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Food Trends
2016
U.S. Report foodtrendsreport@google.com
Intro
With every query typed into a search bar, we are given a glimpse
into user considerations or intentions. By compiling top searches,
we are able to render a strong representation of the United States’
population and gain insight into this population’s behavior.
In our Google Food Trends Report, we are excited to bring forth the
power of data into the hands of the marketers, product
developers, restaurateurs, chefs, and foodies. The goal of this report
is to share useful data for planning purposes accompanied by
curated styles of what we believe can make for impactful trends.
We are proud to share this iteration and look forward
to hearing back from you.
Jon Lorenzini | Senior Analytics Lead, Food & Beverage
Lisa Lovallo | Global Insights Manager, Food & Beverage
Olivier Zimmer | Trends Data Scientist
Yarden Horwitz | Trends Brand Strategist
Methodology
To compile a list of accurate trends within the food industry,
we pulled top volume queries related to the food category
and looked at their monthly volume from January 2014 to
February 2016. We first removed any seasonal effect, and
then measured the year-over-year growth, velocity, and
acceleration for each search query. Based on these metrics,
we were able to classify the queries into similar trend
patterns. We then curated the most significant trends to
illustrate interesting shifts in behavior.
2016201420122010200820062004
Query De-seasonalized
Query
Trend
Characteristics
top risers
and decliners
Part One
an extensive list of
the top volume
food searches
Part Three
a spotlight on
top trending
themes
Part Two
Trend Categories
To identify top trends, we
categorized past data into six
different clusters based on
similar behaviors. This section
distinguishes between the trends
to watch and the trends to forget.
Seasonal
Risers
Rising
Stars
Sustained
Risers
Seasonal
Decliners
Falling
Stars
Sustained
Decliners
Seasonal
Risers
Rising
Stars
Sustained
Risers
Steady growth over the
past years, these trends
are safe bets.
Seasonal trends that are
likely to come back even
stronger.
Sudden growth within
the past months, these
trends might not last.
Risers
Risers
Sustained Risers
Ramen
Rigatoni
Bibimbap
Linguine
Empanada
Uncured Bacon
Bundt Cakes
Seasonal Risers
Pho
Overnight Oats
Bitter Melon
Cheese Curds
Pork Shoulder
Smash Cake
Gender Reveal Cake
Rising Stars
Turmeric
Jackfruit
Cauliflower Rice
Sourdough Bread
Funfetti
Vegan Donuts
Source: Google internal data, January 2014 – February 2016, United States.
Ranked by volume of searches
Seasonal
Decliners
Falling
Stars
Sustained
Decliners
Steady decline over the
past years, these trends
are fading out.
Seasonal trends that
are likely to decrease in
demand every year.
Fads that have reached
their peak and have
already started to
decline rapidly.
Decliners
Decliners
Sustained Decliners
Gluten Free Cupcakes
Evaporated Cane Juice
Wheat Free Bread
Bacon Cupcakes
Bacon Cinnamon Rolls
Seasonal Decliners
Quinoa
Wedding Cakes
Kale Chips
Red Velvet Cake
Agave Nectar
Marshmallow Fondant
Falling Stars
Rainbow Bagel
Vanilla Bean Paste
Dutch Baby Pancake
Mulligan Stew
Buffalo Chicken Fries
Chocolate Slices
Source: Google internal data, January 2014 – February 2016, United States.
Ranked by volume of searches
a spotlight on
top trending
themes
Part Two
Food With a
Function
Deep Dive
Traveling
Through Taste
Experimenting
With Pork
Bite-Sized
Snacks
The Pasta
Comeback
Food With a
Function
Deep Dive
Traveling
Through Taste
Experimenting
with Pork
Bite-Sized
Snacks
The Pasta
Comeback
Food With a Function: Top Trending
Turmeric
Apple Cider Vinegar
Jackfruit
Manuka Honey
Kefir
Coconut Milk
Erythritol
Bone Broth
Cauliflower Rice
Avocado Oil
Bitter Melon
Arrowroot Powder
High Protein Snacks
Lactose Free Milk
Cumin Seeds
Daikon Radish
Rice Vinegar
Cardamom Pods
Lactose Free Cheese
Ground Ginger
Flax Egg
Macrodiet
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States.
Ranked by volume of searches:
turmeric
Deep Dive
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Top Trending Functional Food
While turmeric was previously a sustained rising trend,
interest in this functional ingredient grew +56% from
November to January this year—making it a rising star.
Source: Google Trends, November 2015-January 2016, United States. | Google Trends, Janurary 2004-February 2016, United States.
Top Associated Keywords
Americans are trying to understand how to consume turmeric.
When searching for turmeric, users are often looking for forms,
recipes, or type.
Powder
Golden Milk
Ground
Smoothie
Root
Drink
Juice
Recipe
Honey
Pepper
Fresh
Organic
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Associations defined as phrases searched with turmeric.
Top Days for Searching
Consumers start the week off interested in Turmeric, with 8%
more searches on Monday than the weekly average.
As the week goes on, consumers lose interest in the ingredient
and turmeric searches are -8% less than the weekly average (a
total drop of 16 percentage points).
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Index of 110
Index of 80
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States.
100
Top 5 YouTube Videos:
Turmeric
The top five turmeric consumption videos are educational.
Consumers are turning to YouTube to learn about the
benefits of turmeric and—they’re getting a long list.
3.9 Million Views
Acne
Arthritis
Auto Immune Disorders
Blood Sugar
Blood Thinner
Cardiovascular
Chronic Joint Pain
Depression
Detoxification
Gall Bladder Cancer
Gall Bladder Stones
High Blood Pressure
High Cholesterol
Inflammation
Liver Detoxification
Liver Disease
Lung Disease
Muscle (Digests Protein)
Pain Killer
Sleep
Skin Disorders
Weight Loss
Benefits Mentioned in the top five Consumption-Related Videos
Source: Google internal data, January 2015-February 2016, United States. Classification as a ”turmeric” consumption video was based on public data such as headlines, and tags, etc. for videos demonstrating turmeric
as a consumable, and may not account for every ”turmeric” consumption video available on YouTube.
Geography
Turmeric is a national trend that hit all major cities
across the U.S. in December 2015.
While not all functional foods might spread nationally,
this is a common trait in “rising star” trends.
Size of circle represents search volume; Intensity of colors indicates a higher index.
Source: Google internal data, October 2015, United States.
Consciously Searching for Foods
to Meet Personal Needs
Americans are turning to food to fill needs beyond hunger or cravings. They want to
be educated on the impact of each ingredient on one’s body, and how to optimize
their diet in order to look and feel their best.
While they may be more aware of the added benefits that certain ingredients are
said to provide, they are going online to educate themselves on how to consume
these functional ingredients. This behavior is more likely to occur during the
beginning of the week, when consumers are perhaps most motivated to reboot and
optimize their lifestyle habits.
The digital behaviors tied to functional foods present opportunities for brands to
educate consumers on the benefits associated with each ingredient, as well as
provide methods, tips, and recipe content for consumption.
Food With a
Function
Deep Dive
Traveling
Through Taste
Experimenting
With Pork
Bite-Sized
Snacks
The Pasta
Comeback
Traveling Through Taste: Rising Trends
Pho
Ramen
Mexican Candy
Bibimbap
Taquitos
Empanada
Queso Fresco
Mochi Ice Cream
Wonton
Cotija Cheese
Japanese Snacks
Chamoy
Adobo Seasoning
Elotes
Pastelitos
Japchae
Pickled Herring
Chocolate Babka
Mexican Chips
Tostados
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States.
Ranked by Volume of Searches:
pho
Deep Dive
Top Trending Global Food
Pho is a seasonal rising trend. This Vietnamese dish spikes
in January, and has been growing at a consistent rate of
+11% year-over-year since 2013.
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Source: Google Trends, January 2013-January 2016, United States. | Google Trends, Janurary 2004-February 2016, United States.
Top Associated Keywords
While consumers are interested in making pho at home,
consumers are also seeking the best spots in their local areas
that serve or deliver the dish.
Recipe
How to Make
Chicken
Beef
Broth
Noodles
Spice
Facts
Nutrition
Calories
Healthy
Vegetarian
Near Me
Restaurant
Menu
Delivery
Portland
NYC
Chicago
Houston
Vegas
Austin
Phoenix
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Associations are defined as phrases searched with pho.
Top Days for Searching
Although consumers are more likely (+8%) to search for pho on
the weekends, distribution is spread throughout the week relative
to other trends.
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Index of 110
Index of 85
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States.
100
Top 5 YouTube Videos:
Pho
When searching for content on pho, consumers are
looking for more than just recipes. The top five videos
feature YouTube stars creating a variety of cultural
content from recipes to parodies around the dish.
Top 5 Pho Videos
What does the Pho say/The Fox
Vietnamese Parody (BÀI CA PHỞ)
4.4 Million
PHO BO - Vietnamese Beef Noodle
Soup Recipe
1.1 Million
How to Make Pho
.99 Million
The Greatest Pho Challenge
.98 Million
The Pho Song (MUSIC VIDEO) Richie Le
feat. AJ Rafael
.78 Million
8.5 Million Views
Source: Google internal data, January 2015-February 2016, United States. Classification as a “pho” video
was based on public data such as headlines, and tags, etc., and may not account for every ”pho” video avail-
able on YouTube.
Geography
While pho is trending across the U.S., the Vietnamese
dish is mainly being searched on the west coast. Top
cities include Denver and Seattle.
Size of circle represents search volume; Intensity of colors indicates a higher index.
Source: Google internal data, December 2015, United States.
Food Facilitates Cultural Connections
Americans are turning to food to experience new cultures—whether they’re eating the
dishes themselves or watching others.
While there’s a big appetite to create these dishes at home, global cuisines may be tough
to make at home. Consumers turn to the professionals for help and seek restaurants
“near me” to satisfy their cravings.
Global cuisines provide more than just an experience for the taste buds—Americans are
watching a variety of content related to the foods, from parodies to challenges. YouTube
influencers are representing their cultures and educating mass audiences in entertaining
ways.
As consumers strive to taste the world, there’s new opportunity for brands to help make
these dishes more DIY-friendly. Brands may also look into partnering with influencers
to provide authentic cultural experiences via content and endorsements.
Food With a
Function
Deep Dive
Traveling
Through Taste
Experimenting
With Pork
Bite-Sized
Snacks
The Pasta
Comeback
Experimenting With Pork: Rising Trends
Pork Shoulder
Andouille Sausage
Bacon Jam
Smoked Sausage
Pig Feet
Prosciutto Di Parma
Uncured Bacon
Longaniza
Ranked by Volume of Searches:
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States.
pork
shoulder
Deep Dive
Top Trending Pork Foods
Similar to pho, pork shoulder is a seasonal rising trend. While
this traditional pork dish makes appearances during the summer
months, searches for the dish peak in December.
2016201420122010200820062004
Source: Google Trends, January 2014-February 2016, United States. | Google Trends, Janurary 2004-February 2016, United States.
Top Associated Keywords
Consumers are educating themselves on how to prepare
this dish at home by experimenting with new equipment
and methods of preparation. They are also interested in
understanding more about the difference in the cut of meat.
How To
Crock Pot
Slow Cooker
Oven
BBQ
Recipe
Roasted
Braised
Boneless
Cuban
Country Style Ribs
Rub
Butt
Blade
Picnic
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Associations are defined as phrases searched with pork shoulder.
Top Days for Searching
Pork shoulder is a weekend dish; consumers are +22% more
likely to search this dish on Saturdays and Sundays than they
are during the rest of the week.
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
125
60
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States.
100
While three out of five top videos for pork shoulder
feature American-style BBQ recipes, viewers are
also interested in learning how to make Korean and
Cantonese variations of the dish.
4 Million ViewsTop 5 YouTube Videos:
Pork Shoulder
Korean Spicy Stir-Fried
Pork shoulder, Hot Pepper Paste, Onion, Garlic, Ginger,
Green Onions, Green Chili Pepper, Hot Pepper Flakes,
Natural Brown Sugar, Soy Sauce, Black Ground Pepper,
Sesame Oil, Roasted Sesame Seeds, Lettuce
BBQ Roast
Pork Shoulder, Brown Sugar, Kosher Salt,
Onion, Black Pepper, Apple Juice, Flour, Water
Slow Smoked Pulled Pork
Pork Shoulder, Dry Rub
Char Siu (Cantonese BBQ Pork)
Pork Shoulder, Soy Sauce, Sugar, Mei Kuei Lu Chew, Oyster
Sauce, Hoisin Sauce, Ground Bean Sauce, Shallot, Salt, White
Pepper, Five Spice, Ginger Powder, Garlic Powder, Dark Soy
Sauce, Sesame Oil
BBQ Pulled Pork
Pork Shoulder, Black Pepper, Salt, Paprika,
Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Olive Oil
Ingredients in Top 5 Videos
Source: Google internal data, January 2014-February 2016, United States. Classification as a “pork shoulder” video
was based on public data such as headlines, and tags, etc., and may not account for every ”pork shoulder” video
available on YouTube.
Geography
Pork shoulder searches mainly trend in
Eastern and mid-Western regions in the U.S.
Top cities for Pork Shoulder include:
Boston, Chicago, and Denver.
Size of circle represents search volume; Intensity of colors indicates a higher index.
Source: Google internal data, January 2015 – December 2015, United States.
Hungry to Experiment With Pork.
Consumers are looking to bring home more than just the bacon—they are embracing
pork in its many forms.
Americans are taking traditional dishes and giving them a new spin, whether it’s with a
new flavor or a new method of preparation. They’re looking to experiment with a familiar
meat, and master a new skill. With big cuts of meat and slow cookers, they’re turning
meals into a full weekend experience that they can do on their own from the comfort of
home.
Top-of-mind most often during weekends, summer, and the holidays, pork meals such as
pork shoulder are more likely to be social experiences.
While there’s opportunity for brands to enable easier DIY cooking at home, there’s also
an opportunity for brands to join consumers for an experimental weekend of cooking
via video content. Crossover versions of familiar dishes can make the experience even
more exciting.
Food With a
Function
Deep Dive
Traveling
Through Taste
Experimenting
With Pork
Bite-Sized
Snacks
The Pasta
Comeback
Bite-Sized Snacks: Rising Trends
Mug Cake
Cheese Curds
Mochi Ice Cream
Edible Cookie Dough
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Pastelitos
Mac and Cheese Bites
French Toast Sticks
Apple Pie Cookies
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States.
Ranked by Volume of Searches:
mug
cake
Deep Dive
Top Trending Bite-Sized Snack Food
While Mug Cake saw relatively steady growth throughout
2015, it grew +82% from December to January 2016—
displaying some rising star characteristics.
2016201420122010200820062004
Source: Google Trends, December 2015-January 2016 vs December 2014-January 2015, United States.
Google Trends, January 2004-February 2016, United States.
Top Associated Keywords
When it comes to snacking, Americans are seeking out flavor
and health benefits. Customization is key, whether they are
looking for choice in taste or dietary restrictions.
Chocolate
Vanilla
Peanut Butter
Coffee
Chocolate Chip
Pumpkin
Banana
Protein
Vegan
Paleo
No Egg
Keto
Gluten Free
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Associations are defined as phrases searched with mug cake.
Top Days for Searching
While consumers are more likely to indulge in mug cakes during
the weekends, it makes for a convenient weekday snack, as well—
especially earlier on in the week.
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Index of 115
Index of 60
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States.
100
Viewers are seeking fun and quick snacking ideas that come in
a variety of flavors. Mug cake recipes also include convenient
ingredients that one might already have at home.
Top 5 YouTube Videos:
Mug Cake
Rainbow Mug Cake
Butter, White Sugar, Brown Sugar, Vanilla, Salt, Egg Yolk, Flour,
Chocolate Chips
Funfetti
Unsalted Butter, Egg, Milk, Vanilla Extract, Granulated
Sugar, Self-Rising flour, Salt, Sprinkles
Gluten Free Chocolate Banana
Ripe Banana. Peanut Butter (or any nut butter), Egg,
Granulated Sugar, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Red Velvet
Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Unsweetened Cocoa
Powder, Salt, Cinnamon, Oil, Buttermilk, Egg, Vanilla
Extract, Red Food Coloring
Apple Crumble
Flour, Brown Sugar, Ground Cinnamon, Baking Powder,
Applesauce, Vegetable Oil, Milk, Vanilla Extract, Crumble
Topping, Butter, Flour, Brown Sugar
18.4 Million Views
Ingredients in Top 5 Videos
Source: Google internal data, January 2015-February 2016, United States. Classification as a “mug cake” video was based on
public data such as headlines, and tags, etc., and may not account for every ”mug cake” video available on YouTube.
Geography
Similar to turmeric, mug cake is also a national trend.
This is often the case with Rising Stars.
Size of circle represents search volume; Intensity of colors indicates a higher index.
Source: Google internal data, January 2016, United States.
Consumers are looking for snacks that fit into a healthy, convenient lifestyle. Whether
it’s for portion control or convenience, they’re looking to indulge in bite sizes.
While flavor has always been important for snacking, consumers are now also
prioritizing dietary restrictions and health benefits. Just as snacks come in a variety
of flavors for personal tastes, consumers are also demanding that they come in a
variety of dietary restrictions to fit their personal needs.
Consumers are craving quick snacks that are easy to prepare at home. They’re
turning to their favorite influencers to get recipes and tips on fun snacking.
Consumers are more complex when it comes to food choices, and snacking has
become more personal. Brands will need to offer more than just customization
based on flavors, but dietary restrictions, as well. Personal choices come best in
solo portions—and make for convenient snacking!
Seeking More Personalized Food Formats
Food With a
Function
Deep Dive
Traveling
Through Taste
Experimenting
With Pork
Bite-Sized
Snacks
The Pasta
Comeback
The Pasta Comeback: Rising Trends
Rigatoni
Tortellini
Linguine
Penne
Fusilli
Mac and Cheese Bites
Gemelli
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States.
Ranked by Volume of Searches:
rigatoni
Deep Dive
Top Trending Pasta Food
After four years of slow growth, search interest in rigatoni
started to rise again in 2015. Since then, the pasta dish has
continued to see sustained growth of +26% year over year from
January 2015 to January 2016.
2016201420122010200820062004
Source: Google Trends, January 2015-January 2016, United States. | Google Trends, Janurary 2004-February 2016, United States.
Top Associated Keywords
Consumers are seeking recipes and ingredients associated with
rigatoni for making the dish at home.
Baked
Pie
Casserole
Stuffed
Spicy
Sausage
Chicken
Beef
Lobster
Ham
Bolognese
Alla Vodka
Carbonara
Pomodoro
Martino
Marinara
Amatriciana
Primavera
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Associations are defined as phrases searched with rigatoni.
Top Days for Searching
Americans are much more likely to seek out rigatoni on
weekends (+29%) than they are on weekdays.
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Index of 140
Index of 60
Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States.
100
Top 5 YouTube Videos:
Rigatoni
Rigatoni content on YouTube features top recipes. The No. 1
video was posted more than seven years ago, demonstrating
opportunity for new creative content and a fresh spin on the
pasta dish.
1.6 Million Views
Rigatoni With Italian Sausage
Italian Mild Sausage Links, Rigatoni Pasta, Olive Oil, Cloves
Garlic, Sweet Red Pepper, Parmesan Cheese, Pasta Sauce
Bolognese
Rigatoni, Olive Oil, Butter, Onions, Celery, Carrot, Salt, Ground
Black Pepper/Cayenne, Ground Nutmeg, Ground Beef, Milk,
White Wine, Plum Tomatoes, 2 Cups of Water, or as needed
Rigatoni With Spicy Chicken
Tomato Cream Sauce
Olive Oil, Hot Italian Sausage (Crumbled), Onion (Sliced or Diced), Sliced
Mushrooms, Salt and Pepper, Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Roughly
Chopped or Cubed), Marsala Wine, San Marzano Tomatoes (Crushed),
Chicken Broth, Heavy Cream, Water, Peppers, Chili Flakes/Chili
Paste, Greek Olives, Minced Garlic, Chopped Italian Parsely, Rigatoni,
Parmigiano-Reggiano or Romano Cheese
Lemon Chicken Rigatoni With Broccoli
Butter, Garlic, Rigatoni, Chicken Broth, Whole Chicken (Rotisserie),
Shredded Parmesan Cheese, Broccoli, Lemon
Rigatoni Carbonara
Rigatoni, Pancetta, Eggs, Heavy Cream, Salt,
Pepper, Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Parsley
Ingredients in Top 5 Videos
Source: Google internal data, January 2015-February 2016, United States. Classification as a “rigatoni” video was based on public
data such as headlines, and tags, etc., and may not account for every ”rigatoni” video available on YouTube.
Geography
Rigatoni is trending across the U.S., top cities include:
San Francisco, Chicago, and Miami.
Size of circle represents search volume; Intensity of colors indicates a higher index.
Source: Google internal data, October 2015, United States.
Pasta Is Back
While growth was slow for interest in pasta from 2011 to 2014, demand
picked up again in 2015 and continues to rise through 2016.
Consumers are most interested in making pasta dishes at home on the
weekends. They’re experimenting with new recipes and sauces that can
be prepared at home or picked up at the grocery store. There’s interest in
understanding the differences between certain types of pasta and their
accompanying sauces.
As with pork dishes, consumers are taking familiar dishes and
experimenting with new ideas such as rigatoni pie.
It’s time for marketers to refocus their attention on pasta. There’s growing
interest for a variety of pasta recipes, and consumers are seeking new
ideas for their weekend eating adventures.
an extensive list of
the top volume
food searches
Part Three
Index GrowthQuery	
Aggregated and
anonymous user
searches on Google
Search platforms. These
searches are exact
match, and do not take
other spelling variations
into account.
The volume of searches
for a query relative to
the total number of
searches for any query
in the same category.
The year-over-year
growth per query,
comparing Google
search volume in
January-February 2016
to the same period in
2015.
Additional Details
recipes
An Extensive List of the Top Volume Food-Related
waffle recipe 100 16%
sugar cookie recipe 75 -14%
brownie recipe 69 15%
chocolate cake recipe 33 -33%
cupcake recipes 32 -14%
cod recipes 29 -6%
pie crust recipe 28 -6%
crab cake recipe 27 -21%
granola recipe 24 -6%
vanilla cake recipe 20 36%
bone broth recipe 18 7%
coffee cake recipe 18 -13%
frosting recipe 16 1%
bbq sauce recipe 16 -24%
oatmeal recipe 16 35%
belgian waffle recipe 15 -25%
cake pop recipe 15 63%
beef jerky recipe 14 -4%
Query Index Growth
Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
vanilla cupcake recipe 14 4%
oatmeal cookie recipe 14 24%
chocolate cupcake recipe 13 16%
icing recipe 13 21%
milkshake recipe 12 -2%
white cake recipe 12 0%
balsamic vinaigrette recipe 12 39%
macaron recipe 11 10%
baklava recipe 11 -9%
rice crispy treats recipe 11 140%
buttercream icing recipe 10 116%
cookie recipe 10 23%
fondant recipe 10 -20%
ice cream recipes 10 -22%
soft pretzel recipe 9 -4%
cake pops recipe 9 67%
granola bar recipe 9 -36%
lobster tail recipe 9 0%
brownies recipe 8 15%
Query Index Growth
Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
how to’s
Extensive list of the top volume food-related
how to cut a mango 100 61%
how to bake bacon 86 6%
how to make cake pops 85 53%
how to cut a pineapple 75 -3%
how to make ice cream 74 17%
how to cook brown rice 70 9%
how to soften brown sugar 59 6%
how to cook steak 49 22%
how to make frosting 48 18%
how to cook crab legs 48 8%
how to make oatmeal 46 15%
how to mince garlic 45 23%
how to cake it 45 ∞
how to cook lobster tail 43 267%
how to make a cake 41 26%
how to cook prime rib 38 14%
how to make fondant 37 12%
how to make icing 36 32%
Query Index Growth
Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
how to cook white rice 31 22%
how to open a coconut 31 -19%
how to ripen an avocado 31 54%
how to make beef jerky 30 11%
how to make waffles 29 29%
how to make snow ice cream 29 73%
how to make bone broth 28 43%
how to make cupcakes 26 18%
how to ripen bananas 26 39%
how to cut a pomegranate 26 -57%
how to make cheese 25 -5%
how to melt chocolate 25 23%
how to make yogurt 25 -4%
how to thicken soup 25 30%
how to eat star fruit 23 37%
how to make bbq sauce 22 2%
how to make hollandaise sauce 22 1%
how to cook steel cut oats 21 9%
Query Index Growth
Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
health benefits
Extensive list of the top volume food-related
benefits of apple cider vinegar 100 12%
benefits of coconut oil 64 -13%
health food stores near me 36 287%
benefits of cinnamon 21 2%
bone broth benefits 18 61%
healthy cereal 15 44%
fenugreek benefits 14 93%
healthiest vegetables 12 -3%
grapefruit benefits 11 4%
is popcorn healthy 10 -34%
is oatmeal healthy 10 87%
benefits of oatmeal 10 4%
healthiest fruits 10 10%
healthy shakes 10 15%
avocado health benefits 9 2%
healthiest cheese 9 18%
is almond milk healthy 9 390%
healthiest nuts 8 14%
healthiest bread 8 22%
Query Index Growth
Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
benefits of pomegranate 8 -19%
healthy chips 8 22%
healthy bread 8 30%
healthiest salad dressing 7 22%
healthy choice steamers 7 25%
healthy granola bars 7 94%
benefits of dark chocolate 7 1%
sweet potato benefits 7 47%
healthy ice cream 6 66%
cayenne pepper benefits 6 -18%
health ade kombucha 6 143%
honey and cinnamon benefits 6 105%
healthy frozen meals 6 25%
kefir benefits 5 -29%
oil pulling benefits 5 -69%
healthiest cooking oil 5 23%
healthiest yogurt 5 27%
healthy peanut butter 5 17%
black seed oil benefits 5 -59%
Query Index Growth
Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
dietary restrictions
Extensive list of the top volume food-related
gluten free diet 100 -14%
lactose intolerance 69 -7%
gluten free foods 55 140%
kosher 47 -21%
organic 45 27%
glycemic index 41 -2%
halal 38 3%
gluten free bread 31 23%
alkaline foods 29 -10%
dairy 26 50%
bone broth diet 23 ∞
gluten intolerance symptoms 23 -1%
weight loss shakes 23 65%
vegan cheese 23 80%
bone broth diet 23 ∞
gluten intolerance symptoms 23 -1%
weight loss shakes 23 65%
Query Index Growth
Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
halal meat 20 85%
turbinado sugar 19 6%
kosher definition 18 29%
gluten intolerance 17 69%
organic coconut oil 15 -4%
sugar free gummy bears 15 -6%
organic apple cider vinegar 14 86%
renal diet 14 6%
vegan mac and cheese 13 69%
brown sugar substitute 13 12%
bland diet 13 8%
organic food 12 -30%
symptoms of gluten intolerance 12 24%
lactose intolerant 11 46%
lactose free milk 11 65%
gluten free flour 11 17%
gluten free pasta 10 15%
does rice have gluten 10 17%
Query Index Growth
Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
vegan ice cream 10 109%
is quinoa gluten free 9 16%
low glycemic index foods 9 21%
best weight loss shakes 9 78%
vegan chocolate 9 86%
paleo mayo 8 -13%
Query Index Growth
Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
Contacts
Pedro Pina
Global Client Partner
Jon Lorenzini
Sr. Analytics Lead,
Food & Beverage
Lisa Lovallo
Global Insights Manager,
Food & Beverage
Olivier Zimmer
Trends Data Scientist
Yarden Horwitz
Trends Brand Strategist
Thank You
Thomas Chi
Lead Global Analyst, Google
Dain Van Schoyck
Think with Google, Creative Lead
Alli Mooney
Think with Google, Trends Editor
Stefanie Schutzbank
Research Manager, Google
Alex Scott
Quantitative Manager, Google
Georg M. Goerg
Statistician, Google
Yijia Feng
Quantitative Analyst, Google
Kim Huskey
Food Services Manager, Google
Michael Wurster
Executive Chef, Google
Michael Whiteman
Baum + Whiteman
The End
Food Trends
2016
foodtrendsreport@google.com

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Google food trends 2016

  • 1. Food Trends 2016 U.S. Report foodtrendsreport@google.com
  • 2. Intro With every query typed into a search bar, we are given a glimpse into user considerations or intentions. By compiling top searches, we are able to render a strong representation of the United States’ population and gain insight into this population’s behavior. In our Google Food Trends Report, we are excited to bring forth the power of data into the hands of the marketers, product developers, restaurateurs, chefs, and foodies. The goal of this report is to share useful data for planning purposes accompanied by curated styles of what we believe can make for impactful trends. We are proud to share this iteration and look forward to hearing back from you. Jon Lorenzini | Senior Analytics Lead, Food & Beverage Lisa Lovallo | Global Insights Manager, Food & Beverage Olivier Zimmer | Trends Data Scientist Yarden Horwitz | Trends Brand Strategist
  • 3. Methodology To compile a list of accurate trends within the food industry, we pulled top volume queries related to the food category and looked at their monthly volume from January 2014 to February 2016. We first removed any seasonal effect, and then measured the year-over-year growth, velocity, and acceleration for each search query. Based on these metrics, we were able to classify the queries into similar trend patterns. We then curated the most significant trends to illustrate interesting shifts in behavior. 2016201420122010200820062004 Query De-seasonalized Query Trend Characteristics
  • 4. top risers and decliners Part One an extensive list of the top volume food searches Part Three a spotlight on top trending themes Part Two
  • 5. Trend Categories To identify top trends, we categorized past data into six different clusters based on similar behaviors. This section distinguishes between the trends to watch and the trends to forget. Seasonal Risers Rising Stars Sustained Risers Seasonal Decliners Falling Stars Sustained Decliners
  • 6. Seasonal Risers Rising Stars Sustained Risers Steady growth over the past years, these trends are safe bets. Seasonal trends that are likely to come back even stronger. Sudden growth within the past months, these trends might not last. Risers
  • 7. Risers Sustained Risers Ramen Rigatoni Bibimbap Linguine Empanada Uncured Bacon Bundt Cakes Seasonal Risers Pho Overnight Oats Bitter Melon Cheese Curds Pork Shoulder Smash Cake Gender Reveal Cake Rising Stars Turmeric Jackfruit Cauliflower Rice Sourdough Bread Funfetti Vegan Donuts Source: Google internal data, January 2014 – February 2016, United States. Ranked by volume of searches
  • 8. Seasonal Decliners Falling Stars Sustained Decliners Steady decline over the past years, these trends are fading out. Seasonal trends that are likely to decrease in demand every year. Fads that have reached their peak and have already started to decline rapidly. Decliners
  • 9. Decliners Sustained Decliners Gluten Free Cupcakes Evaporated Cane Juice Wheat Free Bread Bacon Cupcakes Bacon Cinnamon Rolls Seasonal Decliners Quinoa Wedding Cakes Kale Chips Red Velvet Cake Agave Nectar Marshmallow Fondant Falling Stars Rainbow Bagel Vanilla Bean Paste Dutch Baby Pancake Mulligan Stew Buffalo Chicken Fries Chocolate Slices Source: Google internal data, January 2014 – February 2016, United States. Ranked by volume of searches
  • 10. a spotlight on top trending themes Part Two
  • 11. Food With a Function Deep Dive Traveling Through Taste Experimenting With Pork Bite-Sized Snacks The Pasta Comeback
  • 12. Food With a Function Deep Dive Traveling Through Taste Experimenting with Pork Bite-Sized Snacks The Pasta Comeback
  • 13. Food With a Function: Top Trending Turmeric Apple Cider Vinegar Jackfruit Manuka Honey Kefir Coconut Milk Erythritol Bone Broth Cauliflower Rice Avocado Oil Bitter Melon Arrowroot Powder High Protein Snacks Lactose Free Milk Cumin Seeds Daikon Radish Rice Vinegar Cardamom Pods Lactose Free Cheese Ground Ginger Flax Egg Macrodiet Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Ranked by volume of searches:
  • 15. 2016201420122010200820062004 Top Trending Functional Food While turmeric was previously a sustained rising trend, interest in this functional ingredient grew +56% from November to January this year—making it a rising star. Source: Google Trends, November 2015-January 2016, United States. | Google Trends, Janurary 2004-February 2016, United States.
  • 16. Top Associated Keywords Americans are trying to understand how to consume turmeric. When searching for turmeric, users are often looking for forms, recipes, or type. Powder Golden Milk Ground Smoothie Root Drink Juice Recipe Honey Pepper Fresh Organic Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Associations defined as phrases searched with turmeric.
  • 17. Top Days for Searching Consumers start the week off interested in Turmeric, with 8% more searches on Monday than the weekly average. As the week goes on, consumers lose interest in the ingredient and turmeric searches are -8% less than the weekly average (a total drop of 16 percentage points). Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Index of 110 Index of 80 Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. 100
  • 18. Top 5 YouTube Videos: Turmeric The top five turmeric consumption videos are educational. Consumers are turning to YouTube to learn about the benefits of turmeric and—they’re getting a long list. 3.9 Million Views Acne Arthritis Auto Immune Disorders Blood Sugar Blood Thinner Cardiovascular Chronic Joint Pain Depression Detoxification Gall Bladder Cancer Gall Bladder Stones High Blood Pressure High Cholesterol Inflammation Liver Detoxification Liver Disease Lung Disease Muscle (Digests Protein) Pain Killer Sleep Skin Disorders Weight Loss Benefits Mentioned in the top five Consumption-Related Videos Source: Google internal data, January 2015-February 2016, United States. Classification as a ”turmeric” consumption video was based on public data such as headlines, and tags, etc. for videos demonstrating turmeric as a consumable, and may not account for every ”turmeric” consumption video available on YouTube.
  • 19. Geography Turmeric is a national trend that hit all major cities across the U.S. in December 2015. While not all functional foods might spread nationally, this is a common trait in “rising star” trends. Size of circle represents search volume; Intensity of colors indicates a higher index. Source: Google internal data, October 2015, United States.
  • 20. Consciously Searching for Foods to Meet Personal Needs Americans are turning to food to fill needs beyond hunger or cravings. They want to be educated on the impact of each ingredient on one’s body, and how to optimize their diet in order to look and feel their best. While they may be more aware of the added benefits that certain ingredients are said to provide, they are going online to educate themselves on how to consume these functional ingredients. This behavior is more likely to occur during the beginning of the week, when consumers are perhaps most motivated to reboot and optimize their lifestyle habits. The digital behaviors tied to functional foods present opportunities for brands to educate consumers on the benefits associated with each ingredient, as well as provide methods, tips, and recipe content for consumption.
  • 21. Food With a Function Deep Dive Traveling Through Taste Experimenting With Pork Bite-Sized Snacks The Pasta Comeback
  • 22. Traveling Through Taste: Rising Trends Pho Ramen Mexican Candy Bibimbap Taquitos Empanada Queso Fresco Mochi Ice Cream Wonton Cotija Cheese Japanese Snacks Chamoy Adobo Seasoning Elotes Pastelitos Japchae Pickled Herring Chocolate Babka Mexican Chips Tostados Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Ranked by Volume of Searches:
  • 24. Top Trending Global Food Pho is a seasonal rising trend. This Vietnamese dish spikes in January, and has been growing at a consistent rate of +11% year-over-year since 2013. 2016201420122010200820062004 Source: Google Trends, January 2013-January 2016, United States. | Google Trends, Janurary 2004-February 2016, United States.
  • 25. Top Associated Keywords While consumers are interested in making pho at home, consumers are also seeking the best spots in their local areas that serve or deliver the dish. Recipe How to Make Chicken Beef Broth Noodles Spice Facts Nutrition Calories Healthy Vegetarian Near Me Restaurant Menu Delivery Portland NYC Chicago Houston Vegas Austin Phoenix Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Associations are defined as phrases searched with pho.
  • 26. Top Days for Searching Although consumers are more likely (+8%) to search for pho on the weekends, distribution is spread throughout the week relative to other trends. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Index of 110 Index of 85 Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. 100
  • 27. Top 5 YouTube Videos: Pho When searching for content on pho, consumers are looking for more than just recipes. The top five videos feature YouTube stars creating a variety of cultural content from recipes to parodies around the dish. Top 5 Pho Videos What does the Pho say/The Fox Vietnamese Parody (BÀI CA PHỞ) 4.4 Million PHO BO - Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup Recipe 1.1 Million How to Make Pho .99 Million The Greatest Pho Challenge .98 Million The Pho Song (MUSIC VIDEO) Richie Le feat. AJ Rafael .78 Million 8.5 Million Views Source: Google internal data, January 2015-February 2016, United States. Classification as a “pho” video was based on public data such as headlines, and tags, etc., and may not account for every ”pho” video avail- able on YouTube.
  • 28. Geography While pho is trending across the U.S., the Vietnamese dish is mainly being searched on the west coast. Top cities include Denver and Seattle. Size of circle represents search volume; Intensity of colors indicates a higher index. Source: Google internal data, December 2015, United States.
  • 29. Food Facilitates Cultural Connections Americans are turning to food to experience new cultures—whether they’re eating the dishes themselves or watching others. While there’s a big appetite to create these dishes at home, global cuisines may be tough to make at home. Consumers turn to the professionals for help and seek restaurants “near me” to satisfy their cravings. Global cuisines provide more than just an experience for the taste buds—Americans are watching a variety of content related to the foods, from parodies to challenges. YouTube influencers are representing their cultures and educating mass audiences in entertaining ways. As consumers strive to taste the world, there’s new opportunity for brands to help make these dishes more DIY-friendly. Brands may also look into partnering with influencers to provide authentic cultural experiences via content and endorsements.
  • 30. Food With a Function Deep Dive Traveling Through Taste Experimenting With Pork Bite-Sized Snacks The Pasta Comeback
  • 31. Experimenting With Pork: Rising Trends Pork Shoulder Andouille Sausage Bacon Jam Smoked Sausage Pig Feet Prosciutto Di Parma Uncured Bacon Longaniza Ranked by Volume of Searches: Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States.
  • 33. Top Trending Pork Foods Similar to pho, pork shoulder is a seasonal rising trend. While this traditional pork dish makes appearances during the summer months, searches for the dish peak in December. 2016201420122010200820062004 Source: Google Trends, January 2014-February 2016, United States. | Google Trends, Janurary 2004-February 2016, United States.
  • 34. Top Associated Keywords Consumers are educating themselves on how to prepare this dish at home by experimenting with new equipment and methods of preparation. They are also interested in understanding more about the difference in the cut of meat. How To Crock Pot Slow Cooker Oven BBQ Recipe Roasted Braised Boneless Cuban Country Style Ribs Rub Butt Blade Picnic Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Associations are defined as phrases searched with pork shoulder.
  • 35. Top Days for Searching Pork shoulder is a weekend dish; consumers are +22% more likely to search this dish on Saturdays and Sundays than they are during the rest of the week. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 125 60 Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. 100
  • 36. While three out of five top videos for pork shoulder feature American-style BBQ recipes, viewers are also interested in learning how to make Korean and Cantonese variations of the dish. 4 Million ViewsTop 5 YouTube Videos: Pork Shoulder Korean Spicy Stir-Fried Pork shoulder, Hot Pepper Paste, Onion, Garlic, Ginger, Green Onions, Green Chili Pepper, Hot Pepper Flakes, Natural Brown Sugar, Soy Sauce, Black Ground Pepper, Sesame Oil, Roasted Sesame Seeds, Lettuce BBQ Roast Pork Shoulder, Brown Sugar, Kosher Salt, Onion, Black Pepper, Apple Juice, Flour, Water Slow Smoked Pulled Pork Pork Shoulder, Dry Rub Char Siu (Cantonese BBQ Pork) Pork Shoulder, Soy Sauce, Sugar, Mei Kuei Lu Chew, Oyster Sauce, Hoisin Sauce, Ground Bean Sauce, Shallot, Salt, White Pepper, Five Spice, Ginger Powder, Garlic Powder, Dark Soy Sauce, Sesame Oil BBQ Pulled Pork Pork Shoulder, Black Pepper, Salt, Paprika, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Olive Oil Ingredients in Top 5 Videos Source: Google internal data, January 2014-February 2016, United States. Classification as a “pork shoulder” video was based on public data such as headlines, and tags, etc., and may not account for every ”pork shoulder” video available on YouTube.
  • 37. Geography Pork shoulder searches mainly trend in Eastern and mid-Western regions in the U.S. Top cities for Pork Shoulder include: Boston, Chicago, and Denver. Size of circle represents search volume; Intensity of colors indicates a higher index. Source: Google internal data, January 2015 – December 2015, United States.
  • 38. Hungry to Experiment With Pork. Consumers are looking to bring home more than just the bacon—they are embracing pork in its many forms. Americans are taking traditional dishes and giving them a new spin, whether it’s with a new flavor or a new method of preparation. They’re looking to experiment with a familiar meat, and master a new skill. With big cuts of meat and slow cookers, they’re turning meals into a full weekend experience that they can do on their own from the comfort of home. Top-of-mind most often during weekends, summer, and the holidays, pork meals such as pork shoulder are more likely to be social experiences. While there’s opportunity for brands to enable easier DIY cooking at home, there’s also an opportunity for brands to join consumers for an experimental weekend of cooking via video content. Crossover versions of familiar dishes can make the experience even more exciting.
  • 39. Food With a Function Deep Dive Traveling Through Taste Experimenting With Pork Bite-Sized Snacks The Pasta Comeback
  • 40. Bite-Sized Snacks: Rising Trends Mug Cake Cheese Curds Mochi Ice Cream Edible Cookie Dough Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Pastelitos Mac and Cheese Bites French Toast Sticks Apple Pie Cookies Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Ranked by Volume of Searches:
  • 42. Top Trending Bite-Sized Snack Food While Mug Cake saw relatively steady growth throughout 2015, it grew +82% from December to January 2016— displaying some rising star characteristics. 2016201420122010200820062004 Source: Google Trends, December 2015-January 2016 vs December 2014-January 2015, United States. Google Trends, January 2004-February 2016, United States.
  • 43. Top Associated Keywords When it comes to snacking, Americans are seeking out flavor and health benefits. Customization is key, whether they are looking for choice in taste or dietary restrictions. Chocolate Vanilla Peanut Butter Coffee Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Banana Protein Vegan Paleo No Egg Keto Gluten Free Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Associations are defined as phrases searched with mug cake.
  • 44. Top Days for Searching While consumers are more likely to indulge in mug cakes during the weekends, it makes for a convenient weekday snack, as well— especially earlier on in the week. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Index of 115 Index of 60 Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. 100
  • 45. Viewers are seeking fun and quick snacking ideas that come in a variety of flavors. Mug cake recipes also include convenient ingredients that one might already have at home. Top 5 YouTube Videos: Mug Cake Rainbow Mug Cake Butter, White Sugar, Brown Sugar, Vanilla, Salt, Egg Yolk, Flour, Chocolate Chips Funfetti Unsalted Butter, Egg, Milk, Vanilla Extract, Granulated Sugar, Self-Rising flour, Salt, Sprinkles Gluten Free Chocolate Banana Ripe Banana. Peanut Butter (or any nut butter), Egg, Granulated Sugar, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Red Velvet Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Salt, Cinnamon, Oil, Buttermilk, Egg, Vanilla Extract, Red Food Coloring Apple Crumble Flour, Brown Sugar, Ground Cinnamon, Baking Powder, Applesauce, Vegetable Oil, Milk, Vanilla Extract, Crumble Topping, Butter, Flour, Brown Sugar 18.4 Million Views Ingredients in Top 5 Videos Source: Google internal data, January 2015-February 2016, United States. Classification as a “mug cake” video was based on public data such as headlines, and tags, etc., and may not account for every ”mug cake” video available on YouTube.
  • 46. Geography Similar to turmeric, mug cake is also a national trend. This is often the case with Rising Stars. Size of circle represents search volume; Intensity of colors indicates a higher index. Source: Google internal data, January 2016, United States.
  • 47. Consumers are looking for snacks that fit into a healthy, convenient lifestyle. Whether it’s for portion control or convenience, they’re looking to indulge in bite sizes. While flavor has always been important for snacking, consumers are now also prioritizing dietary restrictions and health benefits. Just as snacks come in a variety of flavors for personal tastes, consumers are also demanding that they come in a variety of dietary restrictions to fit their personal needs. Consumers are craving quick snacks that are easy to prepare at home. They’re turning to their favorite influencers to get recipes and tips on fun snacking. Consumers are more complex when it comes to food choices, and snacking has become more personal. Brands will need to offer more than just customization based on flavors, but dietary restrictions, as well. Personal choices come best in solo portions—and make for convenient snacking! Seeking More Personalized Food Formats
  • 48. Food With a Function Deep Dive Traveling Through Taste Experimenting With Pork Bite-Sized Snacks The Pasta Comeback
  • 49. The Pasta Comeback: Rising Trends Rigatoni Tortellini Linguine Penne Fusilli Mac and Cheese Bites Gemelli Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Ranked by Volume of Searches:
  • 51. Top Trending Pasta Food After four years of slow growth, search interest in rigatoni started to rise again in 2015. Since then, the pasta dish has continued to see sustained growth of +26% year over year from January 2015 to January 2016. 2016201420122010200820062004 Source: Google Trends, January 2015-January 2016, United States. | Google Trends, Janurary 2004-February 2016, United States.
  • 52. Top Associated Keywords Consumers are seeking recipes and ingredients associated with rigatoni for making the dish at home. Baked Pie Casserole Stuffed Spicy Sausage Chicken Beef Lobster Ham Bolognese Alla Vodka Carbonara Pomodoro Martino Marinara Amatriciana Primavera Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. Associations are defined as phrases searched with rigatoni.
  • 53. Top Days for Searching Americans are much more likely to seek out rigatoni on weekends (+29%) than they are on weekdays. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Index of 140 Index of 60 Source: Google internal data, August 2015-February 2016, United States. 100
  • 54. Top 5 YouTube Videos: Rigatoni Rigatoni content on YouTube features top recipes. The No. 1 video was posted more than seven years ago, demonstrating opportunity for new creative content and a fresh spin on the pasta dish. 1.6 Million Views Rigatoni With Italian Sausage Italian Mild Sausage Links, Rigatoni Pasta, Olive Oil, Cloves Garlic, Sweet Red Pepper, Parmesan Cheese, Pasta Sauce Bolognese Rigatoni, Olive Oil, Butter, Onions, Celery, Carrot, Salt, Ground Black Pepper/Cayenne, Ground Nutmeg, Ground Beef, Milk, White Wine, Plum Tomatoes, 2 Cups of Water, or as needed Rigatoni With Spicy Chicken Tomato Cream Sauce Olive Oil, Hot Italian Sausage (Crumbled), Onion (Sliced or Diced), Sliced Mushrooms, Salt and Pepper, Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (Roughly Chopped or Cubed), Marsala Wine, San Marzano Tomatoes (Crushed), Chicken Broth, Heavy Cream, Water, Peppers, Chili Flakes/Chili Paste, Greek Olives, Minced Garlic, Chopped Italian Parsely, Rigatoni, Parmigiano-Reggiano or Romano Cheese Lemon Chicken Rigatoni With Broccoli Butter, Garlic, Rigatoni, Chicken Broth, Whole Chicken (Rotisserie), Shredded Parmesan Cheese, Broccoli, Lemon Rigatoni Carbonara Rigatoni, Pancetta, Eggs, Heavy Cream, Salt, Pepper, Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Parsley Ingredients in Top 5 Videos Source: Google internal data, January 2015-February 2016, United States. Classification as a “rigatoni” video was based on public data such as headlines, and tags, etc., and may not account for every ”rigatoni” video available on YouTube.
  • 55. Geography Rigatoni is trending across the U.S., top cities include: San Francisco, Chicago, and Miami. Size of circle represents search volume; Intensity of colors indicates a higher index. Source: Google internal data, October 2015, United States.
  • 56. Pasta Is Back While growth was slow for interest in pasta from 2011 to 2014, demand picked up again in 2015 and continues to rise through 2016. Consumers are most interested in making pasta dishes at home on the weekends. They’re experimenting with new recipes and sauces that can be prepared at home or picked up at the grocery store. There’s interest in understanding the differences between certain types of pasta and their accompanying sauces. As with pork dishes, consumers are taking familiar dishes and experimenting with new ideas such as rigatoni pie. It’s time for marketers to refocus their attention on pasta. There’s growing interest for a variety of pasta recipes, and consumers are seeking new ideas for their weekend eating adventures.
  • 57. an extensive list of the top volume food searches Part Three
  • 58. Index GrowthQuery Aggregated and anonymous user searches on Google Search platforms. These searches are exact match, and do not take other spelling variations into account. The volume of searches for a query relative to the total number of searches for any query in the same category. The year-over-year growth per query, comparing Google search volume in January-February 2016 to the same period in 2015. Additional Details
  • 59. recipes An Extensive List of the Top Volume Food-Related
  • 60. waffle recipe 100 16% sugar cookie recipe 75 -14% brownie recipe 69 15% chocolate cake recipe 33 -33% cupcake recipes 32 -14% cod recipes 29 -6% pie crust recipe 28 -6% crab cake recipe 27 -21% granola recipe 24 -6% vanilla cake recipe 20 36% bone broth recipe 18 7% coffee cake recipe 18 -13% frosting recipe 16 1% bbq sauce recipe 16 -24% oatmeal recipe 16 35% belgian waffle recipe 15 -25% cake pop recipe 15 63% beef jerky recipe 14 -4% Query Index Growth Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
  • 61. vanilla cupcake recipe 14 4% oatmeal cookie recipe 14 24% chocolate cupcake recipe 13 16% icing recipe 13 21% milkshake recipe 12 -2% white cake recipe 12 0% balsamic vinaigrette recipe 12 39% macaron recipe 11 10% baklava recipe 11 -9% rice crispy treats recipe 11 140% buttercream icing recipe 10 116% cookie recipe 10 23% fondant recipe 10 -20% ice cream recipes 10 -22% soft pretzel recipe 9 -4% cake pops recipe 9 67% granola bar recipe 9 -36% lobster tail recipe 9 0% brownies recipe 8 15% Query Index Growth Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
  • 62. how to’s Extensive list of the top volume food-related
  • 63. how to cut a mango 100 61% how to bake bacon 86 6% how to make cake pops 85 53% how to cut a pineapple 75 -3% how to make ice cream 74 17% how to cook brown rice 70 9% how to soften brown sugar 59 6% how to cook steak 49 22% how to make frosting 48 18% how to cook crab legs 48 8% how to make oatmeal 46 15% how to mince garlic 45 23% how to cake it 45 ∞ how to cook lobster tail 43 267% how to make a cake 41 26% how to cook prime rib 38 14% how to make fondant 37 12% how to make icing 36 32% Query Index Growth Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
  • 64. how to cook white rice 31 22% how to open a coconut 31 -19% how to ripen an avocado 31 54% how to make beef jerky 30 11% how to make waffles 29 29% how to make snow ice cream 29 73% how to make bone broth 28 43% how to make cupcakes 26 18% how to ripen bananas 26 39% how to cut a pomegranate 26 -57% how to make cheese 25 -5% how to melt chocolate 25 23% how to make yogurt 25 -4% how to thicken soup 25 30% how to eat star fruit 23 37% how to make bbq sauce 22 2% how to make hollandaise sauce 22 1% how to cook steel cut oats 21 9% Query Index Growth Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
  • 65. health benefits Extensive list of the top volume food-related
  • 66. benefits of apple cider vinegar 100 12% benefits of coconut oil 64 -13% health food stores near me 36 287% benefits of cinnamon 21 2% bone broth benefits 18 61% healthy cereal 15 44% fenugreek benefits 14 93% healthiest vegetables 12 -3% grapefruit benefits 11 4% is popcorn healthy 10 -34% is oatmeal healthy 10 87% benefits of oatmeal 10 4% healthiest fruits 10 10% healthy shakes 10 15% avocado health benefits 9 2% healthiest cheese 9 18% is almond milk healthy 9 390% healthiest nuts 8 14% healthiest bread 8 22% Query Index Growth Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
  • 67. benefits of pomegranate 8 -19% healthy chips 8 22% healthy bread 8 30% healthiest salad dressing 7 22% healthy choice steamers 7 25% healthy granola bars 7 94% benefits of dark chocolate 7 1% sweet potato benefits 7 47% healthy ice cream 6 66% cayenne pepper benefits 6 -18% health ade kombucha 6 143% honey and cinnamon benefits 6 105% healthy frozen meals 6 25% kefir benefits 5 -29% oil pulling benefits 5 -69% healthiest cooking oil 5 23% healthiest yogurt 5 27% healthy peanut butter 5 17% black seed oil benefits 5 -59% Query Index Growth Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
  • 68. dietary restrictions Extensive list of the top volume food-related
  • 69. gluten free diet 100 -14% lactose intolerance 69 -7% gluten free foods 55 140% kosher 47 -21% organic 45 27% glycemic index 41 -2% halal 38 3% gluten free bread 31 23% alkaline foods 29 -10% dairy 26 50% bone broth diet 23 ∞ gluten intolerance symptoms 23 -1% weight loss shakes 23 65% vegan cheese 23 80% bone broth diet 23 ∞ gluten intolerance symptoms 23 -1% weight loss shakes 23 65% Query Index Growth Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
  • 70. halal meat 20 85% turbinado sugar 19 6% kosher definition 18 29% gluten intolerance 17 69% organic coconut oil 15 -4% sugar free gummy bears 15 -6% organic apple cider vinegar 14 86% renal diet 14 6% vegan mac and cheese 13 69% brown sugar substitute 13 12% bland diet 13 8% organic food 12 -30% symptoms of gluten intolerance 12 24% lactose intolerant 11 46% lactose free milk 11 65% gluten free flour 11 17% gluten free pasta 10 15% does rice have gluten 10 17% Query Index Growth Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
  • 71. vegan ice cream 10 109% is quinoa gluten free 9 16% low glycemic index foods 9 21% best weight loss shakes 9 78% vegan chocolate 9 86% paleo mayo 8 -13% Query Index Growth Source: Google internal data, January 2016 – February 2016, United States.
  • 72. Contacts Pedro Pina Global Client Partner Jon Lorenzini Sr. Analytics Lead, Food & Beverage Lisa Lovallo Global Insights Manager, Food & Beverage Olivier Zimmer Trends Data Scientist Yarden Horwitz Trends Brand Strategist
  • 73. Thank You Thomas Chi Lead Global Analyst, Google Dain Van Schoyck Think with Google, Creative Lead Alli Mooney Think with Google, Trends Editor Stefanie Schutzbank Research Manager, Google Alex Scott Quantitative Manager, Google Georg M. Goerg Statistician, Google Yijia Feng Quantitative Analyst, Google Kim Huskey Food Services Manager, Google Michael Wurster Executive Chef, Google Michael Whiteman Baum + Whiteman