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    Living Well

    Whole Foods Market predicts 10 biggest food trends for 2019

    Katie Friel
    Nov 20, 2018 | 2:57 pm
    Dolcezza Gelato marscapone berry gelato
    Expect more sweet and savory desserts, such as this mascarpone and berry gelato from Washington, D.C.-based Dolcezza Gelato.
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    It's the most wonderful time of the year — trend season. Thanksgiving marks the official beginning of all things top 10, such as restaurants, beauty trends, viral videos, and great moments in politics. It's such fun.

    Whole Foods Market leads the charge with its fourth annual roundup of the must-have items and can't-miss fads for 2019. These were compiled by the company's buyers and foodie experts. Though varied, they reflect an overall cultural shift towards physical and spiritual wellness and environmentally conscious lifestyle choices.

    Here are the 10 trends the Texas-based grocer says consumers can expect to see on shelves — and their plates — throughout the new year.

    Pacific rim flavors
    After the year of the poke restaurant explosion, this trend is heading out of the bowl and onto grocery shelves. These flavors represent regions such as Asia, Oceania, and the western coasts of North and South America, and can be brought home with ingredients like longganisa (a Filipino pork sausage), dried shrimp, cuttlefish, shrimp paste, guava, and passionfruit. The grocer also name drops jackfruit, a tree fruit increasingly used as a meat substitute. (And spoiler alert, meat substitutes are also one of the top 10 trends this year.)

    Shelf-stable probiotics
    From autism to allergies, it seems the answer to every health question this year involved taking a fistful of probiotics. Innovations in shelf-stable strains of the bacteria are leading to an increasing number of long-lasting probiotic products, resulting in a smaller need for refrigerated options. Whole Foods also anticipates the probiotic trend will increasingly show up in beauty products and even cleaning supplies.

    Phat fats
    Disclaimer: Whole Foods named this section, not the writer. Fats are back this year, thanks in part to the rise of grain-free, keto, paleo, and “pegan” (paleo and vegan) diets. Consumers can expect to see an increasing number of fatty options, especially in the snack aisle. "Keto-friendly nutrition bars crafted with MCT oil powder, coconut butter–filled chocolates, snacks affectionately called fat bombs, and a new wave of ready-to-drink vegan coffee beverages inspired by butter coffees are busting on the scene allowing consumers to get their fat fill with convenient treats," says the grocer in a release. Well, that is big news.

    Next-level hemp
    If the buzz around CBD is any indication, it's unsurprising that hemp is on the list. CBD is still prohibited in food and dietary supplements under federal law, but that doesn't mean consumers can't go green in a different way. Analysts say shoppers will see an increase in hemp plant stem cells, as well as the hemp hearts, seeds, and oils that have been around for years. "It’s clear that hemp-derived products are going mainstream, if not by wide distribution, then by word of mouth," writes Whole Foods.

    Faux meat snacks
    Meatless is mainstream and bringing a bevy of faux meat snacks onto the market. As Americans increasingly taper off meat for health, spiritual, or environmental reasons, companies are trying to find a way to appeal to the carnivore palate with veggie and vegan products. In 2019, Whole Foods forecasts more innovations in mushroom-based foods inspired by meaty favorites such as vegan jerky and pigless pork rinds.

    Eco-conscious packaging
    Whole Foods says shoppers will see a rapid shift in how companies package their goods in coming years. Meanwhile, Whole Foods' stores are abandoning plastic food wraps in favor of beeswax, waxed canvas, or silicone alternatives, and setting up regional test pilots for products like sipper lids made from PET. It's like the plastic straw ban, but on a whole new level.

    Trailblazing frozen treats
    People want to have their treats and eat them, too, and it appears a host of new companies are ensuring they can do that. Look for dairy-alternatives in the frozen aisle, and desserts concocted from things like avocado, hummus, tahini, and coconut water. Traditional treats are getting an unexpected twist with ingredients like savory swirls of artisanal cheese, while global favorites like Taiwanese snow ice, Mexican nieves de garrafa, and "chewy" Turkish ice cream hit the mainstream American market. As for those high-protein, low-calorie ice creams like Halo Top? Whole Foods says those aren't going anywhere.

    Marine munchies beyond seaweed
    Prepare for more ocean-inspired snacks to wash over the grocery store aisle in 2019. Sea greens will continue to drift into dishes, while puffed snacks made from water lily seeds, plant-based tuna alternatives with algae ingredients, crispy snackable salmon skins with omega-3s, and kelp jerkies indicate a shifting tide in the snack aisle.

    Snack time, upgraded
    Yet another snack trend. (Seriously, shouldn't this be the 10 biggest snack trends?) As smaller meals continue to rise in popularity, either because of diet or because it's just easier to justify eating seven times a day if it's called a "snack," these bites are destined for a serious upgrade in 2019. Portable snacks packs, upgraded retro treats, and fancy packaged micro-meals are all on the menu for 2019.

    Purchases that empower
    Customers increasingly want to know that they're not just buying something, they're doing good. Next year, expect to see a more curious consumer, one that questions the ethos of the company it is buying from. It's not just some feel-good trend either; Americans who thoughtfully spend are radically transforming the industry. "Consumer purchasing power continues to motivate changes in the food, beverage, and body care industries, as shoppers demand more from the brands and businesses they choose to support," says the release. Just how this may affect Amazon, the e-commerce giant owner of Whole Foods, remains to be seen.

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    Clink glasses at a Merlot event this week.

    The Java House Grand Prix of Arlington arrives this weekend, bringing IndyCar "street circuit" racing to the area for the first time. The district is ready to rev its engines with food and drink packages that offer streetside viewing. But first, it's Women's History Month and one Dallas restaurant will pay tribute to top female chefs with a special wine dinner. It's also the weekend before St. Patrick's Day, and several bars and restaurants will celebrate with Irish-inspired food and fanfare.

    Wednesday, March 11

    Wine Chat at Cru Wine Bar and Bistro
    The Shops at Legacy wine bar will host March Merlot madness with this Merlot tasting. Guests can choose their favorite among three: Northstar “Polaris” (Columbia Valley), Château Lassègue “Les Cadrans” (Saint-Émilion Grand Cru), and Orin Swift “Advice from John” (California). The tasting is $35 and comes with three chef-prepared bites for pairing. The tasting takes place from 6-7 pm.

    Women’s Gastronomy Dinner at Restaurant Beatrice
    The second annual dinner celebrates Women’s History Month with six courses honoring female chefs. Menu highlights include a soup course of white gazpacho that pays tribute to James Beard Award winner Susan Spicer, Burgundy-style Texas quail as a nod to Michelin-starred chef Eugenie Brazier, and red velvet cake honoring James Beard Award winner Mashama Bailey. Even wine pairings come from female winemakers or owners, including singer Mary J. Blige. Tickets are $150, plus tax and gratuity, and seating times run from 5-8:45 pm.

    Thursday, March 12

    World of Whiskey at Al Biernet’s North
    Sip premium pours from Scotland, Ireland, Japan, and the U.S. paired with steakhouse bites during this guided tasting at the Oak Lawn outlet of Al Biernet’s. Interactive tasting stations will feature nearly a dozen spirits. Menu highlights include bourbon-cured salmon crostinis, smoked brisket sliders, and pulled pork sliders, pimento cheese bites, and more. Tickets are $89, plus tax, and the tasting begins at 6:30 pm.

    Friday, March 13

    Grand Prix at Soy Cowboy
    Soy Cowboy will offer race fans a front-row seat to the action with trackside dining experiences on the patio as the race zooms by. Buffet packages, available Friday through Sunday, include morning half-day tickets (8 am-12 pm, $95 for adults, $45 for children), afternoon half-day tickets ($145 for adults, $75 for children), and full-day tickets (8 am-6 pm, $195). The experience includes an Asian-inspired brunch buffet in the morning with steak, shrimp, lobster and breakfast classics; and in the afternoon, a buffet of sushi, sashimi, oysters, tenderloin station; Asian dishes like dumplings, ribs, and orange chicken; and desserts. A cash bar will be available. Guests can also reserve one of Soy Cowboy’s private “lotus flower” booths for up to six guests for $500.

    Java House Grand Prix of Arlington at Loews
    While the cars race by the Arlington hotel, guests can sip drinks like the Speedway Mexcalita, Pit Stop Paloma, and the Grand Prix Lavender Drop Martini at the bar. Texas-sized bites include the smoked brisket sandwich with cole slaw and French fries, loaded baked potato, and Texas chili. Across the street at Live! by Loews (accessible via an enclosed bridge between hotels), cocktails at Bar Bourbon including Running on Fumes espresso martini made with TX Whiskey and caramel cold foam, and Slipstream Shandy made with Garrison Brothers honeydew bourbon and Shiner Off Road IPA. The specials will run Friday through Sunday.

    Saturday, March 14

    St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Thirsty Lion
    All locations of the gastropub will feature celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this weekend with specials like Guinness beef stew, bacon-cheddar potato cakes, and signature Scotch eggs. Irish bagpipers and Irish dancers will perform Saturday afternoon. Proceeds from featured cocktails, including Jameson Irish Whiskey mules, martinis, Irish coffee, and old fashioneds, will be donated to the St. Baldrick’s Foundation to support childhood cancer research. Thirsty Lion has locations in Euless, Irving, and The Colony.

    Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
    Wear green and go Irish during this Dallas bar crawl that will start and end at Stan’s Blue Note. Stops along the way include Hideaway on Henderson, Christies, Mayer’s Garden, and The Dubliner. Tickets start at $20 when purchasing with a group and include a couple drinks or shots, drink specials along the way, and a party cup, photo ops, swag, and more. The crawl starts at 4 pm.

    Sunday, March 15

    St. Patrick’s Day Bash & Crawfish Eating Contest at The Revel
    The Frisco patio and grill will host a full day of live music, ice cold green-hued beer, and seafood boil with an inaugural crawfish eating contest. Pay $20 to enter and $750 will go the first to finish three pounds of crawfish. The contest will start at 4:45 pm, but party will run all day from 11 am-11 pm.

    Monday, March 16

    Mollydooker Wine Dinner at Sea Breeze
    The Plano seafood destination will host a five-course wine dinner featuring South Australia’s Moolydooker wines. A lineup of bold reds will be paired with dishes like crispy barramundi, braised oxtail, smoked duck bao bun sliders, poached steelhead trout, and mixed berry pavlova. The dinner is $130, plus tax and gratuity, and begins at 6 pm with a cocktail reception before a 7 pm seating time.

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