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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Oktoberfest: More organic at the Wiesn – but not with the favorite dish

At Oktoberfest, there is a growing focus on organic food, although this trend has not yet reached the festival's most popular dish.

Feb 27 • 11:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Cheap, plentiful, and very viral… The "crousty", this new street food phenomenon that is crazy for the TikTok generation

The 'crousty' is a new viral street food trend in Paris, combining rice, crispy fried chicken, and choice of sauce, attracting the attention of the TikTok generation.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Beef eaters are going viral with 'boy kibble,' here's why the trend alarms some nutritionists

The 'boy kibble' trend, involving men consuming a simple mix of beef and rice, has gained viral popularity, raising concerns among nutritionists about its health implications.

Feb 26 • 17:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Is there any sense in this health trend? Straight talk from an expert: 'Cool your jets'

An expert challenges the logic behind a recent health food trend gaining popularity in Finland.

Feb 25 • 09:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Jet-black café trend sweeps America as experts share health benefits behind the hype

The trend of incorporating black sesame into various food and beverage items is rapidly gaining popularity in America, driven by its unique flavor and health benefits.

Feb 22 • 15:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Nostalgic Products from the Past Returned to Sale – 80s and 90s Nostalgia is Now a Big Thing

Finnish retailer K-ryhmä has reintroduced nostalgic snacks and drinks from the 80s and 90s, highlighting a trend in consumer nostalgia.

Feb 20 • 18:15 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Tête: The Lebanese food is 'sharing food' in the truest sense

Dagens Nyheter reviews Tête, a Lebanese restaurant in Stockholm, highlighting the authenticity and communal nature of its cuisine amidst a trend of diluted Middle Eastern mezze offerings.

Feb 20 • 14:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Calling meat protein is the murder of pleasure in food

The article critiques the trend of labeling meat merely as 'protein', arguing that it diminishes the enjoyment of eating.

Feb 19 • 17:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This health food is worth eating every day - 'It's great that the trend is spreading'

Finnish influencers have sparked a rising interest in fermented cabbage, particularly sauerkraut, for its health benefits on social media platform TikTok.

Feb 18 • 11:12 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Italian food becomes a trend. After the bidet, another obsession of Olympic athletes

Olympic athletes are embracing Italian cuisine, sharing their culinary experiences on social media during the Milano-Cortina Games.

Feb 18 • 06:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A nutritionist celebrated the viral bell pepper sandwich on TikTok and advised 'not to demonize flours'

Nutritionist Silvina Tasat discussed the viral trend of bell pepper sandwiches on TikTok, advocating for the promotion of vegetable consumption while acknowledging the enjoyment of crunchy foods.

Feb 17 • 20:02 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Olympians can't stop eating viral chocolate lava cake, even for breakfast

Olympians at the Milan Olympic Village are indulging in a viral chocolate lava cake for breakfast, creating a buzz on social media.

Feb 17 • 12:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

When a trendy item meets authenticity, Dubai chewy cookie

The article explores the phenomenon of the Dubai chewy cookie trend in South Korea, highlighting its cultural significance and the intense demand it has generated.

Feb 17 • 05:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I tried 'Japanese Clouds' from M&S and can sum them up in four words

A review of M&S's new 'Japanese Clouds' pancakes highlights their impressive size and light sweetness, making them ideal for Pancake Day.

Feb 15 • 03:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Kitchen Column 'In All Mouths': Tea is the New Champagne

The article discusses the growing trend of alcohol-free beverages, particularly tea, as consumers increasingly opt for healthier choices, especially in the restaurant industry.

Feb 12 • 17:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Safe Lunchboxes: How to Avoid Health Risks in Daily Life

The article discusses the growing trend among Brazilian workers to bring homemade meals to work, highlighting the health and cost benefits of this practice.

Feb 12 • 11:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

'Yamitsuki', the Japanese cabbage salad you'll want to make over and over again

'Yamitsuki' is a Japanese cabbage salad that's easy to prepare and is expected to trend in 2026.

Feb 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

We solve the problems that arise when you share food

The article discusses the growing trend of sharing food dishes in Norway, emphasizing its social benefits and cultural evolution.

Feb 10 • 20:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Sourdough cabbage has become a social media trend – 'Makes the same effect as Ozempic'

The traditional fermented food sourdough cabbage is gaining popularity on social media, particularly due to endorsements from TikTok influencer Noora Korte, who highlights its potential health benefits.

Feb 10 • 11:31 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Life & Tech

Photo recipe. Deadly delicious spaghetti - you will need just a few ingredients

This article presents a simple recipe for 'deadly delicious spaghetti' along with a recommendation to visit a specific restaurant in Bari, Italy, to learn more about this dish.

Feb 10 • 06:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

The Future of Gastronomy is in Returning to Roots, Says Chef Ondřej Kurák

Chef Ondřej Kurák emphasizes a trend towards traditional practices in modern gastronomy.

Feb 8 • 08:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Top Chef Linnea Vihonen Dismisses Finns' Favorite Spice

Chef Linnea Vihonen predicts that cabbage will be the next major food trend for Finns due to inflation and budget constraints.

Feb 7 • 15:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

The viral cheesecake is fun, but even better are all its global versions

Fans of cheesecake must try its various global versions that go beyond the simple viral trend of lazy cheesecake made from Greek yogurt and cookies.

Feb 6 • 11:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Recipe and Secrets of Ditalini Pasta: The Most Viral Way to Prepare These Small Noodles, Trend in the United States

Ditalini pasta has surged in popularity in the U.S. due to its versatility in comforting, simple, and easy-to-prepare dishes.

Feb 5 • 08:01 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Yogurt Conquers the World - Exports Soar, Imitations Increase

Greek yogurt is becoming a global phenomenon, with soaring exports and an increase in imitations as it gains popularity across Europe and beyond.

Feb 5 • 04:49 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Life & Tech

The pizza that dominates in Oslo: – The trend has exploded

Francesco Solimeo showcases two distinct styles of pizza at Vesuvio in Bislett, highlighting the explosive trend of diverse pizza flavors in Oslo.

Feb 4 • 20:44 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Life & Tech

The pizza that dominates in Oslo: - The trend has exploded.

Francesco Solimeo showcases two distinct styles of pizza at Vesuvio in Oslo, highlighting the explosive trend of traditional and Roman-style pizzas in the city.

Feb 4 • 20:44 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Life & Tech

McDonald’s Gets Romantic on Valentine’s Day: Selling Nuggets with Caviar to Attract Customers

McDonald's is launching a limited-time offer of chicken nuggets topped with caviar for Valentine’s Day, available through a special kit at McNuggetCaviar.com starting February 10.

Feb 4 • 08:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I paid £18.50 for chicken and chips in a British 80s icon's restaurant

A visit to a restaurant owned by a British 80s music icon reveals the rising trend of celebrities investing in dining establishments, highlighted by a pricey chicken and chips meal.

Feb 3 • 02:12 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Do We Want to Smell Like Food? The Trend of Perfumes with Scents Like Tiramisu Says Yes

A rising trend in perfumery features edible scents such as tiramisu, matcha tea, and pistachio that evoke comforting memories of home and baked goods.

Jan 15 • 04:25 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

All Foodies: Obsession with Food

The article discusses the contemporary trend where people talk extensively about food while relying more on prepared meals due to lack of time.

Jan 14 • 15:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Horror of Hamburger, Cheesecake, and Other 'Swamp' Dish Festivals

This article critiques the trend of food festivals focused on popular but low-quality dishes, highlighting the decline of Spanish gastronomy.

Jan 10 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

TikTok Trend with Snow Shocked Many, Here’s What It’s About

A new winter trend on TikTok and Instagram involves women collecting fresh snow to make homemade snow ice cream, sparking both fascination and criticism from social media users.

Jan 6 • 10:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

A lot of people on TikTok make snow ice cream. Here’s why that’s not a good idea

As heavy snowfall blankets Croatia, a TikTok trend emerges where users create snow ice cream by mixing fresh snow with condensed milk and other ingredients, raising health concerns.

Jan 6 • 10:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Gourmet perfumes: Food scents that conquer the world

This article explores the emerging trend of food-scented perfumes, highlighting popular fragrances inspired by food from coffee to cherries.

Jan 5 • 15:17 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Vegan butcher: can this steak also be called that?

The article explores the growing trend of vegan butcheries in Germany and the naming conventions surrounding their products made from soy and wheat protein.

Jan 2 • 05:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Dear Wise Men: Let's Defend the Pleasure of Eating Again

The article discusses the modern trend of requiring a justification or narrative for consuming certain foods, emphasizing the value of enjoying eating for its own sake.

Jan 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

This is how the food year 2026 will be: The trend goes to functional mushrooms

The article discusses emerging food trends for 2026, highlighting the growing popularity of functional mushrooms in the food market.

Dec 29 • 19:42 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Fermenting Vegetables: "Many Superfood Promises Are Wishful Thinking"

The article discusses the trend of fermenting vegetables, its supposed health benefits, and the DIY culture surrounding it, with insights from expert Anne Mandt.

Dec 27 • 11:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

This is not what it seems: the rise of fruit trompe-l'œil pastries thanks to social media

The trend of realistic fruit-shaped pastries, known as 'trompe-l'œil' or 'trampantojos,' is gaining popularity in Spain, largely driven by social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

Dec 27 • 04:25 UTC

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