Intro to Food Trends
What is a food trend?
A general change in consumer preference or popular interest in foods over time.
How does social media impact food trends?
It spreads new ideas quickly, making foods go viral.
What trend is linked to sustainability and local food systems?
Farm-to-table or eating local produce.
What does food equity mean?
Fair access to affordable, nutritious food for everyone.
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Give one example of a past food trend.
bubble tea
What role does celebrity influence have on food trends?
Celebrities promote diets or products that followers want to copy.
Why has plant-based eating become a trend?
Due to environmental concerns, animal welfare, and health benefits.
How can food waste be linked to food trends?
Excessive demand for trendy foods may cause overproduction and waste.
What’s one advantage of following a healthy food trend?
It can improve health and encourage better food choices.
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True OR False: Food trends always last for decades.
False – many trends are short-lived.
How does technology affect food trends?
Through new cooking equipment, apps, delivery services, and food production methods.
What trend is related to convenience in busy lifestyles?
Ready-to-eat meals and food delivery apps.
What is one negative effect of following extreme food trends?
Poor nutrition or health risks from unbalanced diets.
What’s one disadvantage of following a food fad?
It may waste money and not be sustainable long-term.
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What is the difference between a food fad and a food trend?
A fad is short-term and often extreme, while a trend has a longer-lasting impact on diets.
Give one health-related factor that may start a food trend.
Increased awareness of veganism for health and environmental reasons.
OR other example.
Which cultural cuisine has influenced food trends in Australia recently?
Asian cuisines such as Japanese sushi and Korean BBQ.
OR other example
How does sustainability influence modern food trends?
Consumers choose foods that have less environmental impact (e.g., organic, local, low waste).
Why is it important to balance food trends with personal and cultural food traditions?
To ensure we respect cultural identity while also making healthy, sustainable choices.
Why do food trends change?
Because of social influences, media, technology, health awareness, and cultural shifts.
Name one cultural factor that affects food trends.
Migration introduces new cuisines to different countries.
What is functional food? Give an example.
Food with added health benefits, e.g., probiotic yogurt.
Why is food security important when thinking about trends?
Because not all people have access to the same foods, making trends unequal globally.
How can you critically evaluate whether a food trend is healthy or just a fad?
By checking reliable sources, nutritional benefits, and long-term sustainability.