As leading suppliers of the best quality meat Cape Town and Johannesburg have on offer, N1 prides itself on keeping abreast of all the great food trends that tend to make their debut at the start of each new year. But as we all know, food trends come and go, so this time, we thought we’d look at three trends that have been around for a while and that don’t look like they’re going anywhere.
1. Sustainability
The first is the emphasis on sustainability in food. The farm-to-table movement, which emphasises sourcing ingredients from local farmers, has been growing in popularity for several decades. Consumers are becoming more conscious about the origin and production methods of the food they consume. This has led to a growing demand for products that are sourced in an ethical and sustainable manner. This includes fair trade products, locally sourced produce, and foods that are made with environmentally friendly practices. This trend is not only good for the environment, but it also supports local farmers and helps to create a stronger sense of community.
2. Flexitarianism
The second is the Flexitarian diet. This is a style of eating that emphasises mainly plant-based foods while allowing for occasional meat and animal products. It's a flexible approach to eating that aims to balance health, sustainability, and ethical concerns. Flexitarians typically consume mostly vegetables, fruits, legumes, and whole grains, but also include dairy, eggs, and occasionally meat and Halaal fish in moderate amounts. The goal is to balance meat consumption, while still providing adequate protein and nutrients through a variety of food choices. It's a popular option for those who want to follow a mostly plant-based diet while still allowing for some flexibility and convenience in their food choices.
3. Ramen
And the third is Ramen. It’s another trend that has been growing in popularity for several decades. Ramen has been a popular dish in Japan for over a century, and it is now becoming increasingly popular in the United States and other countries. Ramen is a Japanese noodle dish that is made with wheat noodles and a meat or fish-based broth. The broth is typically flavoured with soy sauce, miso, or salt and is often garnished with ingredients such as sliced pork, green onions, and eggs - remember our quality meat Cape Town range of delicious pork fillet if you want to give this a try. The rise of ramen is just one example of how traditional foods are becoming popular in the modern world. People are becoming more interested in learning about the history and culture behind traditional foods. They are also becoming more interested in experimenting with new flavours and ingredients.
We’re all for sustainable, flexible and noodle-based foods - they’re all trends we can get behind and enjoy! And while some trends by nature may come and go, unchanging and indisputable is the fact that at N1 we will constantly strive to provide the best service, the best quality and the best delivery in all things meat and frozen foods related - so give us a call, we’re here to help!
