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2025 Food and Drink Trends

February 18, 2025 | Daily Bite

By: Leah Hatch

In 2025, food trends are all about embracing bold flavors and sustainability. Plant-based and lab-grown meats will continue to rise in popularity with chefs experimenting to create even more realistic textures and flavors. At the same time, global fusion will take center stage blending diverse culinary traditions for exciting new dishes. Meanwhile, a focus on wellness will push forward functional foods with ingredients like adaptogens, fermented foods, and low-sugar options making their mark on menus.

Sourdough

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Sourdough is set to be a big trend in 2025 with people embracing its natural fermentation and unique flavor. As more home bakers and chefs get creative, we’re seeing everything from sourdough pizzas to new pastries. Beyond taste, it’s also gaining popularity for its health benefits, like better digestion and a lower glycemic index. In 2025, expect sourdough to be a staple on menus and in kitchens everywhere.

Coffee Cocktails

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Coffee cocktails are set to be a major trend in 2025 as more people look for unique ways to combine their love for caffeine with craft cocktails. Bartenders are getting creative blending coffee with spirits like whiskey, rum, and tequila to create rich, bold flavors that are perfect for any time of day. With the rise of cold brew and specialty coffee these drinks offer a sophisticated twist on traditional cocktails. As both coffee culture and cocktail creativity continue to grow, expect coffee-based drinks to become a staple in bars and cafés.

Freeze Dried Foods

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In 2025, freeze-dried foods are trending for their convenience, long shelf life, and nutrient retention. With better technology a wide variety of freeze-dried products—like fruits, veggies, and meals—are now available, appealing to busy and eco-conscious consumers. As sustainability and preparedness grow in importance these foods are becoming a go-to for both adventure seekers and everyday snacking.

Plant-Based Foods

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This Valentine's Day, Del Fuego is going phoneless with a fun and unique promo: we’re asking guests to put away their phones and enjoy a meal like it’s the ‘90s! As part of our “Love the Ones You’re With” experience, if your entire party stays phone-free during the meal, you’ll receive 15% off your check. Inspired by cafes in Europe that are going offline, we’re bringing back real connection with great food, drinks, and service at all four of our locations—St. James, Babylon, Patchogue, and East Northport. Just let your server know, and they’ll provide a ziplock bag to keep your phones tucked away while you enjoy your time together!

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