clear snapshot of an industry rooted in tradition, yet beginning to test the waters of change. For a first-time attendee, one of the most striking impressions was just how deeply heritage shapes the category—both in product and presentation. While this sense of tradition lends credibility, it also creates a […]

Expo West is technically about food—but it’s become just as much about the tote bags. People walk the floor with totes stacked up their arms, doubling back to booths to grab the ones they missed, then later posting full TikTok hauls ranking each one. They hunt for specific designs they’ve spotted along the way, and […]

It’s that time of year again — when pink and red flood the grocery aisles, from bouquets of roses to stacks of strawberries and an endless assortment of chocolate treats. In the past, Valentine’s Day innovation has often meant limited-edition packaging — brands suddenly decked out in hearts — or seasonal flavors, usually chocolate-based. This […]

We just got back from the Winter Fancy Faire Show 2026 in San Diego, and it was the perfect jumpstart to the year—an energizing look at what’s new, what’s next, and what’s shaping the future of CPG. These trends (or predictions) for 2026 are based on what we saw at the show, alongside what we’re […]

As the holidays approach, packaging starts to shift as familiar brands lean into the season. Neutrals give way to reds and greens, and everyday staples quietly transform with festive flavors. This year, holiday-inspired sodas, yogurts, coffee creamers, and snacks are showing up in places you might not expect, turning regular grocery runs into something more […]

Holiday gift giving is focusing on items that are useful, intentional, and well-designed. Food gifts have become a popular choice, especially when brands add seasonal packaging or curated sets. This year’s selection shows how everyday staples can become gifts through limited editions and thoughtful design. Olive Oil Gift Set Graza’s Drizzle and Sizzle Holiday Gift […]