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This Is TASTE

331: Dan Frommer

Dec 27, 2023
Dan Frommer, founder and editor in chief of the New Consumer, talks about 2023 consumer trends, big moves in consumer packaged goods and retail, and the future of the food industry. The hosts also discuss their cooking resolutions for 2024, food retail trends in Japan, the use of drug V for weight loss, the impact of TikTok Shop on shopping, challenges and successes in the CPG industry, favorite breakfast foods and desserts, and cooking resolutions for the new year.
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Dan Frommer

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Quick takeaways

  • Many young consumers prefer well-prepared vegetables over fake meat substitutes, indicating room for innovation in the plant-based meat alternatives market.
  • The Japanese market is witnessing a rise in demand for branded and convenient healthier snack options, with products marketed as high in protein and low in carbohydrates.

Deep dives

Growing Interest in Plant-Based Diets

Many young consumers express a desire to eat more plant-based foods. However, when asked about their preferences, they tend to lean towards wanting well-prepared vegetables rather than fake meat substitutes. This shows that there is still room for innovation in the plant-based meat alternatives market, as consumers are looking for more options that simulate the taste and texture of real meat.

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