The B.I.G. Food Trends of 2018

Veganism is steadily getting more popular due to Hollywood celebs giving diet advice on Youtube, unending social efforts from animal rights activists, and most notably the plethora of health benefits they have to offer. Practitioners of this plant-based diet have reported increased energy levels, vibrant skin, and an overall improvement in their quality of life. For most of us it would require a radical shift in eating habits to be vegan, but it may be exactly what you need – vegan foods are low in saturated fats, high in fibre and protein, packed with antioxidants and rich in essential vitamins and minerals such as iron and calcium.

There are many vegan products that are already prominent in the average shopping trolley. Products like almond milk, coconut milk, cashew cheese, chia seeds, vegan noodles (udon, ramen, soba, etc.) and natural sweeteners such as maple syrup are among the many products flying off grocery shelves. We say grab a bag of sweet potato chips, sit back, and watch as veganism takes the reigns in 2018.

Coconut oil is undeniably one of the healthiest foods on the planet with many practical uses we can incorporate into our daily lives. The oil is harvested from the flesh of matured coconuts and is most commonly used as a moisturiser, a cleansing hair oil, and as a daily supplement taken every morning for its nutrients and healthy fats. This year, we think it’s time to go nuts about using coconut oil in your cooking! The high smoke point and long shelf life make it a valuable addition to your larder. Use it for frying, greasing your baking pans, and as a replacement for butter in cooked and baked goods.