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2026 Trends

6 Trends from Winter FancyFaire 2026

Inside the artisanal food & beverage trends elevating everyday eating.

February 18, 2026

Winter FancyFaire 2026 kicked off the specialty food & beverage year, spotlighting innovation, discovery, and the trends shaping how consumers eat, drink, and entertain.

Different countries cuisine. Varied dishes prepared.

25 Trends Spotted at the Specialty Food Show

We hunted down the brands and trends that are changing what, and how, America eats.

August 8, 2025

Nancy Trent

Fancy Food wasn’t just a food show—it was the Met Gala for your mouth. Legacy brands came to flex, startups came to disrupt, and everyone vied for a coveted spot on retailer shelves.

Di Marco Enters U.S. Market

To support its expansion, Di Marco has established a dedicated U.S. branch, strengthening its ability to serve restaurants, catering providers, and retail partners.

June 23, 2025

Kaitlin Bavaro, Multimedia Specialist

Di Marco, a pioneer in artisanal Italian baking, is bringing its Roman crust to the U.S. market.

Caprese salad - slices of tomato, mozzarella, basil, pesto and balsamic sauce. Italian homemade food and the concept of healthy eating.

Latest Trends and Timeless Flavors from Summer Fancy Food 2024

Summer Fancy Food showcased innovations that captivate palates and inspire culinary passions.

August 30, 2024

Nancy Trent

Summer Fancy Food, where culinary excellence meets innovation in every bite, was a celebration of the artistry, diversity, and ingenuity that define the world of gourmet and specialty foods.

The Summer of Fancy Food 2024

Check out the products and trends generating buzz at this year's show.

July 10, 2024

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

More than 28,000 specialty food & beverage industry insiders attended the sold-out annual event in NYC.

Plant-Based on the Rise at 2022 Summer Fancy Food Show

June 21, 2022

Carolina Schneider

The Specialty Food Association’s 2022 Summer Fancy Food Show took place from June 12 to 14 in New York City. This season, the show welcomed almost 2,000 exhibitors. That makes it the largest U.S. show devoted exclusively to specialty foods and beverages. Specialty food companies are at the forefront of...

SFA Releases State of the Specialty Food Industry Report

June 6, 2019

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

New York, NY—The Specialty Food Association issued its annual State of the Specialty Food Industry Report, revealing that specialty food remains one of the fastest-growing segments of the food business, according to a press release. Total sales jumped 9.8% between 2016 and 2018, reaching $148.7 billion last year. Specialty food...

Large Showing at 2016 Summer Fancy Food Show

July 1, 2016

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

New York City, NY—The Specialty Food Association’s 2016 Summer Fancy Food Show took place June 26–28 at the Javits Center with 2,670 exhibiting companies and more than 47,000 specialty food professionals walking the exhibit halls, making it the largest in exhibit space since the show was established in 1954. Attendees...