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Top Food & Beverage Trends From Natural Products Expo East 2023

The final Expo East 2023 is in the books! Here is a look at the top food & beverage trends to watch as we go into 2024.

Top Food & Beverage Trends From Natural Products Expo East 2023

Natural Products Expo East took over the Philadelphia Convention Center for the final time last week. From non-alcoholic sips to savory snacks and frozen faves to sweet noshes, here's a look at the hottest trends we saw at this year’s show.

NO-NONSENSE NON-ALCOHOLIC: The sober surge continues! From CBD-infused innovations to adaptogenic aperitifs, mocktails and more, non-alcoholic sips are hot right now.

PERFECT BITES: We’re in the golden era of healthy snacks, and brands are finding success in sweet, simple, well-portioned bites. Everything from nut butter stuffed dates, cookie dough, chocolate and more.

SNACKS GO SAVORY: Seaweed, noodles, granola, nuts, protein bars? These are just a few of the snacks brands are turning savory.

HOMEMADE HELPERS: Gluten free baking mixes, meal starters, clean ingredient + full-flavor broths, sauces and more. Convenience is key, but why sacrifice quality?

FUSION MEETS FUNCTION: While global flavors are trending, Asian-inspired products — especially beverages  — stood out. Brands are offering fresh + functional takes on cultural classics. From sparkling teas, sodas and more.

FROST BITES: The idea of frozen meals is nothing new, but brands are bringing fresh, clean ingredients to the freezer aisle with everything from appetizers, pizzas, alternative meats, keto desserts and more.

What top trends and new products did you discover at #ExpoEast2023? Let us know by sending an email.


Natural Products Expo East took over the Philadelphia Convention Center for the final time last week. From non-alcoholic sips to savory snacks and frozen faves to sweet noshes, here's a look at the hottest trends we saw at this year’s show.

NO-NONSENSE NON-ALCOHOLIC: The sober surge continues! From CBD-infused innovations to adaptogenic aperitifs, mocktails and more, non-alcoholic sips are hot right now.

PERFECT BITES: We’re in the golden era of healthy snacks, and brands are finding success in sweet, simple, well-portioned bites. Everything from nut butter stuffed dates, cookie dough, chocolate and more.

SNACKS GO SAVORY: Seaweed, noodles, granola, nuts, protein bars? These are just a few of the snacks brands are turning savory.

HOMEMADE HELPERS: Gluten free baking mixes, meal starters, clean ingredient + full-flavor broths, sauces and more. Convenience is key, but why sacrifice quality?

FUSION MEETS FUNCTION: While global flavors are trending, Asian-inspired products — especially beverages  — stood out. Brands are offering fresh + functional takes on cultural classics. From sparkling teas, sodas and more.

FROST BITES: The idea of frozen meals is nothing new, but brands are bringing fresh, clean ingredients to the freezer aisle with everything from appetizers, pizzas, alternative meats, keto desserts and more.

What top trends and new products did you discover at #ExpoEast2023? Let us know by sending an email.


Natural Products Expo East took over the Philadelphia Convention Center for the final time last week. From non-alcoholic sips to savory snacks and frozen faves to sweet noshes, here's a look at the hottest trends we saw at this year’s show.

NO-NONSENSE NON-ALCOHOLIC: The sober surge continues! From CBD-infused innovations to adaptogenic aperitifs, mocktails and more, non-alcoholic sips are hot right now.

PERFECT BITES: We’re in the golden era of healthy snacks, and brands are finding success in sweet, simple, well-portioned bites. Everything from nut butter stuffed dates, cookie dough, chocolate and more.

SNACKS GO SAVORY: Seaweed, noodles, granola, nuts, protein bars? These are just a few of the snacks brands are turning savory.

HOMEMADE HELPERS: Gluten free baking mixes, meal starters, clean ingredient + full-flavor broths, sauces and more. Convenience is key, but why sacrifice quality?

FUSION MEETS FUNCTION: While global flavors are trending, Asian-inspired products — especially beverages  — stood out. Brands are offering fresh + functional takes on cultural classics. From sparkling teas, sodas and more.

FROST BITES: The idea of frozen meals is nothing new, but brands are bringing fresh, clean ingredients to the freezer aisle with everything from appetizers, pizzas, alternative meats, keto desserts and more.

What top trends and new products did you discover at #ExpoEast2023? Let us know by sending an email.


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