Olivia Sant' Angelo

Innova Market Insights looks at new product introductions in the side dishes or accompaniments sector.

With the ongoing cutbacks in eating out, dining in is playing an increasingly important role in our eating habits, with ongoing demand for restaurant-style foods that are ready prepared or easy to construct from a limited range of components.

What we eat for breakfast varies markedly in different cultures around the world, but often includes carbohydrates such as cereals, rice or bread and bakery products, fruit and vegetables, protein — such as meat, fish, eggs or dairy products — and hot or cold beverages.

New launch activity in ready-meals category addresses nutrition and quality trends.

Consumers continue to demand positive value, quality and health benefits when it comes to the protein products they purchase for their families.