Trendspotting: It's that most wonderful time of the year, with the most wonderful snacks

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 Trendspotting in 2023: Be Kind, help others and have fun this Christmas

Proceeds from the Kind x Little Words Project Live Kind bracelet bundle go to FoodCorps; 10p from the sale of every Pukka Christmas Dinner pie goes to the Trussell Trust; Christmas pud is still on the menu for the majority of Brits; the Cookie Shot ‘glass’ by Nestlé Toll House takes the party up a notch; and Nando’s Pastel de Nata are a great alternative to mince pies. Read more

 Trendspotting in 2023: Christmas collabs, seasonal sweepstakes and limited edition treats

Oreo is encouraging fans to deck the halls early, Hot Pockets is offering a sizzling cash reward, EggoVac has launched a first-of-its-kind waffle-inspired robotic vacuum, while Doritos has introduced the world’s first ‘crunch-cancelling’ tech that lets PC gamers enjoy their favourite snacks without distracting other players. Read more

 Trendspotting in 2023: A feast of plant-based options, from mousses to pizzas and protein bars

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 Trendspotting in 2023: Belly benefitting snacks, Bircher muesli, BBQ chicken breast & bone broth chips, Oktoberfest beer and superfood baking kits

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 Trendspotting in 2023: From wine-infused crackers to the ultimate lunch delivery kit for kids and Middle Eastern baking kits

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 Trendspotting in 2023: Nostalgia makes a comeback with cotton candy-flavoured Oreos and Pop-Tarts in 1960s packaging

Also hot with consumers is better-for-you snacking - maintaining indulgence without the guilt - especially if its better-for-the-environment too. Read more

 Trendspotting for professionals: From a sweet protein derived from truffles to enriched barley flour and next-gen compostable packaging

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 Trendspotting in 2023: From upcycled ‘ugly’ fruit snacks to a fudgy brownie mix for the professional bakery market

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 Trendspotting in 2023: From a food-as-medicine Superloaf to a vegan Confetti Traybake especially for Allergy Awareness Week

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 Trendspotting in 2023: From the first-ever cereal made with upcycled oat protein to a 100% plant-based pork pie

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