In this special episode of The World of Taste & Smell, World Taste & Smell Association's Mindy Yang and Stephanie Feuer sit down with Maeve Webster andMIKE KOSTYO of Menu Matters to unpack the biggest takeaways from the 2025 Fancy Food Show. From standout flavors and clever packaging to cultural shifts and industry buzz, they explore what’s real, what’s performative, and what these trends reveal about where consumers’ hearts, wallets, and appetites are heading.

p.s. Don't miss a special World Taste & Smell Day episode on multisensory eating with this incredible team from Menu Matters — dropping September 14.

Show Notes

First impressions from the 2025 Fancy Food Show floor
Top 3 standout products and “wow” moments
Flavor trends: global influences, nostalgia, indulgence, and wellness
Ingredient heroes & villains: what’s hot, what’s over
Behind the booths: what brands got right (and wrong) in their pitches
Industry insights: optimism, anxiety, and the future of F+B innovation
Rapid fire favorites

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