Anteil der ausländischen Aussteller steigt erneut

Große Nationen liegen aber noch unter dem Niveau von Vor-Corona – Italien wieder besonders stark vertreten – Großbritannien vermeldet Rekordjahr

Fast 7000 ausländische Hersteller, meldet die Anuga für dieses Jahr. Damit hat die Leitveranstaltung der Lebensmittelbranche ihren Auslandsanteil auf 93 Prozent weiter ausgebaut. 2019 waren es noch 91 Prozent. Wichtige ausstellende Länder wie Italien, Frankreich oder China liegen mit ihren Beteiligungen gleichwohl unter den Zahlen von Vor-Corona. Deutlich stärker geworden sind dagegen die Türkei und Polen, die Niederlande und Großbritannien.

Messe für Europa

Corona lässt die Beteiligung von Ausstellern aus Nord- und Süddamerika, Afrika und Asien deutlich sinken

Plant-powered Europe

As more people are reducing their meat intake, plant-based dishes are moving into focus – both at home and out-of-home. While major chains throughout Europe are adding vegan offers to their menus, some operators have decided to go all vegan. Our correspondents report.

Spiegelbild der Weltwirtschaft

Keine Nahrungsmittelmesse ist internationaler als die Anuga. Etwa 90 Prozent der mehr als 7600 Anbieter und rund 80 Prozent der Fachbesucher kommen aus dem Ausland. Die größte Präsenz hat zwar nach wie vor Italien mit 925 Unternehmen, gefolgt von Spanien, doch steht China mit über 500 Firmen bereits an dritter Stelle.

The South Seas in a Bowl

Many call it ‘the perfect fast food’: poké bowl concepts are right on trend in the metropolises of Europe because they offer an alternative to burgers and the like. The bowls are both healthy and tasty, and perfect for the takeaway market as well. They usually combine a base of rice or other popular kind of grain, such as quinoa, with toppings of marinated fish, vegetables and high-quality culinary dressings. Our correspondents introduce successful formulas from their countries.

Culinary Hotspots

Originally food courts were conceived as central, efficiently organised food and drink supply points for hungry and tired shoppers. So if earlier mainly high-profile fast-food brands were placed round the joint seating arrangements, today‘s modern food courts increasingly feature regionally-based players with a high-quality yet relatively low-priced range. More and frequently even from top chefs! A combination which is very attractive to foodies and gourmands and makes them culinary hotspots in their own right. Part 2 of our pan-European surveys showcases some further notable examples.

Fighting for the Stomach Share

Although food retail and foodservice are two discrete entities with expertise in one not necessarily meaning expertise in the other, both segments are growing closer and closer together. This process is driven by the growing need of consumers for quick, uncomplicated catering while they are on the move. In times when less and less cooking is done at home the two segments are fighting for the ‘stomach share’. So more and more food retailers are supplementing their range with convenient take-away offers, ready-to-eat products, or even foodservice facilities for eating on the spot. Part 2 of our pan-European survey.

From Luxury to Mass-Market

Europe is in cruise fever! According to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), in 2016 a record number of 6.7 m Europeans went on a cruise. That equals a rise of 3.4% on the previous year. The Germans, British and Irish in particular love this all-inclusive, no-cares holiday at sea. One reason for its growing popularity: cruises combine lifestyle with variety and comfort – at a frequently impressive price-performance ratio. The ships, and how they are equipped, are becoming increasingly important when it comes to selecting travel. Almost taken for granted: a luxurious catering programme with plenty of variety, more and more frequently sponsored by well-known chefs and (international) brands. Part one of our pan-European survey.

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Rolling up the Fast-Food Market

The burrito has long been domesticated in the USA: immigrants from Mexico imported this staple food from their homeland, and chains like Taco Bell spread the concept of filled pastry cases all over the country. On the West Coast, health-conscious Californians developed the traditionally nutritious working-class food into a modern dish, tailored to the needs of the urban office worker. And new, fresh casual brands, such as Chipotle, made it their signature item. Over recent years, more and more European caterers, particularly start-ups, have been discovering the product as a trend-setting alternative to burgers and all that goes with them. After all, the demand for fast, healthy and fresh food is growing here, too – a trend, the ‘Mission style’ burrito mirrors perfectly.

Good Food, Clean Conscience

Vegetarianism and veganism were long considered in Europe as ascetic and prohibition-obsessed lifestyles, propagated by only a small group. For some years now, however, the industrialisation of foodstuff production from animal sources and concern about diminishing resources have caused more and more people, particularly young people, often in urban environments, to give up food and beverages which may cause harm to animals. Restaurant owners offering their guests solely vegan food are niche operators, but they are growing in number, and now you can enjoy the best food and drink, not in self-denial, but with a good conscience.